Survey Technician

Stantec; St Leonards; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional leave (up to 4 weeks)

Development programs (global & on-the‑

Mentoring for development

Friendly team environment

Professional memberships

Salary Continuance Insurance

Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs

Service Recognition Awards

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Stantec’s Geospatial team in Sydney offers diverse opportunities for Surveyors in the Sydney area, with projects across New South Wales. The role involves hands-on field surveys, data processing, and collaboration with engineers and project managers to deliver high-quality survey deliverables.

You will work with advanced surveying equipment and benefit from professional development opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Surveying is required.
• 2–5 years of experience as a Survey Technician or Survey Assistant is preferred.
• Experience with survey equipment (Trimble, Leica or similar).
• Working knowledge of CAD or survey processing software (Civil 3D, 12D, Magnet).
• Strong attention to detail with excellent record-keeping.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently and in a team.
• A valid driver’s licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Complete field surveys including topographic, feature, engineering, and construction set-out.
• Operate survey equipment such as total stations, GNSS/GPS receivers, digital levels, and data collectors.
• Process survey data and prepare CAD drawings, plans, and spatial deliverables.
• Maintain equipment, field notes, and data records to company standards.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and site teams to clarify survey requirements.
• Support quality assurance and compliance with safety protocols on all sites.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of survey workflows and technology use.

Skills

Surveying

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant qualification in Surveying

Tools

Trimble

Leica

Civil 3D

12D

Magnet

Job description

About the role

Stantec’s Geospatial team in Sydney supplies survey services for projects throughout New South Wales. Our team offers diverse opportunities for Surveyors in the Sydney area. We currently have many large and interesting projects for an experienced surveyor to hit the ground running using all the latest technology.

Survey Technician - ( 2600008B )

Description

Stantec’s Geospatial team in Sydney supplies survey services for projects throughout New South Wales. Our team offers diverse opportunities for Surveyors in the Sydney area. We currently have many large and interesting projects for an experienced surveyor to hit the ground running using all the latest technology.

In this role, you will be working with a team of specialist surveyors on a variety of projects including rail, transport and infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for the managing and completing work required to successfully deliver survey projects. You will be supplied with the best surveying equipment and work with highly respected professionals who will support your development and growth within Stantec.

Day To Day Tasks Would Involve

• Complete field surveys including topographic, feature, engineering, and construction set‑out.
• Operate survey equipment such as total stations, GNSS/GPS receivers, digital levels, and data collectors.
• Process survey data and prepare CAD drawings, plans, and spatial deliverables.
• Maintain equipment, field notes, and data records to company standards.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and site teams to clarify survey requirements.
• Support quality assurance and compliance with safety protocols on all sites.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of survey workflows and technology use.

To Be Successful For This Role You'll Need

• A relevant qualification in Surveying.
• 2–5 years of experience as a Survey Technician or Survey Assistant.
• Experience with survey equipment (e.g., Trimble, Leica, or similar).
• Working knowledge of CAD or survey processing software (e.g., Civil 3D, 12D, Magnet).
• Strong attention to detail with excellent record‑keeping.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A valid driver’s licence (essential).

What We Offer

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
• A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
• Professional Memberships
• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employee Assistance Program

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites over 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.

Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Culture

Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.

Qualifications

Primary Location: Australia-New South Wales-St. Leonards

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: No

Schedule: Full-time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans