Senior Surveyor

Department of Resources QLD; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Department of Resources QLD – Townsville QLD is seeking a Senior Surveyor (PO4) to lead day-to-day surveying services for land-related matters across Queensland. You will oversee technical work, supervise a multidisciplinary team and deliver cadastral surveying projects.

This role combines strong leadership with technical expertise, mentoring surveyors, supporting emerging technologies, and driving continuous improvement across the program.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day surveying operations and ensure high-quality cadastral outcomes.
• Supervise a multidisciplinary team and mentor surveyors to build capability.
• Deliver surveying projects and support business improvement across Queensland.

Job description

Department of Resources QLD – Townsville QLD

As a Senior Surveyor (PO4), you will lead the day-to-day operations of a team delivering surveying services for land-related matters across Queensland. You will oversee technical work, undertake surveying projects, provide specialist cadastral surveying advice and support change initiatives that strengthen team performance and service delivery.

In this role, you will supervise a multidisciplinary team, support emerging surveying technologies, contribute technical expertise to enhance cadastral surveying practices and deliver projects that support business improvement and reform. You will communicate complex technical information, maintain survey infrastructure integrity, foster productive relationships with industry stakeholders and mentor surveyors to build capability and professionalism.

Success in this role comes from combining strong leadership with technical expertise. You will build a positive team culture, manage multiple priorities, provide sound advice, and help drive innovation and continuous improvement in surveying services across Queensland.

Why work for us?

The Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development (NRMMRRD) plays a critical role in supporting Queenslanders across the state—from Cairns to Mount Isa to Warwick - by delivering strong regional outcomes, fostering local economies, and strengthening government-community partnerships. As stewards of over 60% of Queensland's land and key supporters of industries such as mining and manufacturing, our reach and impact are vast.

We are committed to putting our people first - empowering staff, celebrating success, and encouraging innovation. Our workplace is mobile, flexible, inclusive and respectful, and we are focused on growing united, capable leaders. For more information, visit here.

We offer:

• Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options.
• Flexible working options supporting work-life balance.
• Generous leave provisions across the Queensland public sector.
• Professional career development and training opportunities.
• Relocation assistance and provisions.
• The chance to help #deliverforqld and be part of Queensland's long-term prosperity.

To learn more about the benefits of working with the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development, visit here.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.