At Alexander Symonds, we offer experiences that will excite and challenge. Our people choose to lean into problems, not away from them.
Continual improvement drives excellence at Alexander Symonds. Our people and processes are enhanced consistently through the tireless efforts of a diverse, experienced and professional team. With opportunities to work with our surveying team to our technical staff and team administrators – you’ll find an exciting and diverse career journey with Alexander Symonds. We are dedicated to fostering fresh talent in the surveying space and offer work experience and undergraduate career opportunities for those looking to start their careers.
We are passionate and dedicated to delivering great outcomes for our diverse portfolio of clients. This is reflected in our success as the number one choice for surveying consultancy in South Australia.
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YOUR CAREER JOURNEY
Our commitment to our people.
We recognise the important contribution that each of our team members make to our organisational culture. We’re committed to providing sustainable growth opportunities and fostering the career paths of our employees.
From graduates to long-standing staff, every member of the Alexander Symonds team is encouraged to engage in continuous learning and development. We value the expertise and knowledge that each member of our staff brings, and we challenge them to advance their skills and experience at every opportunity.
We have made a commitment to Learning and Development, allocating time and resources to develop our skills and knowledge and deliver the highest standards in services to our clients. Staff development is supported throughout the business with mentoring, coaching, on-the-job and formal training. As we grow, opportunities for career advancement arise and we are committed to supporting our employees in achieving their careers aspirations.
Hear from our team
Lesley started as a field assistant in 2014 whilst studying a Bachelor of Geospatial Science and then a Graduate Diploma in Surveying at UniSA. She has since moved into a role in drafting with the Major Civil Land Division team, a position that she thoroughly enjoys.
“I most enjoy seeing the many steps of a new subdivision project go from a vacant piece of land to a fully built street with houses. By having started my career in the field I have a strong appreciation for what happens on site.”
Lesley Waye
Cadastral and Infrastructure Surveyor & Drafter
Three years ago Bryce joined the team as a Field Assistant while studying a Bachelor of Geospatial Science at UniSA. In 2021, he transitioned into the role of Infrastructure Surveyor and now works predominantly on topographical and cadastral surveys. With the support of Alexander Symonds, Bryce has since received from UniSA a Graduate Diploma in Surveying and is working towards becoming a Licensed Surveyor with the Surveyors Board SA.
“In my role I have the opportunity to work in remote and challenging locations on a diverse range of projects. With the ongoing support and guidance offered by the Alexander Symonds team, I regularly apply the concepts I learnt at university in a practical sense.”
Bryce Penno
Graduate Surveyor
Dalene joined Alexander Symonds over 10 years ago as a temporary administrator. During her time here, Dalene has transitioned to become a Team Leader Development Services / Planning Coordinator. In 2021, she was recognised for continuously representing our core values with our peer-nominated PRIDE (Passion, Responsibility, Innovation, Determination, Excellence) award.
“I enjoy that every day is different. Building relationships with our clients and providing timely and attentive service while staying abreast of the constant changes in the Planning and Development system.”
Dalene Maasdorp
Team Leader Development Services / Planning Coordinator
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
We value our people and our community.
Our employees make a real impact on our clients’ success – so we’ve built an environment that equips our team to achieve in their role and be excited about their career with Alexander Symonds.
As a result of our exceptional team culture, we were proud to receive the Civil Contractors Federation (CCF) SA 2019 award for Employer of the Year.
We pair our professional development opportunities with attractive remuneration packages and a number of employee benefits, these include:
- Flexible working arrangements, including family support
- Supported licensing, training and development programs
- Access to the latest survey equipment and software
- Friendly and safe workplace culture
- Insurance and workplace cover
- Community volunteering opportunities
- Reward and recognition for your achievements
- Fresh fruit delivered to the office
- Wellbeing programs and much more
Flexible working options
At Alexander Symonds, we offer a range of flexible working options depending on the needs of the role. We recognise the importance of balance and offer options including remote work and modified working hours. For parents, working hours are flexible and family-friendly.
wellbeing and assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Alexander Symonds is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to provide confidential, short-term counselling and mentoring to assist employees and their immediate families.
