About Aptella
Aptella empowers the Mining, Construction, and Geospatial industries with cutting-edge technology from global leaders. With a team of 380+ professionals across Australia, Southeast Asia, and New Zealand, we offer a dynamic, forward-thinking environment and outstanding career opportunities.
About the Role
Aptella is looking a Survey Manager to join their team in 2026. The Survey Manager plays a critical leadership role, overseeing the delivery of surveying services across multiple projects while ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with people leadership, project coordination, and stakeholder engagement to support successful project outcomes and the ongoing growth of the business.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage surveying operations across projects, ensuring high-quality, accurate, and compliant outputs
* Provide technical guidance and oversight to survey teams in both field and office environments
* Plan and allocate resources to meet project timelines, budgets, and client requirements
* Review and approve survey methodologies, calculations, and deliverables
* Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and construction teams
* Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, company safety systems, and site requirements
* Mentor, develop, and support the performance of survey staff
* Act as a key point of contact for clients on surveying-related matters
* Drive continuous improvement in survey processes, systems, and technology adoption
About You
You are an experienced surveying professional with a strong technical background and proven leadership capability. You thrive in a fast-paced, project-based environment and are confident managing people, priorities, and stakeholders.
You will bring:
* An Australian recognised tertiary qualification in Surveying or a related discipline
* Significant experience in land, construction, or engineering surveying
* Demonstrated experience leading or supervising survey teams
* Strong knowledge of surveying standards, methodologies, and relevant legislation
* High proficiency with modern survey equipment and software
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a strong commitment to safety and quality
* Results-driven with strong attention to detail
* Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused
* Confident leader with the ability to influence and mentor others
* Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
* Client-focused mindset
Exposure to large-scale civil or infrastructure projects and emerging survey technologies, will be highly regarded.
Why Join Aptella?
Our team works with the latest technology in a supportive, high-performing environment. We value diverse perspectives and offer competitive benefits including flexible work options, career development, generous parental leave, and more.
What You'll Get
* Access to discounted gym memberships to support your health, fitness, and overall wellbeing.
* Exclusive discounts across a wide range of popular retail stores, helping your money go further on everyday purchases.
* Discounted health insurance options, giving you added peace of mind and financial savings.
* Discounted gas and electricity, helping reduce your household utility costs.
* Charity leave days, giving you the opportunity to give back to the community while being supported by Aptella.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead a high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.