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ANZSCO 232212Skill Level 1

Surveyor

Plans, directs and conducts survey work to determine, delineate, plan and precisely position tracts of land, natural and constructed features, coastlines, marine floors and underground works, and manages related information systems. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level

Level 1

Bachelor degree or higher

Assessing Authority

GCA

Geospatial Council of Australia

Eligible Visas

11

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Skilled Lists

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Overview

What this occupation involves according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Plans, directs and conducts survey work to determine, delineate, plan and precisely position tracts of land, natural and constructed features, coastlines, marine floors and underground works, and manages related information systems. Registration or licensing may be required.

Typical Tasks

Common duties performed in this role.

Determining the position of points of interest on the earth's surface including marine floors, and preparing the final product data in digital form
Supervising the preparation of plans, maps, charts and drawings, to give pictorial representations and managing spatial information systems
Undertaking research and development of surveying and photogrammetric measurement systems, cadastral systems and land information systems
Planning and designing land subdivision projects and negotiating details with local governments and other authorities
Advising Architects, Engineering Professionals, environmental and other scientists or other relevant professionals on the technical requirements of surveying, mapping, and spatial information systems
Compiling and evaluating data, interpreting codes of practice, and writing reports concerning survey measurement, land use and tenure
Preparing site plans and survey reports required for conveyancing and land ownership matters
Evaluating, compiling and maintaining spatial information using a range of digital and graphical source materials, including aerial photographs, satellite imagery, survey documents, existing maps and records, historical data, reports and statistics
Analysing and interpreting data to design maps, graphs, plans, drawings, and three-dimensional models using geographic information and related systems
Developing and trialling new applications for use in geographic information systems
Supervising and coordinating the work of Surveying or Spatial Science Technicians in the production and reproduction of geographic products

Education & Experience

Indicative requirements for skills assessment.

Qualification

Bachelor degree or higher

Work Experience

Relevant work experience that may substitute for formal qualifications.

Closely Related Field

A qualification in a closely related field may be accepted with additional experience.

Documents Checklist

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Assessing Authority

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Geospatial Council of Australia

GCA

Skills Assessment Requirements

What you need to get your skills assessed for this occupation.

The Institution of Surveyors NSW (ISNSW) is the authorised assessing authority for skills assessments of overseas applicants for the Surveyor occupation (ANZSCO 232212) for Australian skilled migration. The assessment evaluates overseas qualifications for equivalence to an Australian bachelor degree in Surveying and examines applicant experience.

Important note

All fees are in Australian dollars (AUD) and exclusive of GST; GST applies to applicants within Australia. A 1.73% surcharge applies to credit card transactions. Applications must be in PDF format. The assessment is based on equivalence of overseas qualifications to Australian bachelor degree and examination of applicant experience. This assessment is for immigration purposes only and does not guarantee employment. Further registration with Australian State or Territory Registration Boards may be required to practice as a surveyor in Australia. Contact: migration@surveyors.org.au

Eligibility Criteria

4 criteria
  • Applicants must hold the equivalent of an Australian bachelor degree in Surveying
  • Only for the Surveyor occupation (ANZSCO 232212)
  • Applicants in other surveying fields (Quantity Surveying, Valuation, General Practice Surveying, Building Surveying) must use other assessing bodies
  • Surveying and Cartographic Associate applicants should be directed to VETASSESS
  • Completed Application Form for Assessment of Professional Qualifications (in PDF format, not exceeding 20MB)
  • Employer Reference (using provided template)
  • Statutory Declaration
  • Education and training documentation for qualification assessment
  • Documentation of work experience and responsibilities
  • Hydrographic Surveyors without FIG/IHO/ICA IBSC-recognised Category A qualification must complete education mapping tool

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Alternative Titles & Specialisations

Other names and specialisations classified under this ANZSCO code.

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Specialisations

  • Cadastral Surveyor
  • Engineering Surveyor
  • Geodetic Surveyor
  • Hydrographic Surveyor
  • Mine Surveyor
  • Photogrammetric Surveyor
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