Department of Transport & Planning Victoria – Melbourne VIC

About Us

We create thriving places andconnectedcommunities. We plan,buildandmaintainVictoria’s transport,planningand land services. We are committed to a safe,inclusiveand high-performing workplace.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and do meaningful work.

About the role

The role supports the Senior Manager Surveying Services in delivering government land dealings and the Surveyor-General’s legislated functions. It provides expert land surveying, advice and audit services, ensuring cadastral surveys meet required standards and supporting government projects and land management.

Key responsibilities include conducting complex survey audits and cadastral surveys, providing expert advice on surveying, land tenure and government land dealings, managing survey contractors and government projects, and preparing high-quality reports and specifications. The role also contributes to policy and process improvements, stakeholder relationships, industry representation, and mentoring and developing team members.

What we’re looking for (Selection Criteria)

- Puts customers and stakeholders first, understanding their needs and context to deliver effective services and manage risks.
- Thinks critically and solves complex problems, considering broader impacts and developing practical, lasting solutions.
- Develops effective policy and recommendations, clearly defining issues and objectives while considering strategic priorities and community needs.
- Builds capability and collaboration, supporting others through coaching, feedback and delegation while fostering strong internal and external relationships.




- Brings leading cadastral surveying expertise, with comprehensive knowledge of land tenure, government land dealings and cadastral boundary re-establishment.

Qualifications and experience

- A current Victorian practising Licensed Surveyor registration, with no conditions, limitations or restrictions (mandatory).
- At least eight years’ experience working as a licensed surveyor in Victoria (mandatory).
- Sound knowledge of land surveying practices, equipment, Victorian cadastral and land tenure legislation and policies, along with current and emerging surveying systems, technology and infrastructure (mandatory).

Pre-employment checks and employment conditions

Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will berequired.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa necessary for the nature of the position.

Recipients of Victorian Public Service (VPS) voluntary departure packages should note that re-employment restrictions apply.

Redemployees

If you are a VPS redeployee, please state this in your cover letter and include your case manager’s contact details. This helps ensure your redeployment status is appropriately considered. For more information on redeployment, visit the Victorian Government policy.

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Applications close at 11.59pm on Wednesday 30th September 2026.

For further information about the role, please contact Evangelia Dimas, Senior Manager Surveying Services at ***************@transport.vic.gov.au.

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📌 Senior Surveyor (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Transport & Planning Victoria
📍 Melbourne