* Are you a cadastral surveyor, surveying professional, or working in the surveying field looking to study a survey qualification?
* Do you value genuine work-life balance and flexible working arrangements?
* Would assistance towards studying or professional development appeal to you?
* Are you looking for a role where your skills can grow, be recognised, and make an impact?
If you answered ‘Yes’ to these questions, then this is an opportunity worth exploring with the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development!
We have multiple permanent full time opportunities at Mackay (PO3, PO2, OO5) | Mackay or Rockhampton (PO4) for your career development.
About The Role
We are seeking a talented, motivated and passionate Surveying Professionals who want to make difference.
You will undertake a variety of tasks and activities, working independently or within a team environment, including conducting field surveys and investigations on behalf of the department and providing advice on surveying matters.
The work you do underpins the integrity of the State’s cadastre, including undertaking surveys for Indigenous and State Land actions and priority projects, contributing to the State’s geodetic infrastructure and supporting the integration of spatial data.
All positions are permanent full or part-time and provide flexible working arrangements, work-life balance and professional development opportunities. Roles are available in Mackay and Rockhampton.
A full list of duties, locations, and levels can be found on SmartJobs.
Successful applicants will need to have as a minimum:
For PO4 Senior Surveyor
* A degree (minimum) in Surveying, Spatial Sciences or a related discipline is required.
* Registered as a Cadastral Surveyor with the Surveyors Board of Queensland (or the ability to become registered as a Cadastral Surveyor in Queensland via the Surveyors Board of Queensland) is mandatory.
For PO3 Surveyor and PO2 Graduate Surveyor
* A degree (minimum) in Surveying, Spatial Sciences or a related discipline is required.
* Registered with the Surveyors Board of Queensland (or the ability to become registered in Queensland via the Surveyors Board of Queensland) is mandatory.
For OO5 Survey Technical Officer
* A Certificate IV or Diploma in Surveying or currently studying a surveying qualification would be well regarded.
What we offer
* Competitive Salary - A competitive salary, annual leave loading payment and salary sacrifice options.
* Leave Entitlements - Generous leave provisions, including up to four weeks paid recreation leave (5 for Mackay), long-service leave, two weeks sick leave, 14 weeks parental leave and a variety of discretionary and non-discretionary special leave.
* Professional Development - A wide range of learning and professional development opportunities for your career development.
* Flexible Work Practices – A 36.25 hour working week and flexible work arrangements including accrued time, flexible start and finish times, compressed hours, and work-from-home opportunities (Genuine Work-Life balance).
* Inclusive & Respectful Culture - A supportive, inclusive, and respectful departmental culture where you feel included, empowered, and inspired.
* Benefits - Discounted fitness membership programs, free employee assistance program, and other health and wellbeing initiatives.
Our People and Culture
We are committed to being a workplace that focusses on people. This is about building resilience, encouraging innovation and understanding that learning is a journey that never ends.
We promote a safe, inclusive and respectful place to work where all staff feel valued. We are a mobile, flexible and agile workforce. We live by our guiding principles – proactive, courageous, pragmatic, collaborative, resilient and respectful – underpinned by the Queensland public service values.
Inclusion and diversity
We encourage people from diverse backgrounds including and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability and women, to apply for roles with our department.
Anyone requiring reasonable adjustment, seeking guidance or support with their application, should contact the Role Contact.
About the Department
The Department of Natural Resources, Mines, Manufacturing, and Regional Development is a catalyst for stronger regions, economies and partnerships.
Partnerships with our customers and stakeholders are important to us. We will work to deliver policies, programs and services that support industry while reflecting the needs of communities across Queensland.
We will make it easier and attractive to grow business across our land, mineral and energy resources, and manufacturing sectors by improving assessment transparency and efficiencies, delivering investment attraction, and partnering with industries, stakeholders and customers.
We foster resilient and thriving regional communities by driving economic diversification across both emerging and established industries. Through tailored initiatives and services, we will connect Queenslanders with opportunities that empower growth and innovation. We will ensure that our investment strategies are designed to strengthen Queensland’s long‑term prosperity and deliver lasting benefits.
How to apply:
Follow the link to SmartJobs for full details. Applications close on 28 February 2026.
* Graduate Surveyor - PO2- QLD/674314/25
* Surveyor - PO3- QLD/674324/25
* Senior Surveyor- PO4- QLD/674342/25
* Surveying Technical Officer - OO5 - QLD/674380/25
What are you waiting for? Applying now!
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