Careers

Fast career growth.
Collaborative, inclusive team.
Adventure on your doorstep.

If you’re ready for a new challenge, enjoy variety and want to work somewhere that genuinely values people, this could be your next step.

We’re looking for a Land Surveyor (or experienced Survey Technician) to join our high-trust, high-performing team in Timaru. With affordable living, short commutes and adventure on your doorstep, you can build a rewarding and enjoyable career. Here, you’ll work on large, complex and high-profile projects – the kind of variety that grows your expertise.

2026 start available.

About the role

This is a growth-focused role for a Land Surveyor passionate about cadastral surveying and land development. You’ll work across a broad range of projects including residential, rural, commercial, large-scale infrastructure and land development.

No two days are the same. You’ll travel throughout the beautiful Aoraki region, work alongside great people and be supported to grow professionally – whether that’s progressing toward licensing, technical mastery, or developing leadership capability.

About you

You’ll bring strong technical and problem-solving skills, along with clear and confident communication. You’re someone who can work independently when needed, while also contributing positively within a collaborative team. You enjoy variety, adapt easily to changing environments and feel at home working outdoors. Most importantly, you will turn up with the right attitude to make a positive difference and have a genuine willingness to learn and grow professionally.

The ideal applicant would possess the following skills

• 4+ years’ post-graduate experience in land surveying
• Bachelor of Surveying or equivalent tertiary qualification
• Proficiency with GPS/GNSS, Robotic Total Stations, and 12d Model or AutoDesk Civil 3D
• Knowledge of Leica equipment (advantageous)
• Demonstrated project management and client liaison skills
• Current full driver’s licence
• A positive, proactive approach and sense of humour

Why DO is a great place for you to work…

Our people are key to the success of our business. We are highly skilled, technical experts who are passionate about what we do. We are a friendly, supportive, diverse and inclusive team with high priority on creating a positive work environment.

Our Timaru office is led by approachable, hands-on leaders who back their people. You’ll join a collaborative team where you get real variety, real responsibility and real support – no pigeonholes, just great projects and good people. Outside work, you’ll enjoy ten-minute commutes, affordable living, great eateries and sea-to-snow adventure.

In addition to working with a team of great people, you can also expect the following benefits:

• competitive remuneration package aligned with your experience
• genuine career development – mentoring, cross-functional work, team training days and memberships covered
• diverse project exposure across residential, rural/high country, commercial and infrastructure
• a vibrant, inclusive team culture built on trust, humour and collaboration
• personalised perks – from ski days, family flexibility to learning opportunities
• community impact – join a Carbon Zero-certified company that gives back and makes a difference.

Ready to take the next step?

Apply with your CV and cover letter or reach out for a confidential chat to Tracey at tracey@do.nz