Senior Surveyor - Hydrographic and Geospatial Surveying
Job No:
COG1727
Location:
Ashmore
- Full Time | 9-day fortnight | 36 hours
- From $111,401 plus Superannuation
- Position Brief - Senior Surveyor
About the team
Join a professional team of surveyors within the Hydrographic & Geospatial Surveying unit, delivering specialist hydrographic, monitoring, laser scanning, and engineering surveys across the city. This role will support a range of survey projects and assist the Engineering and Outsourcing Survey teams when required. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, including coastal engineers, canals and waterways, and designing teams, to help deliver survey requirements from planning through to final delivery. The position will also assist the Hydrographic and Geospatial Surveying Coordinator with operational tasks and contribute to the ongoing development of the city’s surveying capabilities and technologies.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Surveyor – Hydrographic & Geospatial Surveying to provide specialist technical expertise and lead the delivery of complex engineering survey projects from concept through to completion. This critical role supports coastal protection, infrastructure planning, and sustainability initiatives through the provision of accurate bathymetric data and expert technical advice. You’ll work across a variety of marine environments, from our iconic surf zones and offshore reefs to canals, lakes and urban waterways, applying advanced technology and field leadership to support key City and State programs.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead and deliver engineering and geospatial survey projects from planning through to completion
- Conduct construction set-out, feature surveys, and as-constructed data capture
- Manage project performance, budgets, timeframes, quality, and compliance requirements
- Provide technical expertise and surveying advice to stakeholders and project teams
- Supervise and mentor survey staff while supporting continuous improvement initiatives
- Review and verify survey documentation, designs, and project deliverables for compliance and accuracy
We’re looking for people who have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Spatial Science (Surveying) and/or equivalent relevant industry experience
- Registration with the Surveyors Board of Queensland
- Current C Class Driver’s Licence
- Coxswain Grade 1 Certificate advantageous
- Extensive experience in engineering, hydrographic, or geospatial surveying
- Strong knowledge of construction set-out, ADAC, machine control, and engineering survey practices
- Proficient in 12D model
- Proven ability to manage projects, budgets, and stakeholder relationships
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to Workplace Health & Safety, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast’s future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
- 9-day fortnight
- Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
- Personal and professional development courses
- Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
- 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
- 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.
How to apply
To submit your application, please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications, where applicable.
Contact Person Tiffen Roberts
Contact Email tiroberts@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Closing Date Monday 25th May 2026 /11:59pm AEDT
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We consider all qualified candidates for employment, irrespective of race, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics by law.