Chief Surveyor

Purpose of the Role:

The prime focus of the role will be to lead and manage the survey function on a major infrastructure project.

Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering
• White Card

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in the Construction Industry in a similar role – preferred
• Experience working on large scale construction projects or other suitable projects works
• Experience in several survey software’s such as Autodesk and Leica Infinity
• Experience of underground / TBM tunnelling operations including alignment control and convergence monitoring.
• Experience of diagnosing TBM guidance systems

Required Competencies:  

• Provision, maintenance & adjustment of Primary Survey Control Networks. 
  GPS
• Scanning (instrumentation/software). 
• In depth understanding of survey principles
• Ground Settlement Monitoring (automatic & manual systems) including reporting of data
• Good understanding of Australian and International Standards relating to concrete and earthworks
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong teaching and coaching skills
• Ability to lead a team and develop skills
• Ability to collaborate across technical functions, site construction engineers and external stakeholders Sound interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to work to deadlines and targets and can prioritise tasks under pressure
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Able to work independently or as an active member of a team
• Good interpersonal skills and communication
• Strong computer skills; Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
• Strong organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Excellent safety awareness with good housekeeping habits.
• Ability to carry out work instructions and directives to provide satisfactory outcomes.
• Ability to work within a team environment to achieve desired results

Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Ensure surveying services meet Project requirements throughout all phases of the Project.
• Oversee preparation of all required survey plans.
• Ensure the accuracy of survey data including measurements and calculations.
• Oversee preparation of all data, charts, plots, maps, records and documents related to Project surveys.
• Manage survey services to ensure the accurate location and layout of work within the lines, grades and elevations indicated in the design drawings.
• Coordinate and schedule survey activities to meet project work schedules.
• Provide advice and support to the field operations as required
• Ensure that the Project utilizes the most appropriate survey practices to result in an accuracy level that meets the requirements of the Project design.
• Set a personal example in health, safety and environmental matters by ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures through method statements, risk assessments and briefings. 
• Manage, supervise and mentor section, site and assistant engineers and surveyors to ensure high levels of engineering / survey control and generation of appropriate records

The above listed authorities & responsibilities are only a guide and may change as directed by your Manager/Supervisor or as per the requirements of FGJV Management.