The Role

See below the full advertisement for this position, outlining the responsibilities and skills we are looking for. 



Engineering Surveyor

Coffs Harbour, Australia

Reference: 6776417

Shape the future of your city - one survey at a time.

  • Make a real difference to your local community
  • Enjoy true work-life balance
  • Grow your career with professional development opportunities

About the role

Are you ready to take the next step in your surveying career? At the City of Coffs Harbour, we're looking for a passionate Engineering Surveyor to join our high-performing team. Working under the guidance of our Senior Engineering Surveyor and Duty Surveyor, you'll be hands-on with a wide range of surveying projects that directly support the delivery of major infrastructure across the region.

From the set-out of new roundabouts and bridges, to topographical surveys for vital water and sewer upgrades, this role offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to see your work make a tangible impact in the community.

For additional information, please refer to the attached position description.

About You

If you're a confident and technically skilled surveyor with a strong eye for detail and a passion for civil infrastructure, we want to hear from you! You will bring:

  • Diploma in Surveying, Civil Construction (Design) or related field
  • Proven experience in surveying
  • White Card (National Construction Induction Certification)
  • Class C Driver's Licence


What's on offer?

  • Starting salary of around $83.5K per annum + 12 % Superannuation
  • Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week
  • Brand new office location at Yarrila Place!
  • Options to accrue flex time and flexible working arrangements.
  • Generous leave entitlements - long service leave after 5 years
  • Scope for performance-based salary increases.

About us

The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach.

This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a dynamic organisation and a thriving community in one of NSW's most beautiful regions. Check out the benefits of living on the Coffs Coast.

Want to chat?

If you have questions in relation to the position, please reach out to Brett Walters, Senior Engineering Surveyor via phone 0427 060 704 or email brett.walters@chcc.nsw.gov.au

If you have questions in relation to your application or the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team via email recruitment@chcc.nsw.gov.au

Want to apply?

The application process and further details, including the Position Description, can be found below.

Applications are to be submitted by 9pm (AEST, NSW) of the closing date advertised to be considered.

The City of Coffs Harbour is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace based on the principles of employment equity and diversity. We actively encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran or disability status.


Applications Close: 13 Jul 2025