Description:
About the team
Infrastructure Gold Coast is a team of specialists who plan, design, build, maintain and operate our physical infrastructure, creating a safe and accessible city that meets the needs of our community now and in the future. As Coordinator Engineering Surveying, you will be based in the Engineering, Design and Standards branch in the Engineering Field Services business unit. The business unit is responsible for delivering geotechnical investigations, testing of construction materials and surveying activities for all customer and community facing infrastructure classes.
About the role
In this role you will lead the coordination of engineering survey projects, driving the process from client consultation to successful completion. You’ll manage project scopes, budgets, and timelines, working closely with clients to refine requirements and ensure seamless delivery. With a focus on innovation and problem-solving, you’ll oversee feasibility studies, resource allocation, and team performance, while ensuring compliance with legislation. From negotiating project variations to conducting staff appraisals, you’ll play a key part in delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.
Key responsibilities include:
• Coordinate engineering survey projects, from client consultation to scope definition
• Oversee feasibility studies, cost/time estimations, and project milestones
• Ensure compliance with legislation and liaise with government departments
• Develop survey specifications and manage project resources
• Monitor staff performance, budgets, timelines, and project output
• Manage project variations, corrective actions, and ensure on-time delivery
Please refer to the Position Brief, via the paperclip icon on our job advertisement, for more information about this role.
We're looking for people who have:
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Surveying professional with strong leadership and technical skills to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant qualification, proven experience, and a commitment to ongoing development.
To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following qualifications and skills:
• Relevant qualification in Surveying
• Registration with the Queensland Surveyors Board
• General Construction White card
• Commitment to professional development (CPD)
• Proficiency in survey software (12d, AutoCAD, Leica, GIS)
• Current ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence
• Strong interpersonal skills, proven leadership and conflict management experience, with a track record of effectively managing a team and complex projects driving successful outcomes – minimum of 10 years.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia. We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
• Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
• Personal and professional development courses
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
• 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
• 4% Certified Agreement pay rise due 16 October 2025
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.
How to apply
Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.
Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email recruitment@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.
The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.