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Engineering Surveyor

14/04/2022
12/06/2024
Permanent - Full Time
New Plymouth
Surveying

Operating since 1973, BTW is an innovative, solutions-focused group of Surveyors, Planners, Civil and Geotechnical Engineers, Environmental Scientists, UAV pilots, 3D Geospatial and GIS experts. BTW’s staff of over 90 professionals are leaders in their fields with unparalleled experience on projects, both in Aotearoa New Zealand and overseas. BTW’s multidisciplinary teams operate from offices in New Plymouth, Hamilton, Taupō and Raglan.


BTW Company (BTW) is looking to find a replacement for our long serving experienced Engineering Surveyor who wants to hang up the tools and spend more out on the golf fairways. There will be ample chance for a large handover period and this is a great opportunity for you to be a core member of our Survey team, where you will have access to the latest surveying equipment and technology including 3D Laser Scanners, UAV's, GNSS and Total Station equipment, and you will feel that your contribution makes a tangible difference.
We have numerous exciting projects on the go for the coming months, and are looking for a NZ experienced Engineering Surveyor to join our team. We would like you to have strong Engineering Surveying experience ideally in excess of 10 years but, depending on workload be flexible to deliver a wide range of Surveying projects including 3D geospatial and cadastral projects. 


As an Engineering Surveyor at BTW Company you will:

  • Under the supervision and guidance of experienced licensed cadastral surveyors:
  • Undertake and ensure that field and office-based survey work is performed to professional and relevant standards.
  • Be a proactive thinker to ensure you are ahead of construction projects and avoid survey resource delays, 
  • Report on field procedures and quality assurance to ensure good record keeping 
  • Take ownership of client relationships and comminution to ensure critical work is undertaken in a timely fashion, 
  • Undertake Quality Assurance of survey plans 
  • Complete compliance certifications.
  • Assist with the maintenance and development of surveying procedures.
  • Undertake Engineering design and construction observation (under the direction of a suitably qualified Engineer). 
  • Assist with the development of junior surveying staff

As an Engineering Surveyor, you will need: 

  • In excess of 10 years' experience related to Land Surveying.
  • Diploma in Surveying or a Bachelor of Surveying degree (ideally)
  • Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, 12D, e-surveys and dataset lodgement with LINZ.
  • Experience overseeing projects.
  • Familiarity with marketplace rules and regulations.
  • Influencing and sustaining relationships with staff, customers and contractors.
  • Good spoken English and ability to articulate issues and solutions
  • Timeliness of deliverables.
  • Active listening skills - giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, and asking questions as appropriate.
  • Critical thinking - using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

BTW Company will offer you:

  • Competitive remuneration and optional paid overtime.
  • Employee Benefits package which includes Health and Income Protection Insurance.
  • Flexitime which provides an excellent work-life balance, so you can enjoy what Taranaki has to offer.
  • A positive office and company culture.
  • A fantastic employee-led Training and Development Programme.
  • An engaging Leadership Team who will support and nurture your career.

If this sounds like you, please express your interest in the role by clicking 'Apply Now' and attaching a copy of your CV and covering letter explaining what you could offer BTW Company as an Engineering Surveyor.
You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to be considered for this position
This is an ongoing vacancy and suitable candidates will be contacted within 5 business days, should you have any questions please email vacancies@btw.nz.