Licensed Cadastral Surveyor or Senior Surveyor

BTW Company; Taupo; On-site; NZD 69,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

BTW Company in New Zealand is seeking a Licensed Cadastral Surveyor (LCS) or senior Surveyor for a part-time role at 32 hours per week. You will lead surveying tasks, work autonomously, and ensure quality control from field to office in line with standards.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years post‑qualification experience, be eligible to work in New Zealand, and hold an LCS, CPESurv, or an equivalent surveying qualification with demonstrated industry experience.

Qualifications

• NZ-registered LCS or CPESurv or relevant surveying degree with field experience.
• 5+ years post-qualification experience preferred.
• Eligible to work in New Zealand and willing to be part-time (32 h/week).

Responsibilities

• Work autonomously on surveying projects and collaborate with internal teams.
• Lead and deliver surveying tasks to high technical standards and deadlines.
• Maintain quality control for field and office surveying in line with standards and regs.
• Manage small to large projects from feasibility to delivery while managing client expectations.

Skills

Surveying

Education

New Zealand Licensed Cadastral Surveyor (LCS)

Certified Professional Engineering Surveyor (CPESurv)

Diploma or Degree in Surveying

Job description

Do you get a kick out of tackling a variety of projects and turning challenges into rewarding outcomes? We’re on the lookout for a Licensed Cadastral Surveyor (LCS) – or a senior Surveyor – who is solution focused with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.

Join us and become part of an enthusiastic and dynamic team that crafts innovative solutions, drives strategies to success, and supports your continuing professional development (CPD) every step of the way! You’ll find a welcoming environment where your skills are valued, and your growth is
our priority.

About the role

This position is offered on a part‑time basis at 32 hours per week (4 days). There is flexibility to work up to 40 hours per week as workload increases or if you wish to increase your hours over time.

Key Functions

• Work autonomously on projects while collaborating with internal teams
• Lead and deliver surveying tasks to a high technical standard and agreed timeframes
• Maintain quality control processes for both field and office‑based surveying work in line with professional standards, industry best practice, and regulatory requirements
• Manage Projects (small and large) from feasibility through contract procurement, supervision, and delivery, while managing client expectations and critical project pathways

About you

You will hold one of the following:

• New Zealand Licensed Cadastral Surveyor (LCS), or
• Certified Professional Engineering Surveyor (CPESurv), or
• A relevant surveying qualification (Diploma or Degree) with demonstrated industry experience

Ideally you will have:

• 5+ years’ post‑qualification experience (or equivalent senior experience)
• A practical, “make it happen” approach, and
• Be eligible to work in New Zealand
• Checked out our BTW Company video and feel aligned with our values and the work we do

If you’re looking for a place where your experience is valued, your work has purpose, and there’s room to keep growing, we’d really like to hear from you.

BTW Company has been delivering high-quality, innovative solutions since 1973. With 95+ professionals across multiple NZ offices, we specialise in surveying, civil engineering, environmental sciences, and planning. Our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and team growth ensures
stability and long-term career opportunities.

Visit our website www.btw.nz to learn more about what we do and the values that guide us every day.

Applications are reviewed as they arrive and interviews may be arranged before the closing date of 01st August 2026.

You must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.