Be the key expert contact for surveying, land information and spatial data services at Council. Deliver professional surveying, conveyancing and land‑related consultancy that supports informed land management and development decisions across the organisation.
About the role:
- Lead and deliver expert surveying, property and engineering GIS services
- Serve as Council’s authority on geomatics, spatial data, boundaries and land titling
- Resolve complex issues independently and provide trusted, high‑level advice
- Oversee Council’s land, property and conveyancing activities end‑to‑end
- Manage geospatial data, staff and budgets while supporting diverse stakeholders
What's on offer:
- a base salary ranging from $133,822 per annum with annual performance-based progressions up to a maximum of $148,699 per annum, plus 12% super
- additional benefit of a fully maintained leaseback vehicle available for both work and personal use (employee contribution applies)
- 70 hour, 9 day fortnight
- training and development opportunities
- flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance
- generous employment conditions (we have too many to list - click here for more).
We are seeking:
- Degree‑qualified and NSW registered Surveyor, with a current driver licence and eligibility to practice at a senior level.
- Strong background in cadastral and engineering surveying, including land titles, conveyancing, subdivision, and local government survey functions.
- Proven capability in GNSS, works‑as‑executed surveys, ADAC compliance, quality control, and use of SCIMS and the CORS network.
- Confident problem‑solver, skilled in resolving complex survey and land title issues using relevant legislation and professional standards.
- Experienced in managing geospatial data within GIS systems, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and practical usability.
- Effective people leader and communicator, with experience managing staff and budgets, resolving conflict, engaging stakeholders, and maintaining OHS, EEO, and QA compliance.
About us:
- Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast.
- The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm.
- Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles. We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options.
- Join an employer of choice. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 and 2025 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government.
Where it's located:
This position is based in Murwillumbah, and can be directed to work from any Council work site.
Position closes:
Friday 29 May at 12 noon sharp (NSW time). Late applications will not be permitted.
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