Business Details
Licensed Surveyors in South Australia | Surveyors Board SA
The Surveyors Board SA operates as the management committee of the Institution of Surveyors Australia, South Australia Division Incorporated. Established in 1882, we represent licensed and registered surveyors across the state, working in close collaboration with government bodies like the Office of the Surveyor-General and professional organisations such as the Geospatial Council of Australia. Our statutory responsibilities under the Survey Act 1992 include regulating the profession, overseeing training programs, and maintaining ethical standards. We investigate unauthorised surveying activities to protect public interests and ensure legal compliance.Our board comprises industry experts, legal professionals, and government representatives who meet monthly to advance surveying practices. We maintain comprehensive registers of licensed surveyors and handle public complaints through formal processes. Our work supports critical infrastructure projects while upholding cadastral integrity across South Australia. Through partnerships with Flinders University and other institutions, we promote career development in surveying. Our office in Adelaide serves as the central hub for all regulatory and educational initiatives.
Services
Property boundary surveys
Land subdivision
Cadastral surveying
Community title development
Engineering surveys
Mining surveying
Hydrographic surveys
Photogrammetric surveys
Highlights and features
- Statutory body established under the Survey Act 1992
- 8-member board includes industry experts and government representatives
- Maintains official register of licensed surveyors in SA
- Investigates unauthorised surveying activities
- Collaborates with Flinders University for professional development
Services
Property boundary surveys
Licensed surveyors establish legal property boundaries using advanced technology. Our services prevent boundary disputes during property transactions or developments. We ensure compliance with South Australian cadastral standards.
Cadastral surveying
Specialised boundary re-establishment and new parcel creation services. We maintain official cadastre records for land management. Our work supports property transactions and urban planning initiatives across South Australia.
Land subdivision
Expert guidance through the subdivision approval process. We ensure compliance with planning regulations and infrastructure requirements. Our services facilitate residential and commercial development projects.
Engineering surveys
Precision surveying for infrastructure projects like the Flinders Link and RAH Hospital. We provide spatial data for engineering works and urban development projects across South Australia.
Hydrographic surveys
Underwater terrain mapping services for coastal and riverine environments. Our surveys support environmental management and maritime infrastructure projects in South Australia.
People
Joy Oddy
Registrar
Joy Oddy manages surveyor registrations and public complaints as Registrar. With extensive experience in professional regulation, she ensures compliance with surveying standards and facilitates industry education initiatives.
Questions
Why use a licensed surveyor in South Australia?
Licensed surveyors ensure legal compliance for property boundaries. Their work prevents disputes during property transactions and developments, as required by South Australian law.
How do I verify a surveyor's license?
Contact our office to check surveyor credentials. We maintain official registers updated annually, ensuring you engage qualified professionals for cadastral work.
What services do surveyors provide?
Services include boundary surveys, land subdivision, engineering surveys, and hydrographic mapping. Surveyors work on major infrastructure projects and property developments across South Australia.
How to lodge a complaint about a surveyor?
Contact our Registrar with details of your concern. We provide formal complaint forms and guide you through our investigation process to resolve issues professionally.
What career opportunities exist in surveying?
Surveying offers diverse roles from fieldwork to office-based GIS analysis. Flinders University now offers dedicated surveying degrees for aspiring professionals in South Australia.
