Strategic Plan
STRATEGIC PLAN 2020 – 2023
The Institution of Surveyors Victoria enjoys a rich heritage – while also keeping an eye on the future success of the profession.
Get to know the people who work behind the scenes to ensure that the Institution lives up to its aims, objectives and values. Click through to peruse the ISV’s board members and executive profiles, or to read over our constitution and ongoing strategic plan.
Anton has been working as a Surveyor/Licensed Surveyor in Victoria since 2001 when he graduated from RMIT University with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) in 2000.
Anton’s early career was focused on learning the profession of surveying where he worked with small scale surveying firms in Victoria which focused on cadastral surveying, construction and land development. Anton had a large range of experiences with working with professional title searchers, local government subdivision officers, architects and with small to midsize land developers in the inner Melbourne suburbs.
Anton also took some time out from Melbourne style surveying in 2005 and went to experience surveying overseas where he worked as a Construction Engineer/Survey Set-Out Engineer on the construction of Terminal 5 at Heathrow Airport, London, England. Anton also spent some time working with local government in West London where he worked as a Traffic Engineer / Surveyor.
Since moving back from overseas in 2007 Anton focused on gaining his Licence to practice as a Licensed Land Surveyor in Victoria. Anton was successful with his Professional Training Agreement and was registered as a Licensed Land Surveyor with Registration Number #1996 in 2014.
Anton spent time as one of the ISV two representatives on the ‘Surveying Taskforce’. The ‘Surveying Taskforce’ is focused on the industry of surveying with Anton’s particular focus on raising the profile of the surveying industry within the local community. As part of this role Anton helped Melbourne University with a tutoring role in Cadastral Surveying.
Since 2017, Anton has been employed by SMEC Australia, where he is working as a Licenced Surveyor. Anton is currently involved with the Survey Project Management of large green field subdivision projects (500-2000 lot subdivisions) and is working closely with local authorities in giving advice on land development projects.
Anton also has a keen interest in the future of surveying and how the industry can move along with current technology advancements such as ePlan, 3D-Scanning and Virtual Reality.
Outside of Anton’s passion for surveying he enjoys spending time with his lovely wife Acacia and is a keen sports fan with particular interest in American Sports.
Kellie is Principal Surveyor at Spiire and has over 15 years’ experience in the Victorian property industry. Having been involved in some of Victoria’s most iconic property developments, she’s gained a unique understanding of surveying related project delivery.
After completing a Bachelor of Geomatic Engineering and Bachelor of Science (Environmental), Kellie began her career in 2001 joining Reeds Consulting. In 2004, she became only the seventh woman in Victoria to receive her surveyor’s license and is a strong, vocal advocate for women in the industry.
Kellie joined Spiire in 2016 in a leadership role that includes project management and ultimate responsibility for delivery.
Kellie is passionate about enhancing the profile of the surveying profession, and has been a keen participant and contributor to the ISV and the wider surveying community since her early days in the profession. She has been an advocate for the surveying profession on behalf of the Surveying Task Force and has presented at career events and secondary schools. Kellie has also been a guest lecturer at RMIT and the University of Melbourne.
Kellie enjoys spending time with her family, playing netball, water sports and beach holidays.
Matthew works as a Licensed Surveyor for B.R. Smith Surveyors, a Surveying consultancy based in Ringwood East.
Matthew completed his Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) at RMIT in 2001 and obtained registration as a Licensed Surveyor in 2012.
Matthew is passionate about cadastral surveying and increasing the profile of the industry. He enjoys problem solving and finding links between old and new surveys and sharing this with the next generation of surveyors. Matthew was actively involved in the PTA working group committee for a number of years.
Matthew is a member of the Institution of Surveyors Victoria and joined the Board in 2013. Since that time he has held the positions of Secretary, Vice President, and Honorary Treasurer. He is the inaugural Chair of the Finance and Audit committee. Away from work, Matt enjoys his family life with his wife and three kids and can be found working on his house or camping in regional Victoria.
After obtaining his degree from the RMIT, Russell has worked around Victoria obtaining experience in Melbourne, the Western District around Warrnambool, and the states northern border, mallee and irrigation country between Echuca and Swan Hill, before moving to the states North East border area (Wodonga) where he has worked since 2007.
As well as being licensed in Victoria, Russell has experience and Registration in New South Wales, and has been involved with the determination of the State Border in that area.
Russell has never frowned from being on a committee, having been on several; and on weekends over winter can regularly be seen at his local football club helping out. He is a regular commuter to Melbourne where he catches up with family there.
Clint Joseph graduated from the University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Geoinformatics and Surveying (hons) in 2000, receiving the Institution of Surveyors, Australia Excellence in Surveying Award (student) for his final year research project. Whilst at university Clint was awarded the ISASA R.W. Paynter Prize and was a student representative for the surveying and affiliated courses.
