Agricultural Surveyor

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Diverse projects

Advanced equipment

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Agricultural Surveyor to join our client’s team in Benoni. The role focuses on measuring land boundaries, topography, and mapping agricultural properties for development and land management purposes.

The ideal candidate has a professional Land Surveyor qualification or a Geomatics-related degree and at least four years of experience. Proficiency with total stations, GPS, drones, and CAD software is required to produce accurate reports and support land-use planning.

Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor qualification or degree in Geomatics, Surveying, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as an Agricultural Surveyor or in a similar surveying role.
• Proficiency with surveying instruments (total stations, GPS, Drones) and CAD software.
• Strong understanding of land measurement principles, cartography, and legal surveying practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys to measure and map land boundaries, topography, and features for agricultural use.
• Prepare detailed survey plans, maps, and reports using specialized software.
• Assess land characteristics such as soil type, drainage patterns, and existing infrastructure.
• Provide expert advice on land use, zoning regulations, and potential development constraints.
• Collaborate with farmers, developers, and government agencies to ensure accurate land documentation.
• Maintain and calibrate surveying equipment and adhere to professional standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Land measurement

Land use knowledge

Education

Geomatics degree

Professional Land Surveyor qualification

Tools

Total stations

GPS

Drones

CAD software

Job description

Our client is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Agricultural Surveyor to join their team in Benoni . This role is essential for assessing land suitability, measuring boundaries, and mapping agricultural properties for various purposes, including development, land reform, and resource management. You will utilize advanced surveying equipment and techniques to collect accurate data, ensuring compliance with legal and environmental standards. The successful candidate will play a vital role in land use planning and management within the agricultural sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys to measure and map land boundaries, topography, and features for agricultural use.
• Prepare detailed survey plans, maps, and reports using specialized software.
• Assess land characteristics such as soil type, drainage patterns, and existing infrastructure.
• Provide expert advice on land use, zoning regulations, and potential development constraints.
• Collaborate with farmers, developers, and government agencies to ensure accurate land documentation.
• Maintain and calibrate surveying equipment and adhere to professional standards.

Requirements

• Professional Land Surveyor qualification or a degree in Geomatics, Surveying, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as an Agricultural Surveyor or in a similar surveying role.
• Proficiency with surveying instruments (total stations, GPS, Drones) and CAD software.
• Strong understanding of land measurement principles, cartography, and legal surveying practices.
• Experience with agricultural land assessments and land reform processes is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to produce accurate, detailed reports.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful land surveying projects.
• Provision of advanced surveying equipment and technology.
• Support for professional development and continuing education credits.
• A role that is crucial for land management and agricultural development planning.