Junior Surveyor- Christchurch
Love being outdoors and turning field data into something real? Join our Survey and Geospatial team in Christchurch and help deliver the infrastructure and land developments that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future. At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future – thinkers, solvers and collaborators working with our clients to make it happen.
What you’ll do
You’ll deliver high-quality surveys across infrastructure and land development projects throughout Canterbury and the wider South Island. Working alongside experienced surveyors, engineers and designers in a nationally connected geospatial team, you’ll build your technical capability across both fieldwork and data delivery.
Undertake topographical, construction set-out and as-built surveys across urban, rural and infrastructure environments
Complete field capture using modern GNSS, total station and other fit-for-purpose survey equipment and techniques, while upholding strong safety and quality standards on every site
Turn survey data into accurate plans, datasets and spatial deliverables that de-risk projects from design through delivery
Support local and national land development, transport, energy, industrial and rail projects from fieldwork through to final outputs
Collaborate with surveyors, engineers, designers, contractors and multidisciplinary teams across Aotearoa New Zealand, engaging confidently and professionally with site stakeholders
Contribute to improving data-processing, modelling and digital delivery workflows
What you’ll bring
A relevant New Zealand surveying or geospatial qualification, or equivalent practical experience in the survey field
Practical experience in surveying fieldwork and a sound understanding of survey principles, capture methods and data processing
Confidence using modern survey equipment such as GNSS and total stations, with an interest in developing your capability across survey software and digital workflows
A practical, safety-conscious approach and a love of working outdoors – fieldwork makes up around 60–80% of a typical week
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
Clear, friendly and professional written and verbal communication with contractors and project stakeholders
Initiative and a willingness to learn, equally comfortable working independently or as part of a close-knit team
A full New Zealand driver licence and the flexibility to travel to project sites across Canterbury and the South Island
The work you’ll be part of
You’ll support a strong pipeline of local and national land development, infrastructure, industrial and rail projects. Current and upcoming work includes Bellgrove Rangiora Land Development , Questral Retirement Village Land Developments, Petrochemical tank assessments, Fonterra seasonal projects, and KiwiRail bridge and culvert programmes.
How we support your growth
We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure.
You’ll learn from experienced surveyors and multidisciplinary specialists, with exposure to varied field environments, project types, modern survey equipment and digital delivery tools.
Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy that support you in and outside of work.
Grow your career – build your capability through Aurecon U learning, mentoring and development opportunities, structured career development plans and support towards chartership and professional accreditation.
Flexibility that works for you – flexible ways of working designed to help you balance your career with life outside of work.
Benefits that invest in your future – including a 4% employer KiwiSaver contribution.
Support for your health and wellbeing – including wellbeing resources, Fitness Passport, discounted health insurance and gender affirmation leave.
Find your people – connect with colleagues through employee networks, communities and interest groups that bring people together around shared…