Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Surveyors in Northern Tasmania
Established in 2004, we are a medium-sized Tasmanian private surveying consultancy dedicated to delivering precise and reliable services across Northern Tasmania. Our team comprises 12 professionals, including two Registered Land Surveyors with over 35 years of combined industry experience, supported by graduate surveyors, consultants, technicians, and administrative staff. We specialise in subdivisions, strata title surveys, engineering surveys, and development applications, utilising cutting-edge GPS and Total Station technology alongside advanced software for data processing and plan presentation.Our commitment to quality assurance and occupational health and safety ensures every project meets rigorous standards. With a proven track record in large-scale developments like the Ulverstone Bypass and residential subdivisions, we prioritise client collaboration and technical excellence. Headquartered in Devonport, we serve key regional centres including Launceston, Wynyard, and Smithton. Our focus remains on leveraging decades of expertise to address complex surveying challenges with innovative solutions tailored to client needs.
Services
Subdivisions
Strata Title Surveys
Feature & Level Surveys
Engineering Surveys
Development Applications
Rezoning Applications
RTK GPS Surveys
Dam Investigation Surveys
Boundary Identification
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of combined surveying expertise from our registered professionals.
- Our team utilises the latest GPS and Total Station Measurement Technology.
- We prioritise quality assurance and occupational health and safety compliance.
- Our track record includes major projects like the Ulverstone Bypass and 159-lot residential subdivisions.
- We provide tailored solutions for subdivisions, strata titles, and development applications.
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Services
Subdivisions
We design and execute residential and commercial subdivisions, including layout planning and project management. Our team has completed projects ranging from 159-lot developments to smaller residential blocks. Using advanced surveying technology, we ensure compliance with local regulations and deliver precise boundary definitions for seamless approvals.
Strata Title Surveys
Our strata title surveys define legal boundaries for multi-unit developments like apartments and commercial complexes. We prepare detailed plans for registration, ensuring compliance with Tasmanian land titles legislation. Clients benefit from our expertise in resolving boundary disputes and facilitating property transactions with accurate documentation.
Engineering Surveys
We provide survey support for infrastructure projects including roads, bridges, and utilities. Our work on the Ulverstone Bypass and Sisters Hills Highway Upgrade demonstrates our capability in large-scale engineering projects. Using RTK GPS and total stations, we deliver precise measurements for grading, alignment, and as-built documentation.
Development Applications
We prepare comprehensive development applications for local and state government approvals. Our team understands zoning regulations and submission requirements, ensuring efficient processing. Services include site analysis, impact assessments, and coordination with planners to secure approvals for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
RTK GPS Surveys
Our RTK GPS technology enables real-time, high-accuracy positioning for large-area surveys. This method reduces field time while maintaining precision for topographic mapping and construction staking. Clients benefit from faster data collection and integration with digital design tools for infrastructure and land development projects.
People
Paul Hodgetts
Principal Partner/Registered Land Surveyor
With over 35 years' experience, Paul has led surveying projects since 2004. He previously worked with Campbell, Smith, Phelps & Pedley and Launceston City Council, bringing extensive expertise in cadastral and civil surveying to client projects.
John Turnbull
Partner/Draftsman
John has been a partner since 2004 and served as a draftsman for eight years prior. He manages office operations and applies his technical drafting skills to produce detailed survey plans using the latest software tools.
Chris Auty
Consultant Engineering Surveyor
Chris offers 40 years of experience in cadastral and civil surveying. As a founding partner, he specialises in engineering surveys for infrastructure projects, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with industry standards across diverse construction environments.
Ken Michell
Consultant Surveyor
Ken founded the consultancy and remains a key advisor. His career spans decades of surveying practice in Tasmania, mentoring younger professionals and maintaining high standards in land measurement and boundary determination.
Michael Bushnell
Graduate Surveyor
Michael joined in 2016 after completing his Bachelor of Surveying at the University of Tasmania. He is training under Paul Hodgetts to become a registered surveyor, applying modern spatial science techniques to support field and office operations.
Questions
What surveying services do you offer?
We provide subdivisions, strata titles, engineering surveys, RTK GPS surveys, and development applications. Our expertise covers residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects across Northern Tasmania.
Which areas do you service?
We operate throughout Northern Tasmania, including Devonport, Launceston, Wynyard, and Smithton, with head office support for regional project coordination.
How experienced is your team?
Our registered surveyors have over 35 years' combined experience. The 12-member team includes graduates, consultants, and technicians trained in modern surveying technology and safety protocols.
Can you handle large-scale projects?
Yes, we've completed major works like the Ulverstone Bypass and 159-lot residential subdivisions, demonstrating our capability in complex, high-value developments.