Land Surveyor

Eliot Sinclair & Partners Ltd.; Nelson; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life, trauma and income protection

9-day fortnight

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Temporary accommodation

Supportive team

Job summary

Eliot Sinclair is growing, and we are seeking Land Surveyors to join our teams across the South Island. We have roles available in our Christchurch, Hokitika, Nelson and Queenstown offices.

You will work alongside experienced Licensed Cadastral Surveyors on land development and infrastructure projects, with mentoring and licensing support available. Relocation assistance may be available, and temporary accommodation can be provided in Queenstown for the Queenstown role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Surveying from the University of Otago (recent graduates welcome) or graduate diploma in surveying with 2–5 years of relevant experience.
• Interest in land development and infrastructure projects.
• Sound communication skills and professional judgement.
• A practical, considered approach to problem-solving.
• Experience with 12d Model is an advantage, with training available.
• You must be currently living in New Zealand and legally entitled to work here.

Responsibilities

• Deliver surveying services across land development and infrastructure projects.
• Undertake topographical, setting out, UAV, cadastral, hydrographic and 3D laser scanning surveys.
• Collaborate with surveyors, planners and engineers across our South Island offices.
• Manage projects appropriate to your experience, with technical support and review.
• Participate in mentoring and professional development, including licensing support where applicable.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Surveying (Otago)

Graduate Diploma in Surveying (2–5 years experience)

Tools

12d Model

Job description

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Opportunities across Christchurch, Hokitika, Nelson and Queenstown.

Eliot Sinclair is growing, and we are seeking Land Surveyors to join our teams across the South Island.

We have roles available in our Christchurch, Hokitika, Nelson and Queenstown offices.

Eliot Sinclair is a multidisciplinary consultancy with offices throughout the South Island. Originally a family-run business, we continue to operate with strong core values and a practical, people-first approach. Our teams are known for collaboration, technical capability and a supportive working environment.

The Opportunity

These roles offer exposure to a broad range of land development and infrastructure projects. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of your work, with responsibilities aligned to your skills and level of experience.

You will work alongside experienced Licensed Cadastral Surveyors and be supported by our wider South Island surveying network, with strong mentoring and technical guidance available.

For candidates relocating, relocation assistance may be available. In Queenstown, we can also provide temporary accommodation in our company apartment above the office while you secure longer-term housing.

The Role

• Deliver surveying services across land development and infrastructure projects
• Undertake topographical, setting out, UAV, cadastral, hydrographic and 3D laser scanning surveys
• Collaborate with surveyors, planners and engineers across our South Island offices
• Manage projects appropriate to your experience, with technical support and review
• Participate in mentoring and professional development, including licensing support where applicable

What We’re Looking For

• A Bachelor of Surveying from the University of Otago (recent graduates welcome), or a graduate diploma in surveying with at least 2 to 5 years of relevant experience
• Interest in land development and infrastructure projects
• Sound communication skills and professional judgement
• A practical, considered approach to problem-solving
• Experience with 12d Model is an advantage, with training available
• You must be currently living in New Zealand and legally entitled to work here

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary aligned to experience
• Health insurance after 3 months of employment
• Life, trauma and income protection insurance after 6 months
• Optional 9-day fortnight
• Professional development, mentoring and licensing support
• Relocation assistance where applicable
• Temporary accommodation available in Queenstown for the Queenstown role
• A professional, supportive team with a balanced approach to work

At Eliot Sinclair, you will be part of a capable, down-to-earth team delivering work that matters across the South Island.