Mental and physical wellbeing
We have a team of qualified Mental Health First Aid Officers, trained to provide initial support and assistance to their coworkers. We have officers appointed across the team to ensure mental health support is accessible to everyone.
Our employees also receive onsite vaccinations and skin checks.
Inclusivity and diversity
As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace and value the differences in our team members’ skills, experience and backgrounds for a culture of inclusion. We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that supports gender equality, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, cultural diversity and disability.
pAID uNDERGRADUATE Support
Bridging the gap between study and work.
Are you planning to study, or currently studying surveying at TAFE or University? Alexander Symonds supports a number of students with employment while they study. We offer on-the-job training, opportunities to develop skills across multiple surveying disciplines and mentoring from award-winning industry leaders. Discover your career pathway and experience work across a variety of projects out in the field and from our Adelaide office.
- On-the-job training and support
- Mentoring from industry leaders
- Access to the latest, cutting-edge technology
- Flexible hours to suit your study
- Remote work opportunities
work EXPERIENCE program
Discover your career passions.
At Alexander Symonds we foster a learning environment and are passionate about building the surveying industry leaders of the future. Our Work Experience Program provides you the opportunity to experience multiple disciplines, including Detail Survey, Construction Survey, 3D Spatial Surveying, Cadastral Survey, Land Development, Drafting, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS).
We’re committed to supporting your study journey, you’ll receive industry training in safety and mentoring from all levels of management. Alexander Symonds offers you the opportunity to grow personally and professionally; and we’ll help you find your career passions with job planning support.
our team
Our qualified team is committed to achieving our clients’ goals. With over 170 team members, we continually invest in our people and technology and we remain at the forefront of the surveying industry.
Together, our mission is to enable our clients to achieve their project goals through providing innovative survey solutions.
Our Recruitment Team:
Glenn Hastings
Learning and Development Manager
Our Values
At Alexander Symonds, we take great PRIDE in what we do – whether we’re subdividing property, undertaking a topographic survey, or getting involved with the community.
Passion
We are committed to providing the highest-quality service to our clients, the community and each other. No matter the size or scale of your project, we are driven to achieve the best solution for you.
Responsibility
We value and respect ourselves, our clients and our community, and take our role in your project seriously. We are honest, open and act with integrity on every project, big or small.
Innovation
At Alexander Symonds, we don’t fear change; we dare to be different and challenge the norm. We strive for continuous improvement and aspire to be original and creative in our thinking.
Determination
We exceed the expectations of our clients and community. Our team are determined to deliver professional, high quality work on every project.
Excellence
We embrace excellence and use our skills, energy and resources to make our work the best it can be. Our team are exceptional in everything they do.
CURRENT VACANCIES
Are you a SURVEYOR considering a Sea Change or Tree Change?!
All our regional areas are enjoying exciting growth and development. Combining the best of both worlds – career and lifestyle!
- Horsham
- Mt Gambier
- Whyalla
- Mildura
Alexander Symonds is a professional surveying consultancy with our head office based in Adelaide and a strong coverage across metro and regional areas of SA and Victoria with offices in Mt Gambier, Whyalla, Horsham and Mildura.
With 90 years of experience, we are proud to partner with private and government clients from various sectors including mining, energy, property, residential, commercial and civil construction. As a close-knit group, there’s a sense of team that’s rare to find.
Our regional offices are a key part of the success of the group. They enjoy outstanding client relationships and have built a wonderful reputation in their respective areas.
Due to growth, we’re now looking for qualified Surveyors in each of our regional offices. You may be a recent graduate looking to build your experience or a Surveyor with management and mentoring skills.
To learn more or to apply, send us a career enquiry.
- Various metro and regional projects
- Exciting stage of growth driving opportunity
- Strong culture and leadership support
With a number of upcoming large-scale projects we currently have excellent opportunities for surveyors of all levels.
