• Collects, researches and analyses geographic data for map and chart creation
• Utilises geographic information systems (GIS) to organise and analyse spatial data
• Creates and updates digital maps and charts using computer software
• Prepares reports and presentations for cartographic communication

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Construction Surveyor

• Measures, sets-out and monitors construction projects, including high rise buildings, roads, tunnels, airports and other forms of infrastructure, to ensure they are built in accordance with design specifications
• Performs surveys, fieldwork, calculations, data reduction and manipulation on construction sites using specialised software and technical equipment, such as theodolites, global positioning systems (GPS), lasers, and aerial and terrestrial scanners
• Completes as-constructed survey reports and plans to confirm a construction project conforms to the intended design and specifications
• Prepares data models for set-out and machine guidance to assist in planning, executing, monitoring and evaluating surveying work
• Works with construction professionals, Architects, property owners, and Civil Engineers to provide accurate survey information for project planning and design phases

• Geospatial Analyst
• GIS Consultant
• GIS Manager

• Gathers geospatial data through satellite imagery, aerial photography, GPS, surveys and other sources
• Cleans, organises and formats geospatial data for analysis
• Uses geospatial technology such as GIS to analyse spatial data to describe and infer trends and patterns, solve problems and answer spatial data-related queries
• Communicates findings and insights from geospatial data using reports, dashboards and interactive maps to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Develops and maintains databases and information systems for geospatial data management

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Registered or Licensed Land Surveyor

• Uses specialised technical equipment, such as theodolites, GPS, lasers, and aerial and terrestrial scanners, to take, record and collate measurements and locations in relation to land boundaries
• Establishes site horizontal and vertical height data
• Determines the position of boundaries of public or private land, and prepares plans and associated documents
• Develops and establishes reference systems for geographic and land information
• Consults with other professionals such as Architects and engineers, to ensure land development projects are completed to plan
• Works with government officials and other stakeholders to ensure that land development projects are completed in compliance with regulations and local laws
• Sets-out land and building developments
• May map out positions of boundaries where land is subdivided, bought or sold, and plan and provide critical professional advice for project developments in land and buildings

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Identifies limits for excavation purposes and marks drill patterns for blasting in open cut mines
• Determines, controls and maps the location and direction of tunnels in underground mines
• Establishes site horizontal and vertical height data
• Calculates the volume of materials moved or minerals mined
• Uses GIS to create site maps, including mine structures and deposit layers
• Identifies potential risks and environmental effects of mining activities

Registration or licensing may be required.

• Geodetic Surveyor
• Hydrographic Surveyor