Party Chief Surveyor - Fly-In / Fly-Out

Position: Party Chief Land Surveyor

Rotation: 14/7 rotation

Fly in/out: FROM Calgary or Edmonton TO Fort McMurray

Company Overview:

Challenger Geomatics Ltd is an employee-owned land surveying firm with a strong track record for recognizing and retaining talent and providing quality innovative solutions to our clients. Our team of talented professionals uses the latest technology to deliver land surveying, mapping and remote sensing services. We work hard to understand the needs of our clients and deliver exceptional service to support the successful delivery of their projects. We offer our employees competitive compensation along with health and dental benefits, RRSP matching, work-life balance initiatives, and much more. Join our team today!

Position Overview:

Challenger Geomatics has an opening for a Survey Party Chief on a fly in/out from Calgary or Edmonton to Fort McMurray on a 14 day-on and 7 day-off rotation.

Challenger has ongoing projects across Alberta, offering you the opportunity to gain experience on a variety of project types while advancing your career through our comprehensive training and development programs.

General Responsibilities:

• Completes field surveys and works closely with the Project Manager to ensure all client objectives are met.


• Provides necessary documentation to office staff including any field notes, computations, and other survey data.


• Communicates effectively with team members and ensures tasks are completed on time.


• Performs all health and safety duties as identified in the company’s safety procedures.


• Skilled with the use of survey equipment (GPS/GNSS Rovers, Total Stations, Locators, etc.) and ensures all company equipment and vehicles are properly operated and maintained.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Geomatics or related discipline as well as previous survey experience.


• Must be flexible and willing to work out of town.


• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean driver’s abstract


• Physical fitness - party chief's work outside in tough conditions, often carrying equipment long distances.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in the energy sector or construction.


• Advanced Pilot (an asset)


• Line Locating experience


• 3D Scanner experience (an asset)


• Valid Safety Certificates (i.e. H2S, First Aid, CSTS, Wildlife Awareness)