Cadet Survey Technician

Kickstart Your Career - become a Survey Technician.

Join a dynamic team and gain hands-on experience while studying towards your Associate Degree of Surveying!

As a cadet, you’ll follow a structured development pathway designed to help you gain the qualifications and practical experience needed to build a rewarding career in surveying. This position is Council-funded, making it a fantastic opportunity for those looking to start their journey in a dynamic and impactful field.

In order to meet the requirements of the Cadetship and ultimately be progress to the position of Survey Technician, successful completion of on-the-job training and tertiary studies is required. 

About the role:

• Provide assistance to Surveyors in conducting land surveys as a member of Council's Survey Section
• Learn and develop field and office activities, including topographic, engineering, cadastral, GNSS (GPS) and hydrographic surveys 
• Perform survey duties as part of a survey team as directed by Council’s Surveyors
• Assist in the provision of surveying and land related data products 
• Undertake the academic requirements of an Associate Degree in Surveying to become an associate surveyor 

What's on offer:

• Full-time position for up to 48 months, commencing January 2026
• Competitive starting salary from $51,580 to $75,449 per annum, plus 12% superannuation
• Salary progression based on successful completion of course units and competent on-the-job performance
• Course fees covered - we’ll take care of the cost of compulsory unit fees for your Associate Degree of Surveying
• Earn while you learn
• 70 hour, 9 day fortnight
• Ongoing training and professional development to help you grow your skills and career
• Supportive environment with coaching, mentoring and guidance from experienced professionals
• Flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
• Generous employment conditions (we have too many to list - click here for more).

We are seeking:

• Genuine interest in Surveying and a desire to build a long-term career in the industry
• Currently enrolled in your first year OR eligible to enrol into an Associate Degree in Surveying at the University of Southern Queensland.
• Finished Year 12 with solid literacy and numeracy skills (Grade C and above)
• Currently hold a Class C Driver's License
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card) – or willingness to obtain
• Physical and mobility capabilities necessary to carry out rigorous survey field work 
• Motivated and committed to completing their degree while gaining hands-on experience through on-the-job training in a supportive team environment
• A team player who can work collaboratively with peers and communicate effectively
• Reliable and adaptable, with a strong work ethic and commitment to safety, quality and working in diverse environments
• Tech-savvy and problem solver with basic computer skills and the ability to learn new systems, tools and software

About us:

• Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast.
• The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm.  
• Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles.  We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options. 
• Join an employer of choice. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government. 

Where it's located:

This position is based in Murwillumbah and can be directed to work from any Council work site.

Position closes: 

Friday 7 November 2025 at 12 noon sharp (NSW time).  Late applications will not be permitted.

TIPS for Addressing the Selection Criteria

Click here for more information on the Recruitment Process

Click here to view our Values

Pre-Employment Screening:

Tweed Shire Council conducts pre-employment assessments as part of its recruitment process. 

Job offers are not made until screening has been completed. Tweed Shire Council uses third-party providers to undertake:

• Pre-employment medical – some roles require a functional (physical) assessment, and all positions are subject to drug and alcohol screening (a positive test result means the recruitment process ends and your application will not be considered).
• Background screening - verifies that the information you have provided throughout the recruitment process is true and correct.  Click here for more information.

Reference Checks are undertaken by the panel. Your 2 referees should ideally be your current and most recent supervisors.  Your referees are not contacted unless you’ve been interviewed and are a preferred candidate.

How To Apply:

You must use your own email address, and not one used previously by another person that has applied for a position with council.

Once you start your online application, you cannot save and return to it later. 

1. Have your Resume document ready to go.
2. Fill out all questions below. Click 'Next'. 
3. You'll then be prompted to attach your resume and other documents (if applicable). Click 'Next'.
4. Review your application to confirm everything is correct. Click 'Confirm' to submit your application.

If you'd like to COPY and PASTE question fields into a separate Word document to work on over time, please find them listed below:

1. What interests you about surveying and what drew you to applying for this Cadetship? 
2. What do you understand about the responsibilities & commitment involved in this Cadetship and how would you remain motivated throughout the program?
3. Do you have any experience that relates to this cadetship or the surveying industry? 
4. Please indicate the highest level of secondary education you have completed, along with any additional qualifications you hold (e.g. certificates, diplomas, degrees)
5. Are you comfortable using technology and learning new software tools? Can you give an example?
6. What are your career goals and how does this cadetship fit into them?
7. Describe a time when you worked as part of a team to solve a problem. What was the challenge, what role did you play and how did your contribution help the team reach a solution? 
8. To meet the course enrolment requirements, you’ll need either an ATAR of 62.70 or relevant industry experience, along with advanced skills in maths and literacy, and hold a Class C driver’s licence & White Card. Please explain how you meet these criteria.

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