- Full Time and Fixed Term opportunities
- Position Brief- Senior Surveyor and Surveyor

About the role

The Gold Coast is one of Australia's fastest-growing cities, and the work our surveyors do is at the centre of it. From major infrastructure to environmental projects, our multidisciplinary team delivers outcomes that directly shape the places where people live, work and play.

We are looking for Surveyors to join us across a range of exciting projects on the Gold Coast. These positions are primarily engineering surveying roles however, as part of a multidisciplinary team, they provide opportunities to gain experience across engineering, hydrographic and cadastral surveying projects.

We welcome applications from candidates at all stages of their surveying career. Opportunities are available from entry-level through to senior positions, with appointment level determined by qualifications, registration status, experience, skills and demonstrated capability.

Undergraduate surveying students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply and may be considered for entry-level opportunities commensurate with their qualifications, skills and experience.

Why join us?

- Includes a take-home vehicle, subject to compliance with Council's vehicle use policy.
- Flexible working hours and locations, including hybrid and work from home options (where operational requirements allow)
- Paid maternity leave up to 12 weeks and paid paternity leave of one week
- Pro-rata long service leave after seven years of service
- Access to over 350 fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
- Corporate health plan with Bupa and Medibank
- Salary sacrifice provisions including novated vehicle leasing
- Study allowance and strong professional development support
- Employee Assistance Program including four confidential counselling sessions per year for you or an immediate family member
- One free nutritionist and financial advice session per year




- Mid-career break eligibility after seven years of service
- Discounted Commonwealth Bank home and personal loan rates

This is not a billable hours environment. You will have the project variety of a consultancy with the stability and work-life balance of local government!

What you will be doing

You will deliver survey services across a diverse mix of infrastructure, development, environmental and municipal projects.

This includes:

- Capturing, processing and delivering accurate survey and spatial data in line with legislative, project and industry requirements
- Managing projects from minor to complex scopes, ensuring quality, compliance, timeframes and client expectations are met
- Reviewing survey data, drawings and documentation for accuracy and suitability
- Collaborating with internal teams, contractors, consultants and stakeholders
- Ensuring all surveying activities comply with WHS, environmental and quality management requirements
- Maintaining accurate project records and contributing to continuous improvement

What you will bring

- Relevant surveying qualifications, registration with the Surveyors Board of Queensland, and industry experience are desirable. Appointment level will be determined based on qualifications, registration status, experience, skills and demonstrated capability. For higher-level Surveyor and Senior Surveyor positions, applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain,



Associate-level registration with the Surveyors Board of Queensland and demonstrate experience and capability commensurate with the role.
- Experience covering the full lifecycle of engineering surveying projects is desirable.
- Current C Class Driver Licence.
- General Construction White Card or the ability to obtain one.
- Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- A sharp eye for detail and a genuine commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
- Ability to work collaboratively with project stakeholders, contractors and survey teams.

How to apply

Upload your resume and a one-page cover letter outlining how your experience and skills align with this role. Relevant qualifications may also be requested.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the Gold Coast community. We welcome applications from all candidates regardless of background.

As we are filling a number of positions, we'll be progressing candidates as we go and will be in touch should we feel your skills and experience are a solid fit for one of the available roles.

Contact Person Alex McNulty

Contact Email ••••@goldcoast.qld.gov.au

Closing Date Sunday 8th November 2026/ 11:59pm

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

We’re committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We consider all qualified candidates for employment, irrespective of race, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics by law.

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