Land Surveyor or Survey Technician

Survey and Spatial New Zealand is hiring a Land Surveyor or Survey Technician for their Queenstown office. The role involves delivering surveying services on land development projects, collaborating with surveyors and engineers, and offers opportunities for professional development. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and are preferred to be residing there. Relocation assistance and temporary accommodation are provided for those moving to Queenstown.
Join our Queenstown team and progress your surveying career while working on high-quality land and site development projects in one of New Zealand’s most distinctive regions.

Eliot Sinclair is a multidisciplinary consultancy with offices across the South Island, including Christchurch, Rangiora, Queenstown, Wānaka, Hokitika and Nelson. Originally a family-run business, we continue to operate with strong core values and a practical, people-first approach. Our teams are known for collaboration, technical capability, and a supportive working environment.

The Opportunity

Our Queenstown office is seeking a Land Surveyor or Survey Technician to join the team. This role offers exposure to a broad range of projects and the opportunity to take ownership of your work from start to finish, with flexibility to shape the role around your skills and level of experience.

You will work closely with an experienced Licensed Cadastral Surveyor and Branch Manager and be supported by the wider Eliot Sinclair surveying network across the South Island. This position is suitable for graduate surveyors, technicians, or more experienced practitioners looking to continue developing their capability in a well-supported environment.

For candidates relocating to Queenstown, we can provide temporary accommodation in our company apartment above the office to support your transition while you secure longer-term housing.

The Role



Deliver surveying services across land development and infrastructure projectsUndertake topographical, setting out, UAV, cadastral, hydrographic and 3D laser scanning surveysWork collaboratively with surveyors, planners and engineers across our South Island officesManage projects appropriate to your experience, with technical support and reviewParticipate in mentoring and professional development, including licensing support where applicable

What We’re Looking For

A background in surveying or survey support, at any stage of your careerSound communication skills and professional judgementA practical, considered approach to problem-solvingExperience with 12d Model is an advantage, with training availableYou must be currently living in New Zealand and legally entitled to work here

What’s On Offer

Competitive salary aligned to experienceHealth insurance after 3 months of employmentLife, trauma and income protection insurance after 6 monthsOptional 9-day fortnightProfessional development, mentoring and licensing supportRelocation assistance and temporary accommodation if moving to QueenstownA professional, supportive team with a balanced approach to work

To apply, click below or contact our HR team on 03 379 4014 or hr@eliotsinclair.co.nz for a confidential discussion.

At Eliot Sinclair, you will be part of a capable, down-to-earth team delivering work that matters across the South Island.

Closing Date: 26 Apr 2026

Region: Queenstown

Type: Full Time

Category: Surveyor

Experience Required: A background in surveying or survey support, at any stage of your career

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