Becoming a Surveyor in Queensland

About this role

Surveyors plan, direct and conduct survey work to determine, delineate, plan and precisely position tracts of land, natural and constructed features, coastlines, marine floors and underground works, and manage related information systems.

What you might do day-to-day in this job

Typical tasks for a Surveyor include:

• undertakes research and development of surveying and photogrammetric measurement systems, cadastral systems and land information systems
• plans and designs land subdivision projects and negotiates details with local governments and other authorities
• advises architects, engineering professionals, environmental and other scientists or other relevant professionals on the technical requirements of surveying, mapping and spatial information systems
• compiles and evaluates data, interprets codes of practice, and writes reports concerning survey measurement, land use and tenure
• prepares site plans and survey reports required for conveyance and land ownership matters.