This is a hands-on casual role offering the opportunity to work across a varied range of hydrographic and spatial projects, from coastal and port environments through to rivers, dams and remote locations. The successful applicant will assist with the planning, mobilisation, field acquisition, processing and delivery of hydrographic survey projects using up-to-date survey equipment and software.
Key responsibilities
Planning and undertaking hydrographic and bathymetric surveys
Operating multibeam and associated hydrographic survey systems
Mobilising, calibrating and maintaining survey equipment
Collecting and quality-checking hydrographic and positioning data
Processing, analysing and interpreting survey data
Preparing survey plans, datasets, reports and client deliverables
Undertaking vessel-based and unmanned surface vessel survey operations
Integrating hydrographic data with UAV, LiDAR, GIS and other spatial datasets
Supporting project planning, methodology development and field logistics
Working with project teams in remote and operational marine environments
About you
Previous experience undertaking hydrographic or bathymetric surveys
Experience with multibeam echo sounder systems




Sound understanding of GNSS, positioning, tides, datum control and survey quality assurance
Experience processing and managing hydrographic survey data
Strong computer and technical skills
Good written communication and report preparation skills
A practical approach to equipment setup, troubleshooting and field operations
The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
A strong commitment to safety and quality
Flexibility to work on an as-required basis
About us
Tailored Spatial Solutions (TSS), part of Tailored Marine Group Pty Ltd, provides specialist hydrographic surveying, spatial data and remote inspection services across Northern Australia and the wider Pacific region. Based in Cairns, our team delivers a diverse range of projects across ports, marine infrastructure, resources, government and remote regional environments. Our capabilities include hydrographic surveying, multibeam bathymetry, UAV surveying and mapping, LiDAR, photogrammetry, ROV inspection, GIS, 3D modelling and digital asset capture.
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📌 Hydrographic Surveyor (Queensland)
🏢 Tailored Marine Solutions
📍 Queensland