Business Details
Licensed Surveyors in Adelaide, SA
Established in 1882, we serve as the statutory body responsible for regulating the surveying profession in South Australia. Our role involves collaborating with government authorities and industry stakeholders to ensure compliance with the Survey Act 1992. We oversee the training, licensing, and conduct of surveyors while maintaining standards through legislative frameworks. Our board comprises industry experts and government representatives who meet monthly to address regulatory matters. We provide public information about the importance of licensed surveyors, boundary disputes, and professional requirements.Our services support critical infrastructure projects and land management initiatives across the state. We maintain a register of licensed and registered surveyors to ensure transparency and accountability. Through mutual recognition schemes, we facilitate professional mobility while upholding local standards. Our continuous professional development policies ensure practitioners remain current with industry advancements. We actively engage with educational institutions to promote surveying as a career and support workforce development.
Services
Property boundary surveys
Land subdivision
Community title development
Engineering surveys
Mining surveys
Topographical mapping
Hydrographic surveys
Cadastral surveying
Highlights and features
- We are the statutory regulatory body established under the Survey Act 1992
- Our board includes government representatives and industry experts
- We maintain the official register of licensed surveyors in South Australia
- We enforce strict compliance with cadastral surveying standards
- We facilitate mutual recognition for interstate and international surveyors
Services
Property boundary surveys
Licensed surveyors establish precise property boundaries through legal documentation verification and physical measurement. This service ensures compliance with South Australian land laws and prevents future disputes. Essential for property transactions and development projects.
Cadastral surveying
Specialized boundary surveys create official land records for legal ownership documentation. Our surveyors follow strict legislative requirements to maintain accurate cadastral data. Critical for property subdivisions and urban planning initiatives.
Land subdivision
Professional surveying services for dividing land into developable lots. We ensure compliance with planning regulations and infrastructure requirements. Facilitates residential, commercial, and industrial development projects across South Australia.
Engineering surveys
Precise measurements for infrastructure projects including roads, buildings, and utilities. Our surveys guide construction processes and ensure dimensional accuracy. Used in major projects like the Flinders Link and RAH Hospital developments.
Hydrographic surveys
Underwater topographic mapping for coastal management and marine projects. Our surveyors use specialized equipment to measure water depths and seabed features. Supports environmental assessments and port development initiatives.
People
Joy Oddy
Registrar
Joy Oddy manages surveyor registrations and licensing compliance. With extensive experience in professional regulation, she ensures adherence to legislative requirements. Available for public inquiries about surveyor credentials and professional standards.
Questions
Why must I use a licensed surveyor in South Australia?
Only licensed surveyors can legally define property boundaries. Their work ensures legal certainty for property transactions and prevents costly disputes.
What services do surveyors provide?
Services include boundary surveys, land subdivision, engineering surveys, mining surveys, and hydrographic mapping. They support infrastructure projects and property developments.
What happens during a boundary dispute?
Licensed surveyors re-establish legal boundaries using historical records and physical evidence. Their findings help resolve disputes and prevent litigation.
Can interstate surveyors work in SA?
Yes, through Automatic Mutual Recognition. They must meet SA's professional indemnity and compliance requirements while maintaining home state registration.
