Surveyor Assistant Courses
A Surveyor Assistant aids surveying projects by setting up equipment, taking measurements, and following the supervising surveyor's directions.
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How do I become a Surveyor Assistant
Get qualified to work as a Surveyor Assistant with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
CPP30221
Duration
4 months - 6 months
Study mode
On Campus, Traineeship
Want to get started in surveying and spatial data collection? The CPP30221 Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Information Services is a great career entry point. This nationally recognised qualification prepares you for work on construction sites and teaches you how to collect basic surveying data, as well as produce simple maps and plans. You’ll also gain experience using application software packages and carrying out simple surveying and spatial computations. The course also covers: storing and re...
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Duration
4 months - 6 months
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On Campus, Traineeship
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CPP41721
Duration
6 months - 12 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
The CPP41721 Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information Services (Surveying) equips entry-level technicians to support surveying or spatial information teams in various industries, including town planning, civil construction, mining, and agriculture. The course covers essential skills in spatial information, surveying tools, and geospatial technologies, including total stations and GNSS, with a focus on data management. Graduates may pursue diverse career pathways within the surveying and mapping...
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Duration
6 months - 12 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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CPP41721
Duration
6 months - 12 months
Study mode
On Campus, Traineeship
Become a GIS Assistant with the CPP41721 - Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information Services. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to assist a surveying team who specialise in spacial information data. The course covers: collecting spacial data using GNSS, operating spacial software applications, performing simple surveying and spacial computations, producing basic survey plans, operating surveying equipment, producing CAD drawings, reading and interpreting maps, storing ...
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Duration
6 months - 12 months
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On Campus, Traineeship
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RII30920
Duration
12 weeks - 3 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
The RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction is a nationally recognised qualification for anyone wanting to get started in road, bridge, or tunnel construction. The course introduces you to a civil construction jobsite, teaching you the safety and environmental protocols expected of all civil construction workers. You’ll learn to read plans and jobs specs, use a range of hand and power tools, and perform accurate measurements and calculations. The qualification then allows you to specialise in any o...
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Duration
12 weeks - 3 years
Study mode
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
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How much does a Surveyor Assistant earn?
In Australia, a full time Surveyor Assistant generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Surveyor Assistant?
The number of people working as a Surveyor Assistant has dropped slightly in recent years. There are currently 1,300 people in this job role in Australia compared to 2,000 five years ago. Surveyor Assistants may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Surveyor Assistant?
To become a Surveyor Assistant, you could enrol in a Certificate II in Surveying and Spatial Information Services. This course covers topics including collecting basic surveying data, performing surveying computations and producing maps and plans. You could also consider a Certificate IV in Spatial Information Services. You’ll learn how to use a range of geospatial technologies, obtain and validate spatial data, design maps and set out site and building works.
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A Surveyor Assistant helps with surveying projects by setting up equipment and carrying out surveying tasks. Your duties will vary depending on the project, but you’ll follow the directions of a supervising surveyor. You may have to assemble equipment on location and set up surveying marks. You might also be involved with taking measurements or collecting samples.
Surveyor Assistants need to be flexible and able to work in a range of locations. You’ll spend a lot of time outdoors and may have to work in all sorts of weather conditions. Surveyor Assistants need excellent attention to detail and must be able to complete precise measurements.
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