We can offer you interesting and varied work. We specialise in all forms of surveying including land division, civil and structural construction surveys, high precision engineering and dimensional control surveys, topographic, contour and feature surveys, 3D laser scanning and UAV services.
There are a number of different working arrangements to consider including Adelaide-based metro work, short stints away (Monday to Friday) and ongoing projects in regional locations.
We have permanent regional-based roles if you’re interested too.
Regardless of the stage of your career, there may be a role to suit. We’d love to hear from:
- Graduate Surveyors
- Mid level and Senior /Project Surveyors
- Engineering Surveyors
- Licensed Surveyors.
- Surveyors interested in permanent regional opportunities.
Requirements include:
- Degree or Diploma of Surveying – or studying towards.
- Unrestricted Australian working rights
- A current driver’s licence
Of interest for our opportunities:
- Experience using Leica survey equipment
- Experience with AutoCAD and LisCAD
- Experience in the use of 12D field – desirable but not essential.
Your ability to engage staff and demonstrate exceptional team, communication and technical detail are of course also key to the fit.
To learn more or to apply, send us a career enquiry and your resume.
Alexander Symonds is looking for a dynamic and experienced GIS Manager to lead our talented GIS team. You will be responsible for their professional development as well as overseeing projects, optimising operational processes and educating the business on the exciting opportunities GIS can open.
This role is key in the diversification of our business, and you’ll work closely with colleagues to drive the integration of GIS with our other services. These include cadastral, engineering, and construction surveying, underground utility mapping, aerial capture and 3D laser scanning and modelling.
The role will expose you to diverse sectors like civil construction, commercial, mining, energy, and property and you will have the chance to work with peers to develop new, innovative GIS services and solutions for these markets.
We are looking for someone who can:
- Lead a team of GIS data analysts, fostering their professional growth and lifting their technical, project management and business acumen.
- Advocate for safety and quality outcomes, conduct performance reviews, and create career development plans.
- Be the first point of contact for providing technical advice and trouble-shooting support.
- Demonstrate knowledge of authoritative government and third-party data sources and how to effectively leverage these in projects.
- Bring a deep understanding of the ESRI software suite and a knowledge of data governance, management and analysis best practices.
- Manage the delivery of large &/or complex GIS projects in a timely and budget-conscious manner.
- Oversee smaller and medium projects being managed by team members by providing guidance, budget checks and quality assessments where needed.
- Develop and refine tools, systems, and processes to improve efficiency across technical GIS workflows.
- Assist with the preparation of quotations and contribute to tenders
- Educate the broader business on the value and capabilities of GIS (e.g lunch-&-learn sessions).
- Contribute to the creation of GIS-focussed resources (e.g. training modules and marketing materials) to increase GIS’s exposure.
- Maintain regular contact with internal peers/colleagues and external Clients to understand their existing and potential business needs.
You’ll bring:
Essential:
- Strong and empathetic leadership skills with a passion for mentoring and technical development.
- Hands-on experience with GIS software, particularly the ESRI suite.
- Excellent understanding of data governance, management and analysis best practices.
- Unrestricted Australian working rights
Desirable:
- Experience managing technical teams.
- Experience managing GIS projects and/or teams within a survey, engineering, or planning context.
- Familiarity with surveying fundamentals.
Why Join Us?
- You’ll enjoy a competitive remuneration structure that rewards your contributions.
- We prioritise balance and wellbeing and offer a range of employee benefits and a confidential EAP program. New initiatives continually ensure our teams feel supported and engaged.
- You can broaden your knowledge and shape your career through exposure to diverse opportunities across sectors and projects.
- You’ll be exposed to a range of skillsets in your team, colleagues and peers providing opportunities to learn and grow
- Your role can adapt as your skills and aspirations evolve.
Apply Now
If you are ready to lead a growing team, educate the business, inspire innovation, and make GIS a cornerstone of our success, we would like to hear from you!
For confidential enquiries, contact Sonia Sheppard on 8130 1666.
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