Surveying or Cartographic Technician

Occupation: 312116 - Surveying or Cartographic Technician

(Surveying Technologist)

Collects, records and evaluates survey data and prepares maps, charts and plans in support of Surveyors or Cartographers.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is the qualifications and experience (AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)). At least 3 years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks Include:

• assisting Construction Managers, Architects and Surveyors in planning and organisation
• interpreting plans, regulations and codes of practice
• preparing preliminary sketches, working drawings and specifications
• preparing, editing and revising plans, maps, charts and drawings
• coordinating works programs
• inspecting work and materials for compliance with specifications, regulations and standards
• calculating costs and estimating time scales
• collecting data using surveying instruments and photogrammetric equipment
• performing routine computations and plotting preliminary data

Specialisations:
Aerial Survey Technician
Engineering Survey Drafting Technician
Photogrammetrist
Topographic Drafting Officer