Survey Crew Chief

**What the position entails**:
Are you looking for the opportunity to share your survey expertise with a talented and passionate team? Does the opportunity to travel and work on projects outside in the field energize you? If you have been searching for a company that supports career development and has a proven, safety-first culture - you have come to the right place

If you’re at home in the great outdoors—where fresh air, soaring trees and occasional wildlife become a part of your work life—then our **Survey Crew Chief **position, located in **Weyburn, Saskatchewan** might be the perfect fit.

This position requires a quick and engaged learner, with proven success in adaptability, productivity and high physical capabilities. Ideally, you are organized and collaborative, with strong communication skills and an infectious positivity that motivated your team. You will have a strong handle on equipment and field tools, with a healthy respect for the outdoors and the timeline of the task at hand.

**What you will do**:

- Manage and perform field survey work with the support of Survey Assistants.
- Liaise with Project Managers to coordinate field survey work, review and manage project budgets, schedules, priorities, and survey methodology.
- Liaise with client field representatives and landowners and be a brand ambassador for GeoVerra.
- Prepare field notes, sketches, checklists, and digital data in required formats for different audiences.
- Provide guidance, training and mentorship to Survey Assistants.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of industry best practices, efficient field processes and procedures and the innovative use of new technology.
- Proactively participate in and support the GeoVerra safety program.
- Complete office technical survey tasks as required and other duties as assigned.

**What you will bring**:

- Diploma/Degree in a post-secondary program related to surveying and geomatics or an equivalent experience.
- Strong working knowledge of survey equipment and software such as GPS and Total Stations (Including Robotic).
- Experience of Trimble equipment and software, laser scanning and line locating considered an asset.
- Strong problem-solving skills in a field environment.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with the capacity to produce accurate and legible field notes.
- The ability to develop and motivate survey staff and work well in a team environment.
- An aptitude for delivering projects on time and budget.
- A valid driver’s license and can provide a clean driver’s abstract; and
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol screening as per the limits provided in the Canadian Model for Providing a Safe Workplace

**Job conditions**
- Out of town work (possible shift work) and frequent travel required.
- Ability to carry, lift and push 50lbs on a regular basis.
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

**What we offer**
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits coverage, vacation, wellness days, and RRSP matching contributions
- Tools and services to support your mental wellness
- Work-life balance
- Growth and advancement opportunities
- Paid professional dues
- Continuing education and professional development
- Use of leading-edge technology and equipment
- Diverse projects and a fast-paced working environment

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