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Christie Lowe
Executive Assistant
Christie joined the Hellier McFarland team in June 2016 and provides executive administration support to the managing director and other senior members of the team. After completing a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (Executive Assistant), Christie worked for several years in the land surveying and town planning industry at two significant firms, before finding her home at Hellier McFarland.

Her background and experience in the industry, coupled with the relationships she has developed at Councils and referral authorities, have enabled Christie to take on the leading role in managing several projects, and troubleshooting whenever necessary on behalf of Matt.

Christie’s outgoing and personable manner, exceptional communication skills and dedication to exceeding client expectations echoes our company values here at Hellier McFarland.

Christie is incredibly well organised and has a can-do attitude that drives and motivates others around her.

Email: clowe@hmf.com.au
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Karen Montgomery
Finance Manager
Karen joined the Hellier McFarland team as finance manager in 2019. 

Karen has a degree in accounting and business law, a graduate diploma in business administration and is currently studying the CPA program. 

Karen has experience in financial and management accounting,working for companies in the banking sector, telecommunications, luxury goods and the smash repair industry. 

Karen has a passion for delivering quality and accurate reporting and will work hard to provide added value to the finance manager role at Hellier McFarland – adopting a can-do attitude which is greatly appreciated by those that work with her.

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David Barker
Survey Assistant
David joined us in 2018 as a survey assistant and has quickly proven to be a highly valued member of our team. David is developing his field and office skills and is a mentor to other survey assistants.

David is also responsible for managing our equipment and supplies, including servicing of vehicles. David is adaptable and reliable, demonstrating a professional approach with a mature attitude, and is quickly proving to be a key member of our survey team.
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Eve Dimitrikakis
Senior Town Planner
Eve Dimitrakakis joined Hellier McFarland as a senior town planner in 2018, bringing with her a wealth of experience from her previous roles within the private and public sectors. She obtained her tertiary qualification in urban & regional planning from RMIT University.

Eve has significant local government experience within both inner city and outer ring areas of metropolitan Melbourne, providing her with a well-rounded knowledge of various municipality’s planning schemes. An early sea change saw her living on the Sunshine Coast in 2016 before returning to planning consultation within Melbourne and deciding to step into private sector on a permanent basis.

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Anthony Duke
Construction Surveyor
We welcomed Anthony to our construction team in 2018 as a senior construction surveyor. Anthony has considerable surveying experience in industrial, commercial and residential construction set-out, feature surveys, as-built surveys, earthworks surveys and infrastructure projects. He also has experience as a project coordinator.

Anthony approaches everything he does with a positive and hardworking attitude and possesses great interpersonal and professional skills which are highly valued at Hellier McFarland.

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Cameron Dyson
UAV Manager
Cameron joined Hellier McFarland in early 2018 and brought with him a wealth of experience in terrain modelling, orthomosaic imagery and asset recording. Cameron has his UAV (drone) license and has helped Hellier McFarland delve into less explored surveying methods to meet the growing needs of our clients.

Cameron is adaptable, resourceful and has a “can-do” attitude that is respected by his peers and clients alike.

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Jesvin George
IT & Business Continuity Manager
Jesvin is a savvy, fast-thinking and bright young individual, charged with managing the IT needs of Hellier McFarland.

Looking to innovate the team’s information and communication technology solutions, Jesvin constantly proposes new and exciting ways to carry out business in more efficient and user-friendly ways with forethought and a calm and friendly demeanour.

Jesvin’s IT knowledge is extensive, swiftly responding to any problem with enthusiasm and ease.

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Joel Bourne
Senior Land Surveyor
With substantial experience working at reputable land survey and town planning firms
in eastern Melbourne, Joel joined the Hellier McFarland team in 2016 as a senior land surveyor.

Joel has an approachable, calm and friendly demeanour, and is thorough and comprehensive in his completion of projects - ensuring that all client expectations are satisfied. Joel has swiftly become an integral member of staff, providing guidance and assistance to both young and experienced surveyors alike.

Joel is soon to complete his professional training agreement and becoming licensed as a surveyor, an important qualification that befits his level of experience and knowledge.

