Melbourne University Geomatics Society - MUGS

14/04/2026

Thank you all who came along to the ISV x GSSA x MUGS Surveying and Geospatial Networking Night! 🎉

A massive shoutout to our amazing speakers - Lavannya Sivaguranathan (Acciona), Eamonn Pinnuck (Agnico Eagle) and Simon Georges (Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action)- for sharing their stories, career advice, and industry insights with all of us. Thank you for taking the time to support and uplift the next generation of geospatial and surveying professionals.

We hope you left feeling inspired (and full of pizza).

(Repost due to photo error)

12/04/2026

A reminder that our ISV x GSSA x MUGS, Surveying and Geospatial Networking Night is happening this Monday, 13th April from 6:00pm – 8:30pm at ISV Rooftop, 370 St Kilda Road, Melbourne VIC 3004!

🎟️ It’s not too late to register (Link in bio):
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/gssa-x-isv-x-mugs-surveying-and-geospatial-networking-night-tickets-1985704973028

Enjoy free pizza, drinks, and hear from Lavannya Sivaguranathan from Acciona, Eamonn Pinnuck from Agnico Eagle and Simon Georges from the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action sharing insights from across the surveying and Geospatial industry.

01/04/2026

The ISV Young Surveyors is partnering up with Geospatial Science Student Assocation (GSSA) and Melbourne University Geomatics Society (MUGS) for a Industry Networking Night!

Come share a slice of pizza and a beverage with other Young Surveyors and Geospatial people for Young Professionals, PTA candidates, and graduates. Network with peers, discuss projects, problem solve or just kick back and enjoy the view from St Kilda Road Rooftop venue!

📅 Date: Monday, 13 April | 🕔 6pm-8:30pm
📍 Location: ISV Rooftop, St Kilda Road, Melbourne
(370 St Kilda Road, Melbourne 3004)
🎫 Tickets: FREE
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/gssa-x-isv-x-mugs-surveying-and-geospatial-networking-night-tickets-1985704973028?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawQunFRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAEwAAEeBrvK5xpkKBWu7vzMyAdNUXTZMb2VwN3_18xZspVTf8OcSXJ2B_MNIixzfzc_aem_bFnomjI85xfpyOoaTcdfJg

Hope to see you there!

11/03/2026

🚧✨ INN 2026 is coming! ✨🚧

The Melbourne University Civil & Structural Society (MUCSS), Environmental Engineers Society (MUEES), and Geomatics Society (MUGS) are coming together to deliver the 2026 Infrastructure Networking Night, our biggest collaborative industry event of the year.

This is your chance to meet professionals across civil, structural, transport, water, geotechnical, spatial and environmental engineering in one room. Whether you are searching for internships, graduate roles, or just figuring out your pathway, INN is the perfect setting to start real conversations and build connections that matter.

Expect valuable insights, genuine networking opportunities, and a room full of students and industry representatives who are just as keen to connect as you are.

SAVE THE DATE:
🗓️ Friday 27th March (Week 4)
⏰ 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
📍 The Forum, Melbourne Connect

🎟️ Early Bird tickets via the link below
Members $10
Non members $15

Bring your questions, bring your friends, and make the most of one of the key infrastructure events on campus in 2026.

https://events.humanitix.com/infrastructure-networking-night-2026

18/02/2026

The Surveying Task Force, together with the Institution of Surveyors Victoria (ISV) invite you to join us as we host this years International Women’s Day Breakfast on Friday 6 March 2026, celebrating women in surveying and our industry more broadly.

Being in the right room can change everything - learn and be inspired alongside incredible women leaders.

While we celebrate women and their impact on our industry, this event is open to everyone. We warmly welcome and encourage our male colleagues to attend, be part of the conversation, and stand alongside us in supporting inclusion and progress. Creating meaningful change is something we do together. It’s a space for honest conversation, meaningful connection and momentum that carries well beyond the day itself.

Date: Friday 6th, March 2026

Time: 7:00am Arrival Barista Coffee & Breakfast | 7:30am - 9:00am Event & Networking

Venue: C.R.Kennedy Event Space, 300 Lorimer Street, Port Melbourne

Parking: Free Onsite and Street Parking

Cost: $45 includes buffet breakfast, tea and coffee ($25 student ticket)

Who Should Attend: Anyone passionate about shaping the future of our industry

06/09/2025

📍MUGS is thrilled to welcome alumni Bram Blakley as guest speaker for our 59th annual industry dinner✨

Bram Blakley is a GIS Manager at Acciona with eight years of experience in the AEC Industry, delivering geospatial solutions for major infrastructure projects across the rail and road sectors. Bram graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2016 with a Masters in Engineering (Spatial) and was also President of MUGS in his time at university. He now specialises in digitising workflows, automating data processes, and developing web applications that support data-driven decision making.

