Survey Technician

Full Time- Sydney- Posted 5 hours agoExciting opportunity for an experienced Survey Technician to join our Norwest team.

Orion is a development services consultancy that has rapidly become known for providing superior value to our clients. We are honest, accessible, and valued for our commercial mindset and use our deep understanding of development to drive innovative solutions to complex projects. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and we are an equal opportunity employer. Our culture is inclusive, fun, and dynamic and we love to challenge the status quo. We invest in our people and provide them with opportunities to become the best they can be. And now we are expanding.

Your Role
- As a Survey Technician your duties will involve provision of collecting and recording survey data, performing office calculations/reductions of field surveys and drafting of survey plans.

**Responsibilities**:

- Take measurements and collect information using high tech equipment
- Analyse survey data and make calculations
- Draft Plans and plot data using survey computer software
- Set Out reference points for construction activities
- Liaise with various project stakeholders including; clients, consultants and relevant authorities
- Utilise cutting-edge technology such as terrestrial robotic total stations, GNSS receivers to provide 3D measurement. Explore the use of new technology such as aerial drones & 3D scanners Liaison with authorities and utility agencies to obtain project approvals
- Ensure work output is of a technically high standard, meets client needs, and activities are commercially viable
- Adoption, promotion and adherence to the Orion's Quality Management (QMS) and Work Health & Safety (WHS) Systems (e.g., Securities of Payment Act), and standard form contract
- Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and mature judgement in anticipating and solving project issues
- Provide drafting activities to provide drawing sets to Orion Standards
- Implementation of good practice, templates, policies, tools and partnerships to support the ongoing success of the business.
- Ensure quality control processes for each project are implemented and documented
- To be responsible for the security and condition of all survey equipment and for regular maintenance meets industry standards.
- Continually review and improve work methods and procedures where related to this position's work activities in regard to best practice in environmental, quality and WH&S.
- Provide technical support to peers, as well as mentor junior staff to further develop knowledge base and assist in career progression
- The Company may change your duties from time to time to meet the requirements of the business at the discretion of the Director.

Skills and Expertise
- Diploma in Surveying
- Minimum 5+ years Surveying experience within land development
- Hold a Traffic Control/management certificate
- Hold a First Aid Certificate
- Possess a Class C Drivers License
- Current WH&S Construction Induction Certificate (White Card).
- Form strong relationships with government agencies and can provide insight into gaining approvals
- Well-developed interpersonal communication skills with experience dealing with clients and external organisations in a professional manner
- Demonstrated understanding and compliance with SWMS
- Continually review and improve work methods and procedures where related to this position's work activities in regard to best practice in environmental, quality and WH&S.
- Ability to coordinate field staff, drafting activities and process field data
- Verify the accuracy of survey data, including measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites
- Promote continuous improvement by reviewing processes in the delivery of survey services
- Self-motivated, decisive, with the ability to adapt to change and competing demands
- A keen eye for detail and accuracy
- Excellent computer skills
- To be able to work both independently and as part of team environment
- Efficient time management skills to achieve project deadlines and budgetary constraints
- Excellent leadership, communication (written, verbal and presentation) and interpersonal skills

Performance Goals
- Enthusiasm for self-improvement and development
- Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- Able to use initiative to solve day to day work problems
- Demonstrated commitment to work as part of a team
- A keen interest in innovation - both on projects and within the business.
- Maintenance of strong, enduring and cooperative working relationships with all stakeholders
- Engagement in the ongoing review and improvements to the Orion Consulting business processes to identify opportunities for efficiencies or value-add to either Orion Consulting or its Clients
- Demonstrable commitment to the positive culture within the Orion Consulting business and the promotion of Orion Consulting as a consultant and employer of choice

**Benefits**:

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