Clint commenced his surveying career in Warrnambool and obtained his registration to became a Licensed Surveyor in 2006.
In December 2007, Clint remained in Warrnambool and founded Joseph Land Surveying Pty Ltd providing survey and land development consultancy within Warrnambool and South West Victoria. Clint provides ISV with experience obtained from being a director of a private consultancy that represents private clientele, local governments and service authorities. Clint has a broad knowledge of surveying, land development and law relating to surveying whilst also bringing with him excellent communication and consultancy skills with an enthusiasm for inclusion and education.
Clint has been an active member of the regional ISV Glenelg Grampians Group holding several committee positions and regularly attends to promote surveying within the Warrnambool and district secondary school career information nights.
Outside of work Clint enjoys spending time with his wife and their two very active young children travelling, attending sporting events, camping, swimming, fishing, surfing and keeping up with friends and family. Clint is an active member of his local community, regularly donating his time to local school events, charity appeals, sporting organisations and annual festivals. Clint is a volunteer Surf Life Saver at the Warrnambool Surf Life Saving Club, where he is a past board member and club chief instructor. Clint is still involved in training and assessment, is the water safety coordinator for the local junior (nipper) program and officiates at local and state carnivals.
Since graduating from the University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Geomatic Engineering in 2004, Jonathan has gained extensive experience in the fields of Cadastral & Civil Surveying. Throughout his career so far, he has been responsible for various challenging projects in the Gippsland area, surrounding high country, and projects around Melbourne. Jonathan obtained registration as a Licensed Surveyor in 2012.
Jonathan has operated his own small consultancy, Gippsland Licensed Surveyors, having taken over Christopher C. Morris & Associates in 2014, which has serviced West Gippsland since 1981.
Outside of work Jonathan enjoys quality family time with his wife and young son and daughter. He also enjoys sport, camping and fishing.’
Linda has been a Licensed Surveyor in Victoria since November 2003 after graduating from RMIT with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) in 2000.
She has worked in both urban and rural environments on a wide range of projects.
Linda has been a member of the Institution of Surveyors since 1997 and joined the Board as the representative for the North Central Regional Group in 2017.
Outside of work, Linda loves to spend time with her husband and three daughters.
James Canning is a Licensed Land Surveyor with four decades of experience in the business and profession of land surveying.
His current career with Melbourne-based company; KLM Spatial, has seen transitions from Survey Manager to Partner then Director and Senior Project Consultant.
James joined the Executive Board of Consulting Surveyors Victoria (CSV) in 2018 and has performed in governance, training and external liaison roles.
He regards the role of CSV President as an opportunity to ‘give back’ to his beloved surveying community in a meaningful way.
James has a passion for diverse perspectives, solid relationships and agile solutions to grow sustainable land surveying businesses across Victoria.
James is currently the President of Consulting Surveyors Victoria (CSV).
Tom is a Licensed Surveyor with 20 years of experience in the Land Development and Civil Infrastructure sectors. He has gained a broad range of experience in complex building and land subdivisions, engineering surveying and consulting on issues relating to land status and development. His leadership, experience and expertise provide invaluable assistance and service to project stakeholders and the community. As a Director at Reeds Consulting Pty Ltd, he establishes key business objectives, pursues new opportunities and manages the expectations of its clients. He provides leadership to his survey colleagues to meet those business objectives, deliver project outcomes, and engages in mentoring relationships to enable them to develop professionally.
Being a Past President and a Director of the Institution of Surveyors Victoria (ISV), is an appointment that allows him to influence the betterment of the surveying profession through leadership and championing change. Most importantly it allows him to serve the community by contributing to the continual delivery of improvement and confidence in the property boundary system which underpins Victoria’s cadastral based, land administration economy.
Jason is currently undertaking the Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) (Honours) at RMIT University.
As the 2021 President of the Geospatial Science Student Association (GSSA), Jason is heavily involved in the organisation and promotion of social, academic and professional events for surveying/geospatial students at RMIT.
Outside of his studies, Jason enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, camping and cycling.
Jason Hay is a Licensed Surveyor (VIC) and Registered Surveyor (NSW). Jason has over 25 years of experience in the land and building development sectors, he is well known within the metropolitan Melbourne and throughout the northern VIC and southern NSW region. Jason is client and project oriented which is reflected in the successful delivery of a number of large residential land developments, industrial developments, council and water authority infrastructure projects.
Jason has acquired a broad experience in many fields having completed extensive work in large-scale rural and urban cadastral surveying, construction / engineering surveys, residential land and building subdivisions.
Andrew has worked as a surveyor in urban land development since 2004, where his interest in Victoria’s land tenure system was sparked. His time has since been dedicated to furthering his knowledge of cadastral surveying and his enthusiasm has led to work on complex projects across Victoria.
