Current Surveying listings
Graduate Surveyor / Survey Technician
Auckland North / Full time
$65,000 - $85,000
Date Listed: 17/7/2025
The Company
Is a leading, well established survey company who provide surveying, engineering and planning services across the Auckland region. Their projects include land development, subdivisions, rural, industrial, commercial and residential including high-rise buildings.
The Role
Surveying for cadastral, engineering and construction surveying for a range of residential and commercial projects.
Construction (dwelling) setout
Boundary surveys and redefinition
Topographical/site surveys
GPS surveys
Precise engineering and building set out
As built surveys
Site preparation for construction projects
Machine control
High rise building surveying
About You
Well-motivated Surveyor/Survey Technician looking to train and develop with excellent attitude
Ideally you will be experienced in landonline, total station & GPS
Experience in cadastral, engineering or construction surveying considered
Experience with CAD desirable not essential
Experience with land transfer survey beneficial not essential
The Benefits
$65,000 - $85,000
Excellent mentoring and ongoing training
Range of projects
Flexible working
Surveyors & Survey Technicians - Relocate to Australia!
Australia / Full time
$100,000 - $200,000 AUD + Super + Benefits
Date Listed: 14/7/2025
The Company
Calling all New Zealand Surveyors and Survey Technicians. We have opportunities at all levels across the lucky country!
Are you ready for an adventure? We have a range of exciting opportunities with leading employers across Australia who love to hire New Zealand experienced Surveyors and Survey Technicians.
Come and live, work and play in Australia, home to world class cities, amazing lifestyle, great rates of pay and awesome culture.
What are you waiting for??!
We have live roles available right now in Queensland, Western Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and Tasmania including a mix of locally based roles in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Perth, Sydney, Melbourne and Hobart as well as FIFO (fly in fly out) opportunities on great lifestyle rosters depending on your preference.
You can earn a great salary, 11.5% superannuation and enjoy lower cost of living.
We have a range of roles available from large-scale construction, infrastructure, oil and gas and mining mega projects to smaller cadastral and residential projects depending on your experience and preferred project work type.
Come and experience a great quality of life and get paid well for it!
The Role
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About You
Minimum of 1 year NZ experience as a Surveyor or Survey Technician in cadastral, engineering or construction surveying.
NZ Tertiary qualifications in surveying desirable but not essential.
MUST be happy to relocate to Australia – Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Hobart, Adelaide etc. These roles are Australian based not FIFO from NZ.
You must have NZ or AU citizenship
The Benefits
High earning potential + 11.5% superannuation
World class living in amazing locations including Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide
FIFO roles available as well for lifestyle roster
Survey Technician
Christchurch / Full time
$80,000 - $95,000
Date Listed: 4/7/2025
The Company
A leading multidisciplinary land development focussed consultancy has an opening for a Surveyor or Survey Technician to join their Christchurch business.
The company offers land development consultancy services including professional development advice, project management, civil engineering, surveying, and planning.
Their projects range from large scale master-planned communities in greenfield locations, to complex infill developments in brownfields sites, right down to smaller residential and lifestyle subdivisions.
This is a great opportunity to work closely with the Directors and build your skills and experience with an industry leader.
The Role
In this role you will work across a range of cadastral, setout, topographical and UAV projects.
Mix of cadastral and engineering surveying
Client liaison and project management
About You
3 years + surveying experience with a focus on land development
Good communication skills
Experience with 12d and Landonline
The Benefits
Excellent salary
Great working environment and attain experience from renowned senior staff
Fully supported career development locally and by the wider company
Wide range of projects in many different settings
2 x Licensed Cadastral Surveyors
1 x Mount Maunganui and 1 x Tairua, Coromandel / Full time
$100,000 - $160,000, Wages (permanent role paid hourly)
Date Listed: 2/7/2025
The Company
Great opportunity to join a national surveying company well known for providing surveying services at the highest standard for several decades. The state-of-the-art equipment and ability to think outside the square to find solutions has been widely praised in their many client testimonials.
They undertake a range of work, both geographically and by type, which provides variety and interest.
You will join a large, friendly, professional family-owned company who appreciate their staff. They have been growing year on year even after 30+ years and now have several offices nationally.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking 2 x Licensed Cadastral Surveyors with a strong background in land development engineering to join their dynamic team. They are looking for 1 person in Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty and 1 person for Tairua, Coromandel.
The successful people will be responsible for delivering cadastral surveying services in accordance with New Zealand legislation and contributing to the design and execution of land development projects.
This role suits a detail-oriented professional with a passion for both precise boundary definition and the engineering aspects of land development, including subdivision design, roading, stormwater, and other civil infrastructure components.
The Role
Cadastral Surveying:
Perform cadastral surveys for urban and rural subdivision projects.
Prepare and certify survey datasets in accordance with LINZ and Cadastral Survey Rules 2021.
Liaise with LINZ and other authorities to ensure survey approvals.
Manage end-to-end survey processes including field work, data processing, plan preparation, and statutory certification.
Quality Assurance checks on surveyor’s work.
Land Development Engineering:
Contribute to or lead the design of land development projects, including stormwater, wastewater, roading, and earthworks.
Prepare engineering drawings, calculations, and reports to support subdivision consents.
Coordinate with local councils, utility providers, and contractors during project planning and implementation.
On-site construction observation to fulfil official roll to act as Engineer to Contract in terms of NZS 3910: General Conditions of Contract (as needed).
Project Management:
Oversee projects from feasibility to construction completion.
Collaborate with planners, civil engineers, survey technicians, and stakeholders to ensure integrated project delivery.
Monitor timelines, budgets, and compliance for surveying and engineering deliverables.
About You
Licensed Cadastral Surveyor (LCS) as recognised by Survey and Spatial New Zealand (S+SNZ) and Cadastral Survey Licensing Board of New Zealand (CSLB).
Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in cadastral surveying and/or civil engineering related to land development.
Strong knowledge of New Zealand land transfer and survey systems.
Proficiency with surveying software (e.g., 12d, AutoCAD, Landonline, and GNSS/Total Station equipment).
Familiarity with local planning and engineering standards.
Desirable:
Experience with resource consenting process under the RMA.
Effective communication and team leadership skills.
Experience managing multi-disciplinary land development projects.
The Benefits
Wages permanent role paid hourly, not salary so you get paid for every hour you work
Flexible working arrangements.
Career progression and CPD support.
Diverse portfolio of urban and rural projects.
Supportive team culture with modern tools and systems.
Well established company.
Receive ongoing training and development
Working in a great "down to earth" environment, yet extremely professional
Established team with well networked leadership
Surveyor/Survey Technician
Christchurch / Full time
$90,000 - $130,000
Date Listed: 30/6/2025
The Company
A leading multidisciplinary land development focussed consultancy has an opening for a Surveyor or Survey Technician to join their Christchurch business.
The company offers land development consultancy services including professional development advice, project management, civil engineering, surveying, and planning.
Their projects range from large scale master-planned communities in greenfield locations, to complex infill developments in brownfields sites, right down to smaller residential and lifestyle subdivisions.
The Role
In this role you will work across a range of cadastral, setout, topographical and UAV projects.
Mix of cadastral and engineering surveying
Client liaison and project management
About You
3 years + surveying experience with a focus on land development
Good communication skills
Experience with 12d and Landonline
The Benefits
Excellent salary
Great working environment
Fully supported career development
Wide range of projects in many different settings
Senior or Principal Licensed Cadastral Surveyor (Leadership role)
Auckland East / Full time
$150,000 – $180,000 per year + Future Equity
Date Listed: 22/6/2025
The Company
Is a NZ owned, medium sized, long standing reputable business located in East Auckland. Recently under new ownership and with significant growth opportunities in the future, they are now looking for an experienced Licensed Cadastral Surveyor with strong leadership capability to join their highly successful team.
