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Job Title


Cadet Survey Technician


Company : Tweed Shire Council


Location : Murwillumbah, New South Wales


Created : 2025-10-27


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Kickstart Your Career - become a Survey Technician.Join a dynamic team and gain hands-on experience while studying towards your Associate Degree of Surveying.As a cadet, youll follow a structured development pathway designed to help you gain the qualifications and practical experience needed to build a rewarding career in surveying. This position is Council-funded, offering an opportunity to start your journey in a dynamic field.To progress from Cadet to Survey Technician, on-the-job training and tertiary studies are required. About the role:Provide assistance to Surveyors in conducting land surveys as a member of Council''s Survey SectionLearn and develop field and office activities, including topographic, engineering, cadastral, GNSS (GPS) and hydrographic surveysPerform survey duties as part of a survey team as directed by Councils SurveyorsAssist in the provision of surveying and land related data productsUndertake the academic requirements of an Associate Degree in Surveying to become an associate surveyor What''s on offer:Full-time position for up to 48 months, commencing January 2026Competitive starting salary from $51,580 to $75,449 per annum, plus 12% superannuationSalary progression based on successful completion of course units and on-the-job performanceCourse fees covered - well cover the cost of compulsory unit fees for your Associate Degree of SurveyingEarn while you learn70 hour week, 9 day fortnightOngoing training and professional development to help you grow your skills and careerSupportive environment with coaching, mentoring and guidance from experienced professionalsFlexible work options for a healthy work/life balanceGenerous employment conditions We are seeking:Genuine interest in Surveying and a desire to build a long-term career in the industryCurrently enrolled in your first year OR eligible to enrol into an Associate Degree in Surveying at the University of Southern QueenslandFinished Year 12 with solid literacy and numeracy skills (Grade C and above)Currently hold a Class C Driver''s LicenseGeneral Construction Induction Card (White Card) or willingness to obtainPhysical and mobility capabilities necessary to carry out rigorous survey field workMotivated and committed to completing their degree while gaining hands-on experience through on-the-job training in a supportive team environmentA team player who can work collaboratively with peers and communicate effectivelyReliable and adaptable, with a strong work ethic and commitment to safety, quality and working in diverse environmentsTech-savvy and problem solver with basic computer skills and the ability to learn new systems, tools and software About us:Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold CoastThe Tweed is a vibrant location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farmTweed 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 optionsJoin an employer of choice. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers Association) has named Council the 2021 Employer of Choice for our 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 7 November 2025 at 12 noon sharp (NSW time). Late applications will not be permitted. Tweed Shire Council conducts pre-employment assessments as part of its recruitment process. Job offers are not made until screening has been completed. Tweed Shire Council uses third-party providers to undertake:Pre-employment medical some roles require a functional (physical) assessment, and all positions are subject to drug and alcohol screening (a positive test result ends the recruitment process).Background screening - verifies that the information you have provided throughout the recruitment process is true and correct. Reference checks are undertaken by the panel. Your 2 referees should ideally be your current and most recent supervisors. Your referees are not contacted unless you''ve been interviewed and are a preferred candidate. How to Apply:You must use your own email address, and not one used previously by another person that has applied for a position with council.Once you start your online application, you cannot save and return to it later.Have your Resume document ready to go.Fill out all questions below. Click ''Next&aposs>.Attach your resume and other documents (if applicable). Click ''Next''.Review your application to confirm everything is correct. Click ''Confirm'' to submit your application. We have removed extraneous internal notes and candidate questions not suitable for public posting. For more information on the role and application process, please refer to the public job posting and official Tweed Shire Council recruitment guidelines. Reference to IP address and internal notes have been removed for clarity. #J-18808-Ljbffr