Cadet Engineering Surveyor

Position No: 093/2026
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

• Full-time | Temporary Contract – Four (4) year term
• Level One (age based) | *Salary: $38,515 - $60,868, plus superannuation
• Vacancy 093/2026

The opportunity

We’re looking for innovative and future-focused cadets who value teamwork and are committed to learning the trade of surveying.  While working at the City of Mandurah, you will develop technical skills in design, surveying and construction engineering through on-the-job training.

The cadetship is a full-time fixed-term contract for a period of four years.  You will study part-time at TAFE (currently North Metropolitan TAFE Perth Campus) to obtain a Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information Services (Surveying) and a Diploma of Surveying.

What you’ll do:

• Develop skills and knowledge required to undertake surveying and engineering duties
• Assist surveyors in general surveying duties
• Use CAD Software to produce drawings
• Use survey equipment such as GPS’s, Total Stations and Level’s
• Collect, record and validate detailed survey information
• Learn surveying and measurement skills
• General drafting duties, manual or computer aided

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Successful completion of Year 12 or ATAR (with passes in Mathematics (Calculus), English, Physics and Chemistry) and/or Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Information Services
• Current C class national drivers’ licence
• Current Recreational Skippers Ticket (RST)
• Computer literate
• High level of written and oral communication skills with people at all levels
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Organised with the ability to meet required deadlines
• Keen interest in developing skills, knowledge and experience in the delivery of surveying services
• Interest and commitment to undertake a qualification in surveying
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively within a team environment
• Ability to follow instructions

The benefit of the cadetship is:

• Earn a wage while you learn
• Take the first steps in forming your career
• Obtain on-the-job training, support and essential work experience
• Complete a nationally recognised qualification

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

How to apply

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great! To apply please submit your resume and a cover letter briefly addressing why you would be the perfect candidate for the cadetship by visiting our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au . Further information can be obtained by calling Peter Baskovic, Coordinator Surveying Services on (08) 9550 3***.

Closing date

Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Our commitment

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style. If you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.

Additional information

• As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to participate in a full pre-employment medical that includes drug and alcohol testing.
• *The salary for this role commences at the age-related step, with potential for movement within the range based on demonstrated skills and experience. Incremental progression typically occurs at the conclusion of each 12-month period, in accordance with the Industrial Agreement.
• To support transparency and integrity, all employees of the City of Mandurah are required to declare any secondary employment to help us manage potential conflicts of interest appropriately.
• To read more about Working at the City of Mandurah please visit our Careers and Employment

Casey Mihovilovich
Chief Executive Officer

Attachments:
- Cadet Engineering Surveyor - Position Description.pdf