Cadet Surveyor

Are you looking to kick-start your career in the field of surveying?

We have an incredible opportunity for a Cadet Surveyor to join our Design and Survey Services team at Cairns Regional Council.

Whether you are a recent Year 12 school graduate with an interest in surveying, or already studying this qualification, you will gain important on the job experience to grow in your role and become a proficient surveyor.

What You Will Do:

As a Cadet Surveyor, you will work alongside our experienced Principal Surveyor and Surveyors to develop your technical skills and gain in-depth knowledge of the surveying field. Whether you are assisting with field surveys, operating engineering software, or coordinating resources, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality surveying services for Council projects.

This is a truly unique opportunity to build technical expertise through a combination of external studies, fieldwork, and mentoring from experienced Surveyors.

What We Are Looking For:

• Candidate must meet eligibility requirements to enrol at the University of Southern Queensland to complete external studies and / or demonstrated progress towards an Associate Degree of Surveying (Surveying Major)

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written

• Demonstrated ability to balance work duties and academic responsibilities

• Demonstrated willingness to continually develop technical expertise and experience

If you are eager to develop your career in surveying and work on diverse, exciting projects, we would love to hear from you!

Some benefits we offer:

• Up to $5,000 study assistance per annum (inclusive of Fringe Benefits Tax) towards the cost of your Associate Degree of Surveying (Surveying Major)

• Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave • A once-off $10,000 Cadetship Study Allowance

• Flexibility around your study to attend lectures, tutorials and examinations during work hours

• Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements • Salary sacrifice opportunities

• Grow personally and professionally with learning and

• Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being development opportunities memberships (gym/swimming pool)

We are committed to:

• Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
• Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:
Phone: (07) 4044 3310
Email: jobs@cairns.qld.gov.au
Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council