| Civil Construction Surveyor - Wānaka |
| Wanaka, Full Time, Construction |
| Please Quote Reference Number 17795 |
| Proven surveying experience in civil construction or earthworks |
| Competitive remuneration package aligned with experience |
| Excellent career opportunity with Ross Reid Contractors Ltd |
Ross Reid Contractors Ltd is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Surveyor for a new project based in the Wānaka region.
This is a senior, hands-on role responsible for delivering accurate surveying, set-out, earthworks calculations, as-built documentation and technical support throughout the project.
About the Role
Key responsibilities will include:- Completing construction set-out for earthworks, drainage, roads, boundaries and structures
- Performing earthworks cut-and-fill calculations and design checks
- Conducting topographical, level and field surveys
- Preparing survey drawings, cross-sections, maps and reports
- Collecting and processing survey data
- Producing and maintaining accurate as-built plans and records
- Reviewing construction drawings, specifications and engineering information
- Confirming that civil works are constructed in accordance with approved designs
- Operating GPS, total stations, levels and other modern survey equipment
- Maintaining equipment calibration and survey registers
- Using CAD and survey software to process data and prepare plans
- Providing measurement information for monthly progress claims
- Supplying survey information for project costing and reporting
- Checking and validating work completed by subcontractors
- Liaising with project managers, engineers, consultants, clients and site teams
- Supporting and mentoring junior survey staff where required
- Ensuring survey information is current, accurate and readily accessible
- Promoting safe work practices and compliance with HSEQ requirements
About You
The successful applicant will ideally have:- At least five years' senior surveying experience in civil construction or earthworks
- Strong experience with civil construction set-out and as-built surveying
- Proven ability to complete cut-and-fill calculations
- Experience surveying drainage, roads, structures and bulk earthworks
- Proficiency with GPS, total stations and modern survey technology
- Experience using Civil CAD, Magnet and Trimble Business Center
- The ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and digital models
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- The ability to manage multiple survey requirements and project deadlines
- Experience supervising or mentoring junior surveyors
- A current New Zealand driver licence
- The legal right to work in New Zealand
- Relevant surveying qualifications would be advantageous.
Why Join Ross Reid Contractors?
Ross Reid Contractors is a long-established New Zealand civil construction company with a strong reputation for delivering major earthworks, drainage and infrastructure projects.
This position offers:- A key technical role on a new Wānaka project
- Competitive remuneration dependent on experience
- Support from an experienced project and management team
- Modern survey equipment and technology
- A high level of responsibility and project involvement
- Career opportunities with an established civil contractor
Role Details
Location: Wānaka, Otago
Employment type: Full-time
Salary: Dependent on experience and available on application
Start date: Immediate or within two to three weeks
Apply Now
Please apply through Seek or Trade Me Jobs with your current CV and a brief summary of your relevant civil construction surveying experience.
For a confidential discussion, contact:
Nick Fitzgerald
National HR Manager
021 952 450
Applications will be reviewed immediately due to the anticipated project start within the next two to three weeks.
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| Please Quote Reference Number 17795 |
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