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Surveying or Spatial Science Technician

OSCA 312135·ANZSCO 312116

Employed

720

Part-time share

22.3%

Female share

19.2%

Median age

40 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Surveying or Spatial Science Technician is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate II in Surveying and Spatial Information Services, Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information Services, Diploma of Spatial Information Services, and Diploma of Surveying.

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About this career

Collects and records survey data using surveying instruments such as total stations, GPS equipment, levels and laser scanners. Analyses survey data to develop plans and reports in support of Surveyors.

What they typically do

  • Prepares sketches used to place physical markers on land to define the accurate position of features such as existing property boundaries, proposed building layouts, utilities and road margins on building, construction and mine sites
  • Processes data and makes calculations recorded from fieldwork and surveys to prepare detail and feature plans, maps and technical reports
  • Maintains and calibrates surveying equipment to ensure accuracy
  • Analyses, interprets and manipulates survey data to create 2D and 3D models using CAD and BIM to support Architects and Civil Engineering Professionals

Where they work

Professional, Scientific and Technical Services

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
35.1%
QLD
21%
VIC
19.5%
WA
11%
SA
7%
ACT
3.8%
TAS
2.3%
NT
1.2%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Surveying or Spatial Science Technician.

  • Certificate II in Surveying and Spatial Information Services

    CPP20126 · AQF 2 · 3 providers

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  • Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information Services

    CPP41721 · AQF 4 · 10 providers

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  • Diploma of Spatial Information Services

    CPP50221 · AQF 5 · 3 providers

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  • Diploma of Surveying

    CPP50121 · AQF 5 · 9 providers

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  • Advanced Diploma of Surveying

    CPP60121 · AQF 6 · 6 providers

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  • Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Information Services

    CPP30226 · AQF 3 · 5 providers

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