Surveyors Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity for a Surveyors Assistant to join our Design & Survey Services team. In this position, you will play a key role in assisting the Surveyors in the provision of surveying services to Council’s operations. Your day-to-day tasks will involve:

• Assisting the Surveyors in providing investigation, monitoring, construction set out and as-constructed surveys for works and projects, undertaken by most of Council's departments.
• Driving of survey motor vehicles, including daily vehicle safety checks and routine cleaning of vehicle.
• Use and maintenance of surveying equipment and hand tools in surveying tasks.
• Use of electronic equipment to detect underground pipes and cables for position and depth.
• Painting of survey pegs.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Current Open Driver's Licence in order to be able to drive survey motor vehicles.
• Good communication skills and an understanding of basic mathematics.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Physically able to undertake a variety of strenuous labouring tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively within a team environment.
  If you’re ready to use your skills to assist our Surveyors in the provision of surveying services, we want to hear from you

Some benefits we offer:

• Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
• Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks personal leave
• Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions
• Salary sacrifice opportunities
• Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
• Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Relocation assistance may be available for preferred candidates.

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

Agency applications are not being accepted at this stage