Job Description
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:
A Diploma 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
Solid 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 great opportunity 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
Questions?
If you would like to know more about this
opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact Chris Favaloro, Group Manager Project Delivery on *********.
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.
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.
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 ******'re here to support you every step of the way.

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