Hydrographic Surveyor - FIFO Projects Across Australia
$115,000 - $155,000 + Super + Site Uplift + LAHA
Take the next step in your surveying career with an industry leader in marine and coastal surveying. We're partnering with a specialist marine construction company seeking a motivated Hydrographic Surveyor to join their project team on a 14/7FIFO roster, supporting field campaigns across Australia's stunning coastline.
The Role
Working alongside an experienced team, you'll assist in the acquisition, processing, and delivery of high-quality hydrographic data across coastal infrastructure, dredging, and environmental projects. You'll gain valuable sea-time and technical development while contributing to safe, efficient operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with
multibeam, single-beam, and coastal topographic surveys
.
Operate, monitor, and maintain
survey sensors, positioning systems, and vessel-mounted equipment
.
Support
navigation setup, QA/QC checks, and data acquisition
.
Process and clean hydrographic data using
HYPACK
and related software.
Generate base deliverables including
XYZ datasets, gridded bathymetric surfaces, and charts
.
Conduct
equipment calibrations, maintenance, and logistics
for mobilisations.
Uphold all
HSE procedures, toolbox talks, and risk assessments
.
About You
Degree or Diploma in
Surveying, Hydrography, Geomatics, Marine Science, or similar
.
2-5 years' experience in hydrographic or marine surveying with a strong preference for those with contractor side experience.




Basic exposure to
HYPACK
or similar data processing software.
Familiar with
IHO S-44 standards
and bathymetric quality principles.
Practical knowledge of
multibeam and positioning systems
.
Sea-time or small vessel experience is advantageous.
Current
driver's licence
, marine safety, or
coxswain certifications
(desirable).
Team player with strong attention to detail, initiative, and willingness to travel.
An analytical mind, and the ability to problem-solve
You
MUST
have full working rights for Australia to be shortlisted.
Why Apply
14/7 FIFO roster with national project exposure, and variety of rosters available subject to projects - get the ability to plan your life around set rosters back.
Excellent mentoring and career development pathways.
Competitive salary package + superannuation + uplifts (up to 25%) + LAHA (up to $500 per week, tax-free)
Chance to work on meaningful coastal and marine projects across Australia.
All inquiries and applications will be treated in strict confidence.
About Infracon Australia
We are a Perth-based specialist engineering and construction recruitment business, providing professional placements to civil and building contractors to help drive the growth across the infrastructure, resources and construction sectors Australia-wide.

Additional information
Fulltime FIFO Position - fly from ANY major city!
Long-term career development opportunity
$115,000 - $155,000 + Super + Site Uplift + LAHA
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📌 Hydrographic Surveyor - Fifo (Queensland)
🏢 Infracon Australia
📍 Queensland