Senior Survey Advisor - NZ Wide! at Land Information New Zealand, Other

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Passionate about the integrity of the cadastral survey system?
• Keen to use your experience to help develop the survey system?
• Work/life balance within a culture of supported professional growth

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

We aim to set our staff up for success and long-term opportunities for professional development and enjoyable career pathways with us. To help you in this role, a strong understanding of the cadastral survey system and its records is essential along with solid analytical and reasoning skills.

We're passionate about using our expertise to solve problems and provide the best level of customer service possible to our peer group and our customers.

Toitū Te Whenua offers a stimulating work environment, engaged colleagues, and flexible work arrangements. We have a great culture and encourage personal development, and training

You will join a close-knit team in the Office of the Surveyor-General where you will:

• Contribute to the development of regulations, standards, and guidelines to ensure the quality, integrity, accessibility, and security of cadastral, geodetic, electoral, and addressing data & systems
• Undertake investigations of anomalies in cadastral surveys
• Provide expert cadastral advice within Toitū Te Whenua and to external surveyors
• Provide expert advice on the operation of the survey system
• Support the progression of the survey system to ensure it provides for the growing demands of the cadastre and those who rely on property information
• Support engagement with surveyors to enhance the quality of surveys and compliance with requirements

He pūkenga tou - Skills & Experience

• Hold a suitable tertiary qualification and a Cadastral Survey Licence.
• Interpretation of regulatory standards, guidelines, common law, and legislation.
• Providing expert advice in the conduct of surveys and to those seeking to understand the purpose and application of cadastral surveys to the various tenure uses.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills coupled with wide ranging practical experience in the conduct of surveys including the use of Landonline
• You will have excellent communication skills and a willingness to work collaboratively to build strong relationships within the team, across Toitū Te Whenua and with stakeholders. 

The salary range for this position is $95,846 - $129,674

Ngā mea e tukuna ana e tātau – What we offer our employees 

• Interesting work which impacts NZ
• Eye & ear care reimbursements
• Professional Development
• Annual Flu Vaccinations
• Reduced Health Insurance Premiums
• Diverse groups and networks

As an organisation Toitū Te Whenua embraces diversity, encourages work life balance and we have a flexible approach to the way we work which means you will quickly feel connected and valued.  Toitū Te Whenua is one of the most engaged organisations in the public sector and people always say what a great place Toitū Te Whenua is to work.

Te Tākinatanga - Our Story

At Toitū Te Whenua Land Information New Zealand, our key role is to ensure New Zealanders have accurate information about where people and places are, that people have confidence in their property rights and that Crown property is well managed for future generations.

From the best way to develop farmland, build a new suburb, manage a high-country farm or navigate on land or at sea, our work and location information help people make better decisions and create economic, social, environmental and cultural value for New Zealand.

Tono mai - How to Apply

To apply, please click “Apply Online.” You'll be taken through to our Toitū Te Whenua Careers Centre where you'll be able to review further information about the responsibilities and accountabilities of this role in the Position Description. You'll be able to complete your online application form and upload a copy of your CV/Cover Letter.

Applications close 5 April 2023. If you require further information, you should feel free to phone Jeff Needham, the Deputy Surveyor General, on 021 799 131 for a conversation about the position. This opportunity is open to those who can work from any of our following office locations. Wellington, Christchurch or Hamilton and we are opening this up to working from anywhere in NZ!

We may address suitable applications before the close date, so don't hesitate to apply.

For tracking and evaluation purposes, all applications must be submitted via our on-line process. You must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be eligible for this position. 

Toitū Te Whenua is currently undertaking a change programme, known as Organising Ourselves, which is focused on strengthening our connections, our agility, and the way we engage and work with our customers and partners.  Note that we will be making changes to our ways of working and how we think about and describe our roles as part of this programme.   

If you have any questions about this role or working at Toitū Te Whenua, please email opportunities@linz.govt.nz and our Recruitment Team will be in touch with you.