Position Overview

Senior Surveyor in Gold Coast, QLD, Australia is a key role within Leighton Group Australia responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects. The position requires proven industry experience, strong stakeholder engagement skills and a commitment to safety, quality and environmental management. Candidates will be expected to coordinate with cross-functional teams, drive on-time delivery and support continuous improvement initiatives across projects. The role demands excellent communication skills, commercial awareness and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive, collaborative approach with clients and subcontractors. The successful candidate will contribute to project planning, risk management and delivery optimisation while upholding Leighton Group Australia values.

Role Description

Senior Surveyor based in Gold Coast, QLD, Australia will be responsible for detailed planning, coordination and delivery of assigned works within a multi-disciplinary project environment. This includes preparing and reviewing technical documentation, leading coordination meetings, supervising on-site activities and ensuring compliance with statutory and contractual obligations. The role requires proactive identification and management of risks, driving continuous improvements in productivity, and promoting a safety-first culture across the workforce. The successful applicant will manage stakeholder expectations, deliver against programme milestones and work closely with procurement, design and construction teams to resolve complex interface issues. Additional responsibilities include mentoring junior staff, contributing to project controls and reporting, and participating in design for constructability reviews to ensure practical, cost-effective solutions are implemented on site.

Requirements & Skills

• Degree or Diploma in Surveying or relevant field for senior roles; practical survey experience for crew roles.
• Proficient with survey instruments (Total Station, GNSS) and data processing software.
• Experience in setting out large civil/infrastructure projects and QA of survey deliverables.
• Australian work rights or appropriate visa required.

Education & Qualifications

Bachelor or Diploma in Surveying for senior roles; practical survey certificates and instrument experience for crew roles.

Benefits Package

Competitive remuneration, superannuation and career development.