Senior Surveyor/Survey Lead

Grada Recruitment; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading New Zealand surveying company is seeking a Senior Surveyor for their Gisborne projects. This role offers the chance to manage diverse projects, lead teams, and potentially grow into branch management. Ideal candidates will have extensive surveying experience and strong project management skills. The company fosters a collaborative culture and offers lifestyle perks, including early finish times for surfing.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Collaborative company culture

Lifestyle-based perks, finish early for surfing

Qualifications

• Must be willing to settle in Gisborne long-term and grow with the company.
• Experience in managing multiple projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage fieldwork and oversee teams.
• Work across a variety of projects from large infrastructure to small developments.
• Set groundwork for future growth into branch management.

Skills

Extensive experience in surveying

Proven leadership and project management skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and teams effectively

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

Grada Recruitment have partnered with a leading New Zealand surveying company to recruit a Senior Surveyor for their Gisborne projects.

About the Company

A well-established surveying company with a dominant reputation across New Zealand are currently looking for a Senior Surveyor in Gisborne. Known for their innovative approach and ability to deliver quality results, they have a diverse range of projects on the go, from large-scale infrastructure to smaller, high-quality developments. Their Gisborne presence has had a number of recent project wins which has resulted in this role being created. They have an existing pipeline of work for several years, but there is appetite to grow meaning this role could quickly develop into a branch management role for the right candidate.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Surveyor looking to take the next step in their career. With an immediate focus on existing engineering projects; this role is perfect for someone who is ready to settle in the Gisborne region and grow with the business. You’ll be working across a variety of projects from large infrastructure down to small developments, managing fieldwork and overseeing teams, while also setting the groundwork for future growth into branch management. If you'd rather stay away from management, this is also an option.

Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience in surveying.
• Proven leadership and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams effectively.
• Strong communication skills to work with clients, contractors, and colleagues.
• Must be willing to settle in Gisborne long-term and grow with the company.

What\'s on Offer

• Opportunities for career progression into a Branch Manager role and grow your team
• A diverse range of projects, from large infrastructure to boutique developments.
• A collaborative, family-oriented company culture that supports work-life balance and long-term career growth.
• Lifestyle based perks, finish early and get surfing!

If you’re an experienced Surveyor looking to make your mark in Gisborne and take the next step in your career, this is the opportunity for you! Reach out in confidence to find out more.

John Steven
021-151-4819
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