Bram has contributed to several high-profile initiatives, including the Metro Tunnel Project, Melbourne Airport Rail, North East Link, and the launch of Digital Twin Victoria. His work on these projects has reflected his commitment to using GIS and Spatial technologies not only as a technical tool, but as a driver of smarter, safer, more transparent infrastructure delivery.

Come meet Bram at our annual industry dinner on Friday the 19th of September! Ticket link in our bio 💚

28/05/2025

Looking to finish off that applying digital infrastructure assignment or get some study in for your advanced imaging exam? Join us for our swotvac study sesh!!!!!

Snacks 🍕Drinks🥤and good vibes provided 💗💗💗

📅 Wednesday 4th June
⏰ 12pm - 3pm
📍 Activity Room 101 - Building 189

See ya there‼️‼️

03/04/2025

!!Job Opportunity!!

Taylor’s is looking for a survey assistant

Here is a bit of an overview:

What we are looking for:



2nd or 3rd year Surveying / Geospatial / Geomatic / Spatial Science students.
Excellent communication skills
Learning mentality and willingness to learn
Punctual and hard working
Someone who is looking for a long term career who can ideally transition into a graduate once they finish their studies


The Team:



Infrastructure team comprises of our Engineering Design Survey, Construction Survey & Utilities teams. The candidates, depending on skill set and motivations, will get exposure across these teams.



Engineering Design Survey focus on large feature surveys for commercial and infrastructure projects. Including West Gate Tunnel, Level Crossing Removals, schools, hospitals, airports, dams, creeks, council work etc.. They also use innovative technology including MLS (mobile laser scanning), TLS (terrestrial laser scanning), hydrographic surveys, navvis surveys(back-pack mounted scanner) and more! We are at the forefront of innovative survey technologies and very much early adopters of technology and software.
Construction Survey focus on large construction and infrastructure projects that involve set out surveys, controls surveys and as-built surveys.
The Utilities team focus on underground and overhead utilities, underground service locating and asset recording.


Overall, the successful students will have a very broad exposure across the different teams and technologies and will build an excellent foundation for their careers.



The Role:



The role will be tailored around the succesful students availability depending on their study requirements and can be ramped up and down depending on timetable and our work load.
They will be always accompanying one of our experienced surveyors so will have full support to be shown how to do things and learn from our team members.
A position description is attached for additional context.

Please send your application to Josh O’Grady
[email protected]
and mention MUGS in your email

17/10/2024

Come join us next Wednesday ✨

It's time to hop on the exam study grind!! Join us for a hands-on study session with MUGS x MUCSS! 📐✨

Featuring total stations and, of course, pizza! 🍕

🗓Wednesday, 23rd Oct
🕓12pm-2pm
📍Room 101, Building 189.

🚨Bonus total station training for GEOM20015 Sensing and Measurement students! ( though anyone is welcome to try their hand 🤗)

Don't miss out!

02/10/2024

MUGS are thrilled to welcome former MUGS President and UniMelb alumna Giulia Zanotto as our guest speaker for the 58th Annual Industry Dinner ✨

Giulia is a Geospatial Analyst at Geoscience Australia in the Minerals, Energy, and Groundwater Division. In her early career, Giulia worked as a Geospatial Consultant and gained diverse experience in the management, analysis, and visualisation of geospatial data on high-impact infrastructure projects across Australia. During this time, she developed a strong interest in automating GIS workflows and utilising geospatial methodologies to communicate complex data.

By employing these capabilities in her collaborations with Australia‘s leading geoscientists, Giulia supports the delivery of precompetitive geoscience data and analysis of enduring value for government, communities, and industry.

Come and meet Giulia at our upcoming 58th Annual Industry Dinner!

01/10/2024

MUGS is proud to announce Veris as our Gold Sponsors for our 58th Annual Industry Dinner ✨

Veris is Australia’s trusted, leading provider of spatial data services. With over 500 people and 15 office locations across Australia, Veris combines national strength with local knowledge and expertise to ensure the best outcomes for their clients.

Veris provides services to both private and public sector clients across the infrastructure, property, resources, utilities, government and defence sectors. Their clients include Australia’s premier property groups such as Stockland, Mirvac and Lendlease, blue chip mining companies such as BHP and Rio Tinto, as well as a host of major Engineering consultancies, Tier 1 contractors and Government agencies.

Applications are currently open for the Veris Young Professionals Program (YPP). The YPP runs for a period of 12 months, beginning every year in February/ March. Work on some of the most exciting and iconic projects in Australia with expert guidance and support of industry leaders who care about your success.

To apply for the YPP or find out more about other employment opportunities at Veris, please visit: https://www.veris.com.au/careers/pathways

Come and meet Veris at our upcoming 58th Annual Industry Dinner!