At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, every employee plays a role in helping our community thrive. We are seeking an
Engineering Surveyor
to join our Project Delivery Section within the Community Infrastructure Group.
In this role, you will provide quality surveying services to support the planning, design and delivery of Council's infrastructure works and projects. Working across a diverse range of civil infrastructure, you will undertake engineering and investigation surveys, construction set out and Works as Executed surveys, while providing specialist surveying advice to project teams and stakeholders.
This role is ideal for an experienced surveyor who enjoys a mix of field and technical work, working across varied infrastructure projects and contributing specialist expertise to projects that deliver lasting benefits for our community.
To be successful in this position you will have:
ADiploma in Surveying or a related discipline, or considerable relevant experience within the surveying industry
Demonstrated experience using survey equipment including electronic distance measuring equipment, robotic survey equipment, total stations and GNSS
Experience using survey and CAD software such as 12D and AutoCAD to prepare survey plans
Sound knowledge of survey infrastructure and the regulations and processes associated with its protection, preservation and management
Robust written, verbal, numeracy and interpersonal communication skills
A current Class C Driver Licence
On a typical day you will:
Undertake investigation and engineering survey works for Council infrastructure projects
Investigate cadastral boundary information and transform survey information to the appropriate geodetic network




Investigate and verify above and below-ground utility locations
Undertake construction set-out activities and Works as Executed surveys
Prepare survey plans and process survey data using specialist survey and CAD software
Provide specialist engineering survey advice and support to Council project teams
Support project planning activities in accordance with Council's Project Management Framework
Coordinate external survey consultants and contractors when specialist or additional survey services are required
Maintain survey data collection systems, standards and quality processes
Ensure survey equipment is appropriately maintained, serviced and calibrated
Undertake risk assessments and ensure appropriate controls are in place for survey activities
This is a excellent chance to apply your surveying expertise across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects while helping deliver quality outcomes for the Port Macquarie-Hastings community.
Employment Type:
Full Time, Permanent, 35 hours per week
Starting salary of $80,****** to $90,****** per annum depending on skills and experience, plus 12% Super and Tool of Trade vehicle.
Flexible work arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time
Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport




Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award **** plus annual salary review
Long service leave after 5 years
Generous employee assistance program
Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements
Chris Favaloro, Group Manager Project Delivery on *********.
Applications Close:
Sunday 04 October at 11:30pm
At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the vibrant community we serve - where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to thrive.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please contact us at ******. We're here to support you every step of the way.
Notes:
Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool or eligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of 12 months.
We often ask our preferred applicants to complete pre-employment checks. This may include: Reference Checks; National Criminal Police Check; Medical Assessment; Qualification Verification; Working with Children Check Verification.
Port Macquarie Hastings Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people.
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