Group
Occupation

241232 Engineering Surveyor

Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
Next release Unknown
First release

241232 Engineering Surveyor

Inspects, evaluates, measures, sets out and monitors infrastructure and construction works to ensure structures are built to plan.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Specialisation

  • Construction Surveyor

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • 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
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