Survey Technician

12 hours ago


Baringa Queensland, Australia Prime Land Consultants Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Survey Technician – Baringa, Sunshine Coast QLD

About PRIME Land Consultants

Established in Melbourne, PRIME Land Consultants stands at the forefront of the land surveying industry, renowned for our unparalleled commitment to quality and precision in both residential and commercial sectors. From our origins in Point Cook, Melbourne, PRIME has grown into a trusted national consultancy, now proudly servicing clients across Victoria, Western Australia (Perth) and Queensland (Sunshine Coast and Northern Brisbane). Our team of highly skilled licensed land surveyors and consultants delivers a broad spectrum of services including land development planning, cadastral, and feature surveys, all underpinned by cutting-edge practices and a relentless pursuit of accuracy. We are more than surveyors; we are innovators and visionaries committed to exceeding client expectations and reshaping the landscape of land surveying, cementing our role as a key player in driving sustainable and progressive community development.


Join Our Growing Team in one of Queensland's most sought-after locations We're seeking an experienced Survey Technician to join our dynamic team based in Baringa, Sunshine Coast. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects across Southeast Queensland, with a strong focus on development and construction surveying.

Why Work With Us?

We're a team that values technical precision, open communication, and professional growth. Here's what you can expect:

  • Supportive work culture where your input matters and collaboration thrives
  • Competitive salary package (based on experience)
  • Ongoing support for study, professional development, and career progression opportunities
  • Work-life balance focus
  • Mentoring from senior surveyors and leadership team
  • Access to varied and challenging projects
  • Modern equipment and technology to support your professional development

Role Overview

As a Survey Technician, you'll be empowered with field-based surveying capabilities for design, construction, and engineering-based survey projects. You'll work both autonomously and collaboratively with field crews, draftspersons, and senior licensed surveyors.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Carry out field surveys meticulously to company standards and quality assurance systems
  • Calculate and adapt field files for surveys, including onsite data processing
  • Upload and download project files and data management
  • Set out points, offsets, lines, marks, profiles, pins, and pegs including repair work
  • Collect property data for contour and detail projects
  • Maintain best practice survey data storage and file management
  • Reduce and process survey data accurately
  • Ensure compliance with company QA processes and industry guidelines
  • Identify and escalate non-conformance issues requiring corrective action
  • Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and stakeholders
  • Support land development, construction, and engineering survey projects

Project Types:

  • Building setouts
  • Contour and detail surveys
  • Identification surveys
  • Land development projects

(Subject to your registration level)

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements:

  • Degree or diploma in Surveying (or currently working towards one)
  • 3+ years' experience in residential surveying.
  • Strong technical skills with modern survey equipment and CAD software
  • Valid Queensland driver's licence and full working rights in Australia
  • General Construction Induction Card
  • Meticulous attention to detail and ability to work independently
  • Clear communication skills and collaborative mindset
  • Commitment to quality assurance and error-free deliverables

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Surveyors with SBQ Registration are preferred
  • Background in development surveys

Location: Baringa, Sunshine Coast QLD

Ready to take your surveying career to the next level in one of Queensland's most desirable locations? We offer exceptional career progression opportunities with training and support to help you become an outstanding surveyor.

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