Survey Assistant

Elmo; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Paid overtime

Training and development

Job summary

McMullen Nolan Group (MNG) invites applications for a Survey Assistant role. You will support field survey teams, set up instruments, measure and record data, and perform basic office duties.

Training and development opportunities are available as you progress within a respected Australian surveying firm. Ideal candidates are current university or diploma students in Surveying, with a driver’s license and readiness to work outdoors and in an office environment.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a survey-related course (university or diploma).
• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Able to work outdoors and in an office environment.
• Team-oriented approach with a strong emphasis on safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Surveyor and field team with surveying tasks.
• Set up and use survey instruments and basic field equipment.
• Measure accurately and reduce field measurements and levels.
• Maintain, clean and calibrate survey equipment and keep storage tidy.
• Perform general office duties as required.
• Comply with health, safety policies and report hazards.

Skills

Driver's license

Work outdoors

Manual handling

Team oriented

QLD white card

Survey-related course enrollment

Education

University or diploma in Surveying (current)

Job description

Job Category: Queensland & New South Wales

Who we are

McMullen Nolan Group (MNG) was formed in 1989 to provide survey services in the land development industry. Since then, we have been dedicated to providing personalised and innovative spatial solutions to both the Land Development and Engineering & Infrastructure sectors across Australia. Our core business focus is survey services for larger scale greenfields subdivision clients, combined with award-winning laser scanning technologies. This makes MNG one of the pre-eminent survey businesses in Australia.

What we offer

• The opportunity to work with some of the most experienced and well-regarded professionals in Australia.
• Exciting and diverse projects, including award-winning land developments and long line infrastructure projects throughout QLD.
• A supportive, people-focused team culture that promotes growth, learning, professional membership and work-life balance.
• Excellent remuneration, flexible working options and access to paid overtime.
• A clear pathway to develop your skills and progress through the Survey Assistant levels, with training and support along the way.

What's involved in the role

• Assist the Surveyor and other colleagues in the field with all aspects of surveying and survey field work.
• Set up and use survey instruments and basic field equipment, with the level of supervision matched to your experience.
• Measure accurately using the correct techniques, and reduce field measurements and levels.
• Maintain, clean and calibrate survey equipment, keeping storage areas tidy and equipment stored safely.
• Undertake general office and other duties as required.
• Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others, follow company policies and procedures, and report all hazards, incidents and workplace injuries.

This role will suit someone looking to start or build a career in surveying with an experienced team in an established business. The position is offered to those currently undertaking a university or diploma level qualification in Surveying, with an interest in securing casual weekday work.

What you'll need

• A driver's licence
• The ability to work outdoors and in an office environment.
• The ability to carry out manual handling tasks, such as hammering in pegs and stakes and lifting and carrying survey equipment.
• A team-oriented approach and awareness of safe work practices.
• Currently hold or able to obtain a QLD white card
• Currently enrolled in a survey related course