Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Professional Land Surveyors in Sydney
Established in 1969, Sydney Surveyors has built a reputation as a trusted provider of comprehensive land surveying services across New South Wales. Our team of registered professionals brings decades of combined experience in boundary definition, cadastral surveys, and engineering surveying, serving private clients, local governments, and major infrastructure projects. With a legacy rooted in precision and reliability, we specialise in delivering accurate data for subdivisions, building developments, and environmental assessments.Our quality assurance processes include rigorous control checks and compliance verification to ensure every project meets legal and technical standards. Backed by NSW Board of Surveyors accreditation, we utilise advanced technology to support urban planning, construction, and land management initiatives throughout Sydney and regional NSW.
Services
Boundary Surveys
Identification Surveys
Easement Plans
GIS Data Surveys
Building Surveys
Golf Course Surveys
Volume Surveys
Rural Surveys
Granny Flat Surveys
Subdivisions
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- Modern multi-purpose survey organisation with NSW-wide coverage
- Established in 1969 with decades of technical expertise
- Registered surveyors lead every project for legal compliance
- Quality assurance through control checks and title reviews
- Experienced team serving private and government clients
Associations and certifications
- Board of Surveying and Spatial Information (BOSSI)
Services
Boundary Surveys
Our boundary surveys precisely define property lines using advanced geospatial technology. This service ensures legal compliance for land subdivisions, construction projects, and property transactions. Clients receive certified documentation for council approvals and dispute resolution.
GIS Data Surveys
We create detailed geographic information systems (GIS) data for urban planning and infrastructure projects. This includes topographic mapping and spatial analysis to support development applications and environmental assessments across NSW.
Building Surveys
Our building surveys provide accurate set-out measurements for residential and commercial developments. Services include level verification and compliance checks to ensure structural elements meet council regulations and design specifications.
Subdivisions
We specialise in subdivision surveys for residential and commercial projects. Our process includes boundary redefinition, easement planning, and preparation of compliant documentation for council lodgement and title registration.
Volume Surveys
Using 3D laser scanning, we deliver precise volume calculations for mining, construction, and agricultural projects. This service supports inventory management and resource planning across NSW regional areas.
People
John K Wicks
Principal Partner
Registered surveyor with 50+ years' experience in boundary definition and engineering surveys. Specialises in complex subdivisions and floodplain mapping across NSW since establishing the practice in 1969.
Ian James Wicks
Senior Surveyor
Joined the practice in 1991, bringing expertise in cadastral surveys and construction set-out. Manages large-scale projects including airport runway extensions and major infrastructure developments across NSW.
Questions
What is land surveying and why is it necessary?
Land surveying defines property boundaries and elevations to prevent encroachments, support development approvals, and ensure compliance with council regulations for construction projects.
How do I choose a qualified surveyor in Sydney?
Select a registered surveyor with NSW experience, proven results, and written confirmation of scope and timelines. Verify their Board of Surveyors registration for legal compliance.
What services do Sydney Surveyors offer?
We provide boundary surveys, building surveys, GIS mapping, subdivisions, and volume surveys for residential, commercial, and government clients across NSW.
When do I need a surveyor for my property?
Engage a surveyor before design, approvals, or construction stages to confirm boundaries, levels, and title constraints that affect development plans.
What qualifications do your surveyors hold?
Our surveyors hold NSW Board registration, tertiary qualifications, and experience in cadastral, construction, and subdivision surveys across diverse land types.
Reviews (4)
Mel
Jan 15, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Fantastic friendly company that I have used over a dozen times. Their administration is quick and responsive, affordable pricing, decent turn around for drawing files, and production of neat and accurate drawings. Thanks for all your hard work SS
Fantastic friendly company that I have used over a dozen times. Their administration is quick and responsive, affordable pricing, decent turn around for drawing files, and production of neat and accurate drawings. Thanks for all your hard work SS
Anthony Su
Dec 22, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Professional, prompt and goes beyond the customer expectation. Recommended if you are after a reliable & professional surveyor. No hestitation in recommended the team at Sydney Surveyors.
Professional, prompt and goes beyond the customer expectation. Recommended if you are after a reliable & professional surveyor. No hestitation in recommended the team at Sydney Surveyors.
Jeremy Lawrance
Oct 07, 2019
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Sydney Surveyors were available within a reasonable time frame. They made an appointment and arrived on time. The completed survey was available within 7 days. Their service was prompt, polite, efficient and on time.
Sarah Chaney
Sep 08, 2018
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I wholeheartedly recommend the services of Sydney Surveyors to anyone who needs help subdividing their property. What couldve proven to be a rather complicated process was completed with consummate skill. My partner and I are very pleased with the final outcome.
