Surveying Technical Officer

Group and Team: Capital Projects, Surveying

Location: Council Centre Employment status: Permanent, Full-time Classification: Municipal Officer Level 3 Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024 Salary range: $91,138 to $99,635 per annum + 13.5% superannuation.

You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of accurate and timely surveying services that inform infrastructure planning, asset management, and operational decision-making across the City of Hobart. Working both independently and collaboratively, you will contribute to the maintenance of critical spatial data and ensure high stands in fieldwork, documentation, and customer service.

Role accountabilities include:

• Lead and assist in field survey operations, including engineering surveys, data collection, and set-out for selected projects
• Support the maintenance and enhancement of the Council's infrastructure records, asset management systems, and Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Undertake survey drafting in a CAD environment and ensure the effective dissemination of survey-related information in both digital and hard copy formats.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Surveying Technical Officer PD

You are a skilled and proactive surveying professional with a strong foundation in spatial information services and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. Whether working independently or as part of a team, you bring sound judgement, effective communication and a practical approach to problem solving. You take pride in mentoring others, managing your time efficiently, and contributing to safe, inclusive, and values-driven workplace.

• You hold an Advanced Diploma in Spatial Information Services or have equivalent practical experience, with demonstrated knowledge of survey technologies, procedures, and practices.
• You are confident leading fieldwork and supporting technical assistants, with the ability to plan, prioritise, and deliver surveying projects under limited supervision.
• You communicate clearly and respectfully with colleagues and the public, and understand the importance of workplace standards including safety, equity, and professional development.

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Mark Anderson, Surveying Services Manager, on or email 

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 26 October 2025.

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.