The Role
Taking accountability for the overall running of the business and drive performance measures to achieve growth
· Leading, developing and growing individuals in the team to reach their full potential
· Undertaking various types of surveying. Eg.land transfer, topographical and land development
· Preparing land development plans for client
· Managing key projects in the greater Auckland region
· Liaising and building strong relationships with clients, councils, LINZ and consultants and engage with the community as required
About You
· Experience as a Licensed Cadastral Surveyor
· Experience in all types of surveys, including land transfer, engineering set-out and as-builts, topographic mapping
· A good knowledge of the resource consent process
· Experience in the New Zealand Land Transfer System
· Knowledge of 12d, Landonline and AutoCAD software
· Knowledge of the current rules for Cadastral Surveying and associated guidelines
· Exceptional abilities to prioritise workloads and make good commercial decisions
· Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
· A full NZ drivers’ licence.
Leadership experience in a high performing team environment preferable
The Benefits
· A positive and energetic team environment
· An opportunity to make a real difference by growing people, while growing a business.
· A competitive salary package.
· The potential opportunity of equity in the future
Surveyor or Survey Technician
Napier / Full time
$70,000 - $120,000
Date Listed: 18/6/2025
The Company
Recent winners of the Employer of the Year award at the 2023 Business Awards and recipients of Cultural Excellence Accreditation from BSI People Skills, they are big enough to have exciting projects but small enough to feel like a family company, their people are their biggest asset, and they love to see them excel.
They offer interesting and diverse projects, a supportive work environment, career progression and exceptional work-life balance.
They are in need of Surveyors or Survey Technicians to join their Hamilton and Napier teams.
The culture is one of family, teamwork, community, and communication with a commitment to quality and a high level of technical expertise.
They use the latest Leica GNSS and Robotic gear.
The Role
Mix of land and engineering surveying using Leica GNSS and Sokkia GNS, Leica Digital Level and Leica Total Stations/Robotic instruments for a range of land development and civil infrastructure projects.
About You
Bachelor or Diploma of Surveying
12D and/or AutoCAD experience would be an advantage
Minimum of 1-2 years experience in the industry
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)Competent in the use of Leica GNSS and Sokkia GNS, Leica Digital Level and Leica Total Stations/Robotic instruments
Knowledge of and interaction with the RMA
A desire to grow and develop people and business
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A great sense of humour and willingness to contribute to your team
A highly proactive work ethic and the desire to exceed client expectations
Full, New Zealand driving licence and experience in driving a manual transmission 4WD utility vehicle essential.
The Benefits
Career development opportunities, including tailored pathways for those wanting to become Licensed, annual training budgets, tertiary study programs, and payment of professional membership fees.
Access to a mentoring program with some of New Zealand's top professionals.
Competitive remuneration.
Commitment to employee well-being, supported by a passionate wellbeing committee.
Membership to Employment Assistance Program (EAP) service.
Employee recognition programs.
Relocation assistance.
Licensed Cadastral Surveyor
Auckland West/ Full time
$110,000 - $150,000
Date Listed: 15/5/2025
The Company
My client is a small but highly successful surveying, planning and project management consultancy who are on the hunt for their next surveying team member!
Due to continued growth of their very solid workload, they have a requirement for a Licensed Cadastral Surveyor to join their growing team.
The salary range is $110k-$130k for a newly Licensed Surveyor and $120k-$150k for 5-10 years Licensed.
This is an excellent opportunity to work for a company that empowers their team, giving them freedom, autonomy, and trust to go about their work. They offer market leading renumeration packages and to top it off they offer flexible working.
You will work in a real team environment working on a wide range of exciting residential development projects across Auckland.
The Role
Ensure accurate Cadastral Survey Datasets and other survey deliverables are completed on time
Supervise and mentor the next generation of surveying professionals
Undertaking various types of surveying. Eg.land transfer, topographical and land development
Preparing land development plans for client
Subdivision/LT surveys
Engineering Surveys
Topographical Surveys
Setout Surveys
Managing/Consulting on 2-20 Lot subdivisions.
About You
Licensed Cadastral Surveyor
Competent with Landonline
Experience in all types of surveys, including land transfer, engineering set-out and as-builts, topographic mapping
Experience in the New Zealand Land Transfer System
Knowledge of the current rules for Cadastral Surveying and associated guidelines
Proficiency with Magnet and/or 12D software (or similar) and modern Total Stations and GPS instruments.