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Nathan Edwards
Construction Survey Manager
Nathan is a senior land surveyor with significant expertise in construction and engineering surveying, both here at home in Victoria and in more remote areas of Australia on large infrastructure projects.

Having joined the team at Hellier McFarland early in 2017,  Nathan has played an integral role in expanding the increasing portfolio of construction and infrastructure survey work undertaken by our business and now manages a team of five specialist construction surveyors who work on industrial, commercial and residential construction set-out.

Nathan is a thorough and balanced professional who always has a smile on his face and thinks quickly on his feet to resolve challenges faced by clients on their development projects.

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Lisa Wrigglesworth
Group Project Coordinator
Lisa joined the Hellier McFarland team in 2017 and provides administration support to the Operations Director and the surveying team. Lisa coordinates the scheduling of work and is an important point of contact for clients and other authorities, and plays an integral part in ensuring a timely delivery for all our projects.

Lisa’s outgoing and personable manner, exceptional communication skills and dedication to exceeding client expectations echoes our company values and goals.

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Jesse Percival
Town Planner
Jesse joined Hellier McFarland as a town planner in 2016, bringing with him a wealth of experience from his previous roles within the private and government sectors. He has a tertiary qualification in urban & regional planning, natural resource management and natural resource economics.

Jesse has delivered both large and small scale planning and environment approvals, including significant state resource projects and multi-unit developments in Victoria and New South Wales.

Immediately preceding his employment at Hellier McFarland Jesse was a part of the team at Planning Panels Victoria, reviewing the planning and environmental impacts of the Melbourne Metro Rail Project.

Jesse has a passion for delivering quality planning and land use outcomes for his clients.

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Harry Clyne
Finance Assistant
Harry is a part time finance assistant who assists the finance manager as needed whilst combining studies at Monash University.  

Harry, like his brother Max, always presents himself with a smile.
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Dale Martin
Land Surveyor
Dale graduated from university in 2016 and immediately commenced work with Hellier McFarland.

Having completed some part timeworn during his studies, we anticipate that Dale will spend some time developing his field and office knowledge under the tutelage of our senior land surveyors and will soon transition to party leading and embark on a professional training agreement.

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Terry Pratt
Construction Surveyor
With previous experience as a survey assistant in cadastral teams at Hellier McFarland, Terry has found his passion for construction surveying and is proving to be a valuable member of our specialist construction survey team.

Terry continues to develop his field and office skills in this area, and has the ability to work autonomously to provide our A grade clients with the outcomes that they expect.

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Kate Morrison
Financial Controller
Kate manages all facets of the financial side of the business and has been with the
company in this role for over 15 years.

Kate works both in the office and remotely from home and is an integral part of the
Hellier McFarland team.

Kate is our ray of sunshine with her bubbly personality and can do attitude and we love having her in the office every Tuesday.

Email: kmorrison@hmf.com.au
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Chris Gleeson
Senior Draftsperson, Project Manager
Chris joined the Hellier McFarland team in 2015 as a senior draftsperson and project manager.

With a background in engineering drafting and urban design, Chris brings a fresh set of skills to our drafting team. Although he had never worked as a draftsperson in a land surveying firm before, Chris took no time at all to transition to drafting complex plans of building subdivision and existing conditions survey plans to the highest standard, and in a timely manner.

Chris consistently delivers neat, clear and succinct plans that set a new bench mark for the high-quality plans that Hellier McFarland is renowned for.

Given his background in land development and urban design Chris is also responsible for managing some of our multi stage land subdivision projects, which he does with confidence and professionalism.

Luke Webb
Subdivision Manager
Luke has been with Hellier McFarland for over 10 years, commencing as a survey assistant and evolving into the integral position of subdivision manager.

He is a proud member of our 10+year loyalty club.

In the role of subdivision manager, Luke is responsible for managing a significant number of Hellier McFarland’s subdivision projects and acting as the leading expert of SPEAR.

Luke has thrived in this position of responsibility, implementing a structured and well organised subdivision management system that follows each project from inception to completion in a timely manner, ensuring prompt settlements on the sale of resultant lots. 

