Job Description

Detail Surveyor – Sydney $45-$55 per hour (depending on experience) + super, car, laptop, phone + bonuses

Join a company where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes an impact.

Who We Are

At TSS – Total Surveying Solutions, we’re not just another surveying company. We’re a team of passionate professionals shaping the built environment across Sydney, Regional NSW, Melbourne, Regional Victoria and the ACT.

We invest heavily in cutting-edge technology, but our greatest investment is always in our people, supporting them to innovate, collaborate, and continually grow their skills and careers.

Our values: Empowerment, Determination, Collaboration, and the drive to do better, guide everything we do, from the way we work to the results we deliver.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced Detail & Topographic Surveyor to join our growing Sydney team.

This role offers the autonomy to manage your own projects, backed by the support of an experienced and approachable management team. You’ll have exposure to a wide variety of projects — from residential and infrastructure to major TfNSW works and the opportunity to develop your leadership and technical capabilities as part of a business that truly invests in its people.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct detail and topographic surveys using modern surveying equipment and methods
• Perform boundary, feature, and construction set-out surveys
• Prepare accurate survey plans and drawings using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar
• Analyse and process survey data with precision and attention to detail
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, and construction professionals
• Ensure equipment is maintained and calibrated to industry standards
• Deliver all work to Australian surveying standards and regulations

About You

• You’re a motivated, capable surveyor who takes pride in accuracy and professionalism. You’ll bring:
• A Diploma or Degree in Surveying (or equivalent)
• 3+ years’ experience in detail and topographic surveying
• Strong CAD and drafting skills (AutoCAD/Civil 3D)
• Experience using Total Stations, GPS/GNSS, and laser scanners
• Excellent time management and communication skills
• A valid driver’s licence and flexibility to travel to project sites
• Bonus: TfNSW or civil infrastructure project experience

What’s In It For You

At TSS, you’ll find a career that grows with you:

• Competitive remuneration based on experience and performance
• Genuine career progression and mentorship from senior professionals
• Autonomy and trust to manage your projects your way
• Access to the latest surveying tech and equipment
• A supportive, down-to-earth team culture with regular social events

Ongoing training, professional development, and leadership pathways

We’re proud of our inclusive and collaborative culture, and we encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, and people from diverse backgrounds who want to make their mark in the surveying industry.