Good communication skills;A positive attitude and ability to learn
The Benefits
Flexible working
Negotiable salary
Vehicle + Phone (Personal and Business Use)
Great, fun culture
Fortnightly pay
Autonomy + trust
Busy Workload
Regular salary and career reviews
Surveyor
Queenstown or Wanaka/ Full time
$90,000 - $160,000
Date Listed: 6/5/2025
The Company
Are on the lookout for Surveyors to join their great team.
They are hiring for their Queenstown and Wanaka offices, although will take expressions of interest for their other offices located in Christchurch, Dunedin, Oamaru, Cromwell and Alexandra.
The company have been in business for over 100 years and have a large network of clients across the South Island.
They work on a range of diverse projects such as Skyline Gondola, New Dunedin Hospital, Ayrburn, and a number of large-scale subdivisions.
No day is the same and it's a fantastic environment to learn and grow your career.
The Role
Provide accurate, precise and up-to-date information pertaining to location of boundaries, topography, legal descriptions/title information, set out of precise construction works and land development infrastructure.
Carry out land title surveys and to lodge them into the national land titles system in New Zealand –under the supervision of a Licensed Cadastral Surveyor.
Liaise with associated professionals on land development infrastructure designs and prepare plans/documentation in support of land developments.
Project Management of surveying projects (time, cost, stakeholders, resources etc) and including outsourcing works to contractors as required.
Foster good relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
About You
A relevant land surveying qualification
Experience on land development projects
Experience with 12d Model and CAD software
Experience with NZ codes and standards
Ideally minimum 3 years' industry experience
Negotiation and relationship building skills
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
The ability to work well independently and within a team environment
The Benefits
An awesome group of people
Health Insurance for all employees
Employee Assistance Programme (OCP)
One paid volunteer day per year
Investment in your career development
A down to earth, supportive work culture
Sign on bonus
Land Surveyor (Experienced Graduate or experienced Licensed Cadastral Surveyor)
Levin or Fielding / Full time
$100,000 - $150,000
Date Listed: 15/1/2025
The Company
The leading land development player in the Horowhenua also with a strong position in the Manawatu/Palmerston North areas has an opening for a motivated Surveyor to join their firm.
The company is a relaxed but professional, well established multidisciplinary consultancy who work on a variety of projects ranging from subdivisions to submissions on Local, Regional and National level projects.
Highly motivated team of 12 Licensed Cadastral Surveyors, Planners, Civil Engineers, Drafting and support staff provide in house surveying, planning, project management and civil engineering expertise to clients in a family like, supportive and collaborative environment.
The role would ideally be suited to someone who wants to establish themselves in a provincial community longer term. The companies staff turnover is low and they believe the best results come from team work and the open sharing of ideas and knowledge.
The Role
The work is varied but predominantly cadastral, topographical, set out amongst others
They run Magnet and Topcon equipment (total stations, GPS and robotic total stations)
About You
Company is open to either a very good graduate to an experienced Licensed Surveyor
Preference is for a motivated Licensed Cadastral Surveyor
Ability to work with a low to medium level of supervision and able to support their team of planners and engineers
The Benefits
Starring salary of $100,000 to $150,000
Long term potential for buy in options for the right person
The leading firm in the Horowhenua and hold a strong position in the Manawatu/Palmerston North areas
Low staff turnover
Collaborative environment
Licensed Cadastral Surveyor
Auckland North Shore / Full time
$120,000 - $160,000 + Vehicle
Date Listed: 10/9/2024
The Company
Is a well established company that specialises in subdivision project management across Auckland.
Their services include topographical surveying, resource consents, civil engineering, subdivisions, project management and construction.
Recent projects have included:
Auckland Zoo
Snow Planet
Small, medium and large subdivisions
Piha Surf Club
Britomart
The Role
Work independently in the NZ survey environment
Complete Cadastral survey, topographic survey, land transfer, set-outs etc.
Complete survey processing and calculations
Complete LINZ / council searches
About You
NZ Licensed Cadastral Surveyor
Land Development background with a variety of client and work types
12D and Land-On-Line experience and skill set
The Benefits
Negotiable salary
Vehicle
Well established business with large portfolio of work
Flexible working
Annual bonus
Free parking
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