As a Surveyor with RPS you will have a pivotal role in our exciting surveying projects. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert advice, management, and instruction on a range of surveying projects.
• Developing and maintaining a strong client base in the infrastructure and development sectors.
• Conducting fieldwork, calculations, data processing, and total project management.
• Offering operational support to the Survey Manager for resource planning and staff mentoring.

Your Skills and Abilities:

Survey:

• Competent in various survey functions, from contour and detail surveys to building set-outs and basic cadastral surveys.
• Execute survey tasks efficiently, achieving precision in results.
• Uphold our Quality Assurance system, conducting independent checks, following standard procedures, and maintaining meticulous records.
• Communicate effectively with fellow Surveyors, Survey Assistants, and RPS staff, ensuring clear reporting to supervisors and clients.
• Engage in discussions with contractors, consultants, and clients when necessary, especially on-site instructions.
• Never hesitate to ask questions and share insights when faced with challenges.

Business Development:

• Proactively bolster RPS's reputation as the preferred supplier to stakeholders.
• Cultivate and fortify relationships with clients while enhancing existing connections with both internal and external partners.
• Maintain a professional public profile at all times.

Education and Experience:

• You will possess formal qualifications as a Surveyor, holding a degree in spatial sciences and registered with the QLD Surveyors Board. 
• Hold a Cadastral Surveyor endorsement in Qld or can demonstrate an ability to transfer a cadastral endorsement from an applicable state of Australia or New Zealand.
• A minimum of 5+ years of recent experience in surveying across diverse projects.
• Demonstrated project management skills. Experience in client management and staff leadership and mentoring is highly valued.
• Exceptional time management.
• Proficiency in using surveying equipment and software, with a preference for experience with Trimble instruments and 12D.
• Ability to work in a technically complex environment and meet project milestones.
• Right to work in Australia - we are not able to provide sponsorship.
• Strong technical and communication skills.

Join us at RPS, where your skills, talents, and aspirations will be nurtured and celebrated. We're your gateway to a successful and rewarding career in surveying! 

What's on offer 

Join a progressive organisation who provides:

• A work vehicle, mobile phone allowance, boots and uniform allowance
• 38-hour week
• $250 Active Lifestyle allowance
• Professional membership p.a reimbursement
• Flexible Working Arrangements to ensure a healthy work/life balance
• Supportive knowledgeable accessible management – mentors and training
• Great team culture
• Access to a range of additional employee benefits
• Paid parental and partner leave
• Additional annual leave purchase scheme and salary packaging
• Stunning state of the art offices in the heart of Fortitude Valley, with the latest tech and equipment. 

About RPS

RPS is a Tetra Tech Company. We are a global professional services firm of 5,600 people. Operating in 125 countries our people are as diverse as the communities and clients we represent. Together, we define, design, and manage projects that create shared value in a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world.

We solve problems that matter to our clients and their communities. We are easy to work with, we are confidently pragmatic, and we have a winning mindset. Making complex easy.

Our Commitment 

We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.

Ready? Let’s go!

This is a unique opportunity to build your career with a company that provides a wide range of survey experiences and is one of the largest employers of Surveyors in Australia. To join our expanding survey team, please submit your application today.