In 2009 he returned to study and received a Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) with honors at RMIT University. Andrew also received the RMIT 3rd Field Survey Company (Australian Imperial Forces) Association Award.
In 2018 Andrew completed a Master’s degree in Business Administration at The University of Melbourne (Melbourne Business School).
In October 2021 Andrew was registered as a Licensed Surveyor.
Heath is in a fortunate position to have had experiences in both consultancy at Aurecon, a large multi-disciplinary organisation for 11 years followed by his current role of 7 years at Melbourne Water which is a statutory authority owned by the Victorian Government responsible for management and protection of Melbourne’s major water, sewerage and drainage resources on behalf of greater Melbourne.
While at Aurecon Heath completed a Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) from RMIT in 2006 and went on to obtain his Victorian Surveying License in 2012.
In Heath’s time at Aurecon Heath was responsible for delivering the spatial services for many large infrastructure projects including Citylink upgrade works, Eastlink (Ringwood Tunnel section) and Regional Rail Link (Southern Cross Station to Maribyrnong River) in addition to the delivery of the Melbourne Water survey portfolio of works. This portfolio included a combination of cadastral, engineering and GIS services.
In 2013 Heath joined Melbourne Water in a role which ensures that Melbourne Water is constantly challenging the way we deliver services to provide a great experience for both our internal and external customers.
Heath’s current role is that of Geospatial, Asset Data and Surveying Team Leader which includes the management of;
Heath is also responsible for introducing innovative technology into Melbourne Water, this has been showcased by introduction and management of Melbourne Water’s internal RPAS/UAV/Drone program, the application of Virtual Reality to support Melbourne Water’s Safety In Design process, which was the winner of a 2017 WorkSafe award and developing Melbourne Water’s Digital Engineering capability.
Baden is currently undertaking his first year of Master of Engineering (Spatial) at the University of Melbourne. He completed his undergraduate studies in Bachelor of Science (Spatial Systems) at the University of Melbourne.
In his role as the 2021 Education Officer of the Melbourne University Geomatics Society, Baden aims to provide educational experiences to both new and old students and promote surveying to the next generation of students.
Outside of his studies, Baden loves to experiment with both traditional and FPV UAV, as well as tinkering with cars and cycling.
Peter Sullivan is a licensed surveyor in Victoria. An active member of the surveying profession, Peter brings approximately 20 years’ experience as a director of various Victorian surveying firms, and over 30 as a member of the surveying profession in Victoria. During that time, Peter has represented the profession through the ISV on many industry related committees, including committees relating to the updating of legislation concerning the governance and regulation of surveying, and the subdivisional process.
Peter was the president of the ISV in 2004, has previously sat on committee for 13 years in two stints, has been the editor of Traverse since 2005, and is a Fellow of the ISV.
Peter became licensed in 1981 after completing a Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying) in 1979 at RMIT. He was a registered surveyor in NSW between 1990 and 1994.
Peter has extensive experience in the land development industry in Victoria. Peter has extensive knowledge of the subdivision of land and buildings, law relating to the creation and removal of easements and rights, adverse possession and amendment of titles.
Peter now is responsible for, and leads the Victorian survey group of Cardno, a large multi-national environmental consultancy.
Peter is also a member of ACSV and VEPLA, and is active in other company based development industry bodies.
Alan commenced his surveying career via National Service duty with the 2 Topo Survey Corps and as a casual chainman with the State Rivers and Water Supply Commission.
In 1956 Alan became articled to Mr. A L Windsor in Bonnie Doon and enjoyed various SR&WSC postings.
Marriage, to the beautiful Barbara, saw a move to Heyfield prior to obtaining his Certificate of Competency and becoming a Licensed Surveyor.
Alan has worked for, with and at:
The Dandenong Valley Authority, SR&WSC Melbourne, Kerang – Superintendent Surveyor NW Region, Melbourne – Superintendent Surveyor Southern Region,
In 1990 the Survey Corps ‘folded’ and Alan left the Survey Regiment after 30+ years involvement and mapping in the Northern Territory.
The SR&WSC Survey Division was disbanded 1994 and Alan went in to private practice with Doug McIntosh – a very competent former SEC surveyor.
Alan remains in private practice with Doug specialising in engineering, dam surveillance and cadastral work in (mostly northern) Vic and for Goulburn-Murray Water.
Alan’s non-survey life revolves around family, tuba playing with Oakleigh and Stonnington bands, Wagner and Gilbert & Sullivan.
STRATEGIC PLAN 2020 – 2023
The Institution of Surveyors Victoria Constitution
The Institution of Surveyors Victoria has members who live and practice in all areas across the State. To facilitate regional involvement of all its members, ISV has four regional groups: