Licensed Cadastral Surveyor | Survey Technician - South Island
Big projects, career growth, and balance.
Whether you’re an experienced Licensed Cadastral Surveyor or a Survey Technician ready to step up, this is your chance to work on some of New Zealand’s most complex and rewarding projects - all while enjoying the flexibility and balance that today’s surveying teams are known for.
We’re working with a diverse group of multi-disciplinary consultancies and specialist surveying firms across the South Island region. These opportunities offer a unique pathway for professionals who want to grow, lead, and make an impact.

About the Role
You’ll work across a wide range of urban development, infrastructure, and land projects - from master-planned communities to major transport and commercial developments.
Expect exposure to digital data capture, collaboration, drone integration, and early-stage AI workflows that are reshaping how projects are delivered.
These teams aren’t just adapting to the future - they’re leading it.
• Work with industry-leading tools: 12d, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Leica, Trimble, and more
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, and environmental experts
• Mentorship, progression, and leadership opportunities
• Real autonomy, flexibility, and opportunity to make an impact

About You
• 3–10+ years’ experience in cadastral and/or engineering surveying (NZ, AUS, UK)
• BSurv or equivalent tertiary qualification
• Licensed Cadastral Surveyor, or a Survey Technician of all levels
• Member or eligible member of Survey & Spatial NZ (S+SNZ) a plus
• Proficient in 12d, CAD/Civil 3D, ideally with modern data workflows
• Strong communicator with experience managing client relationships
• Accurate, reliable, and confident working independently
• NZ citizen or resident with a full NZ driver’s licence
 
What’s in it for You
• Graduate (degree qualified): $70k/$85k
• Intermediate Surveyor: $85k/$95k
• Survey Technician (up to 5 yrs exp): $95k/110k
• Senior Survey Technician (5yrs + exp): $100k/$140k
• Leadership and shareholding opportunities for the right person & seniority
• Supportive, people-first culture - no red tape, no micromanagement
• Flexibility, professional development, and long-term stability
• Relocation assistance available for candidates returning to NZ (proven NZ experience)

Next Steps
If you’re exploring your next move - or just curious about what’s happening across South Island's surveying scene - let’s talk.
Reach out to Andres at 84 Recruitment for a confidential chat - we’re proud to be the preferred recruitment partner of Survey & Spatial NZ, connecting good people with great employers across New Zealand.

Contact:
Andres Bedoya
Resourcer - Surveying & Engineering
andres@84recruitment.co.nzandres@84recruitment.co.nz