Ever wondered what a surveyor does on a daily basis? We spoke to professionals in the field to discover what a typical day looks like. Survey Assistant Briannan Ross – Here, there is no such thing as a typical day. I’ve worked on the islands such as Tiwi, Croker and Goulbourn; I’ve travelled to Pulumpa,…
Are you thinking of building, renovating or subdividing? Let’s take a look at why you will need a licensed or registered land surveyor. When you need a little expertise From the smallest plot to multi-million-dollar developments, the world in which we live is organised and legal ownership parameters are determined through the expertise of licensed…
A Changing Landscape There’s no question that there is a demand for increased numbers of surveyors in the workforce. More than that though, the numbers of women in surveying needs improvement. The number of female surveyors in Australia is on the rise, however. In order to rectify the imbalance, education institutions and firms across the country…
Experience the endless possibilities a career in Land Surveying could bring you. Work Experience Program – Secondary Students Work experience is an important part of the secondary school learning experience, and a little sneak peek at what workplaces look like for adults. It’s also a great way to test out something without committing to it…
Simply put, surveying involves the data, and civil engineering involves the design. Building our world up Surveying is at the heart of the world’s infrastructure and built environments. It is no surprise then to learn that it is also a building block that many other disciplines rely on. Civil engineering is one such discipline. Without…
If you dream of working on the water or being surrounded by it, then specialising as a hydrographic surveyor could be the career choice you’ve been searching for. So, what is Hydrographic Surveying? Hydrographic surveyors map the sea floor and other waterways. These surveyors work in coastal areas and overseas, collecting data about the underwater…
In short, YES! There’s never been a better time to study surveying. Graduates can feel confident in finding work and enjoying a secure and lasting career. Industry Findings In Australia, there have been ongoing attempts to address the skills shortage in the surveying industry. In March 2019, a new report ‘Determining the Future Demand, Supply…
Surveying has been critical to the development of modern society. Across the centuries, surveying has helped our ancestors map their terrain. It has laid the foundations for our roads and cities. It even played a core role in the legal division of parcels of land. The boundaries of our natural and constructed world are determined…
Would you like a career that can lead you down a variety of pathways? Surveying could be just that. Surveyors can take on many different tasks and roles during their careers, depending on their qualifications and level of experience. Let’s take a closer look at surveying roles LICENSED / REGISTERED SURVEYOR A licensed or registered…
Same word, different meanings. Cadastral (land) surveying is not the same as building surveying A registered or licensed cadastral surveyor is concerned with interpreting and navigating legal aspects of land ownership and property boundaries. You can read up on that here. They define, manage and protect the space around us. Define: by providing a comprehensive understanding of land,…
