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About the role
This is a Fixed Term Position until 30 June 2027 The role supports the Senior Manager Surveying Services in delivering government land surveying services and fulfilling the Surveyor-General’s statutory responsibilities. This includes providing expert surveying advice, supporting government land dealings and ensuring cadastral surveys meet legislative and professional standards. The role coordinates and conducts desktop and field audits of land surveys, identifies non-compliance, prepares audit reports and communicates findings to licensed surveyors. It also monitors corrective actions, liaises with Land Registry Services to approve plan registration once issues are resolved, maintains accurate records and contributes to audit program reporting and performance monitoring. What we’re looking for You’re someone who:
• Puts customers first, understands their needs and delivers tailored services while managing risks and achieving positive outcomes.
• Applies critical thinking and sound judgement to solve complex problems, identify recurring issues and implement effective, lasting solutions.




• Develops and communicates clear policy advice and recommendations that consider strategic priorities, community needs and broader government objectives.
• Builds capability in others through clear expectations, constructive feedback, coaching, delegation and opportunities for professional development.
• Leads collaboration across teams and external stakeholders, drawing on expert knowledge of cadastral surveying, land tenure legislation and practices, particularly in cadastral boundary re-establishment. Click here to access the Position Description. Qualifications and experience You’ll bring:
• To be a practising Licenced Surveyor in Victoria whose registration by the Surveyor’s Registration Board of Victoria is not subject to any condition, limitation or restriction (mandatory)
• A minimum eight years’ experience working as a licensed surveyor in Victoria (mandatory)
• Possess sound knowledge of land surveying practices, surveying equipment and Victorian cadastral surveying legislation, land tenure legislation and policies (mandatory)
• Possess a high level of knowledge of current and emerging developments in systems and technology related to land surveying and survey infrastructure (mandatory)



Pre-employment checks and employment conditions Relevant pre-employment screening and reference checks will be required. 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.

How to apply
Click the ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our recruitment platform, where you may need to create an account to submit your application. Applications close at 11.59pm on Friday, 27 November 2026. Please include both your resume and a cover letter addressing how your experience addresses each of the key selection criteria for the role. All applications must be submitted via the online portal, we’re unable to accept email or manual submissions. For further information

about the role
, please contact Evangelia Dimas, Senior Manager Surveying Services, at Evangelia.
[email protected] Redeployees 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 Important information If you require any adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or need the advert or attachments in an accessible format (e.g., large print), please contact us. We're here to support you.

📌 Senior Surveyor (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria
📍 Melbourne