12d Designer/Modeller

12d Designer/Modeller at Sunrise Surveying Pty Ltd

Sunrise Surveying Pty Ltd, a leading land surveying firm on Australia’s East Coast, is experiencing rapid growth and seeks an experienced 12d Designer/Modeller/Data Technician to join our professional, close-knit team. We pride ourselves on our reputation, quality of delivery, and dedicated team, having grown to over 40 members in just a few years. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from women and First Nations Peoples.

This full-time, onsite position is located in Brisbane, QLD, with a salary range of $100,000 – $150,000 per year.

About the Role

This role supports a range of civil infrastructure projects across road, rail, urban development, and utilities. It is suited for a detail-oriented modeller who thrives on collaborating with engineers, surveyors, and project teams to produce accurate, high-quality design models.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage 12d models/datasets for civil infrastructure projects.
• Create and update alignments, surfaces, corridors, and earthworks models using dynamic inhouse-developed systems.
• Produce design models suitable for quantity analysis/verification, construction phasing, set-out, and machine control.
• Coordinate with survey, engineering, and construction teams to ensure model accuracy.
• Review and interpret design drawings and specifications, communicating any issues effectively.
• Maintain model standards, naming conventions, and version control through inhouse systems.
• Assist with quantities, clash detection, and design optimisation where required.

About You

• Proven experience using 12d Model, with specific experience in MTFs, Super-Alignment Creator/Editor, and plotting (standard and multi-sheet). 12d Synergy experience is desirable.
• A strong understanding of civil design and construction workflows.
• Experience on road, rail, subdivision, or major infrastructure projects.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and survey data.
• High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a self-guided/agile learner.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work within a team environment.
• Background or interest in software development, coding, or task automation is desirable but not essential.
• Experience with machine control systems (Topcon, Trimble, etc.) is desirable but not essential.
• Knowledge of Australian design standards and specifications is desirable but not essential.
• A surveying or civil engineering background is desirable but not essential.
• Full Australian working rights are required; no sponsorship will be offered.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary or contract rates.
• Long-term project pipeline and job security.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression to a data manager.
• Flexible working arrangements where possible.
• The opportunity to work with one of Queensland’s most innovative and advanced 12d teams.

To apply, please submit your application as per the instructions in the original listing.