Licensed Cadastral Surveyor / Survey Technician - Central Otago (Queenstown / Wanaka)

Your next chapter starts here - world-class projects, modern tech, and an unbeatable lifestyle.
Ready to trade the city grind for something more grounded? Whether you’re an experienced Licensed Cadastral Surveyor or a Survey Technician looking to take the next step, this is your chance to combine challenging project work with the lifestyle only Central Otago can offer.
We’re working with a mix of growing boutique consultancies and established multi-disciplinary firms across Queenstown and Wanaka, all looking for motivated surveyors ready to make their mark in one of New Zealand’s most spectacular regions.

About the Role
You’ll join collaborative teams delivering a variety of land development and infrastructure projects - from high-end residential and commercial developments to large-scale subdivisions and environmental works.
Some of these Central Otago consultancies are at the forefront of geospatial and surveying innovation. Expect exposure to the latest survey hardware, 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.
• Use leading survey technology: 12d, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Leica, Trimble
• Collaborate closely with engineers, planners, and environmental specialists
• Mentorship, progression, and support toward LCS registration
• Real autonomy, flexibility, and opportunity to make an impact

About You
• 5–10+ 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 and 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
• LCS: $150,000 - $250,000 + vehicle
• Senior Survey Technician: $110,000 - $180,000 + vehicle
• Intermediate Survey Technician: $80,000 - $110,000
• Leadership and shareholding opportunities for the right person and 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)

Why Central Otago?
Think bike rides before dinner, skiing on weekends, and lakeside sunsets after work. Central Otago offers the perfect balance between professional challenge and lifestyle freedom. From world-class trails and ski fields to vibrant local communities, you’ll enjoy shorter commutes, stunning scenery, and a pace of life that still leaves room for big career goals. For many, it’s a chance to come back to their roots, reconnect with family, start your own family, or simply start fresh in a region where life outside work truly matters.

Next Steps
If you’re exploring your next move - or just curious about what’s happening across Central Otago’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.nz