Senior Surveyor - - 40548 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Higgins Bay of Plenty is seeking an experienced Senior Surveyor to join the team based at the branch in Mount Maunganui.

As a Senior Surveyor, you will provide survey services, including quantity measurement, to support construction across multiple work sites. You will also help maintain geospatial data through verification, set-out, as-built surveys, and system integration. Responsibilities include accurate set-out of construction elements, record-keeping, topographical surveys, monitoring data, and ensuring efficient use of survey equipment and best practices while managing survey control points.

Come join the Higgins team:

Competitive salary + vehicle
Be part of a multi-skilled team where you can continue to grow and develop
Career development – opportunities to grow your career at Higgins and the wider Fletcher Building group of businesses
Join a supportive team that treat each other like Whānau
Access to educational funds for you and your children
Funding for school holiday programmes and tutoring for your children
Discounts across places such as Southern Cross, ANZ, Z energy, PlaceMakers, Mico and Samsung
Market-leading parental leave policy
Fletcher Building share scheme options

What you’ll bring to the role:

At least 5 years of relevant New Zealand surveying experience
Diploma in Surveying or equivalent industry qualification (Bachelor of Surveying preferred)
Expertise in Civil 3D, 12D and multiple CAD packages
Strong understanding of survey methodology, civil construction, and paving processes
Experience in CAD and BIM services, ensuring spatial accuracy for design and construction teams
Full NZ Driver’s License and proficiency in GNSS GPS, robotic total stations, and survey/design software
Advanced knowledge of geodesy, earthworks volume calculations, and UAV/drone usage (including Civil Aviation Authority regulations)
Effective time management, communication, and leadership skills
Commitment to continuous improvement and operational efficiency

Higgins is a leading roading and civil infrastructure company in New Zealand. We are on a dynamic growth path with people at the heart of what we do every day. We offer a great working environment, competitive hourly rate, subsidised medical insurance and subsidised education and training for you and your dependants.

Higgins is committed to a drug-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing along with a health check – you’ll need to be fit for work!

Building better roads for safer journeys – He pai ake te hanga o ngā rori, kia haumaru ai ngā haerenga

Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.