Luke’s congenial attitude, experienced insight and rapport with Council officers and contacts with referral authorities throughout most municipalities in Victoria add to the success of his management systems, and he is endlessly praised for being a pleasure to deal with.

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Adam Di Giacomo
Draftsman
Adam joined the Hellier McFarland team in 2015 and brought with him new ideas and a
fresh perspective on all things drafting.

Adam has experience with creating urban design concepts and is adept at preparing
plans for both survey and town planning purposes.

We feel pretty lucky that we found him when we did as he is already making a positive change in the way we do things here and is introducing us to new and innovative ways to
improve our plans.

Email: adigiacomo@hmf.com.au
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Len Martin
Senior Draftsman
Len is somewhat of a land survey veteran; having worked at Land Registry for 35 years as an examiner, and then with Hellier McFarland for over 20 years as a senior draftsman.

Len’s knowledge of all things survey and subdivision related is impressive and he is often called upon by all members of the office to answer an obscure legislative enquiry or deal with complex cadastral computations.

Len has long been an integral member of our team and has witnessed first-hand the growth of Hellier McFarland over the last two decades.

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Margarita Gribova
Executive Assistant
Rita came to Hellier McFarland after completing her Masters Degree in Business as she wanted to put her learnt academic skills into action.  Rita has hit the ground running and proven to be an invaluable member of our administrative team.

Perhaps Rita’s biggest achievement so far has been her development of our Quality Management System which she has taken to the next level and evolved it into a fantastic, useable system that truly reflects how we operate.

Rita is a highly organised, driven and focussed individual who does whatever it takes to get the job done which is something we really value and admire here at Hellier McFarland.

Email: mgribova@hmf.com.au
Julie Higgins
Senior Town Planner
Julie is an experienced town planner, having worked with both local government and in private consultancy in a range of statutory and strategic roles.

With a broad knowledge and interest in heritage and conservation matters, Julie approaches each town planning challenge with enthusiasm and passion to resolve the issue at hand in a practical manner to addresses client needs.

Julie plays an important role in our town planning group and has an attentionto detail that enables her to prepare assessments and reports across the full gamut of town planning applications, from VCAT and supreme court covenant matters, to planning panel submissions and statutory planning permit applications.

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Andrea Holbrook
HR Manager
Andrea joined the Hellier McFarland team in the part time role of HR manager in this first half of 2019.
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Andrea has experience as a HR generalist and talent acquisition specialist gained from her roles in global engineering and life-sciences companies.
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Andrea manages recruitment and employee contracts, as well as our EAP service which is invaluable.

Outside of work, Andrea has a passion for health, wellbeing and low tox living and hopes to continue to learn and grow in her role at Hellier McFarland.
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Email: hr@hmf.com.au
Kellinde Chester
Associate
As an associate at Hellier McFarland, Kellinde wears many hats. 

Kellinde is the glue which binds our personnel and resources to the needs of our clients,
taking on the responsibility of scheduling, coordinating smooth work flow and facilitating timely delivery of projects.

Kellinde is also a qualified town planner and project manager with professional
experience spanning more than 10 years in both rural Victoria and metropolitan Melbourne, with particular expertise in the areas of land development, bushfire management and cultural heritage. 

Kellinde's personable manner, exceptional communication skills and dedication to exceeding client expectations naturally echos our company values here at Hellier McFarland.

Email: kchester@hmf.com.au
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Christian Irvine
Senior Land Surveyor
Christian joined the Hellier McFarland team in early 2019 as senior land surveyor with previous experience at a large surveying,engineering, architectural and town planning firm.

Christian is enthusiastic about working within an innovative and flexible team at Hellier McFarland and is working towards becoming a licensed surveyor.

Christian prides himself on his good interpersonal and communication skills and working hard to provide the ideal solution for his clients.
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Hamish Swaffield
Land Surveyor
Hailing from “across the ditch” in New Zealand, Hamish has been working with Hellier McFarland for the last few years whilst he completes his tertiary studies in land surveying. With an impressive work ethic and a willingness to do whatever it takes, Hamish undertakes every project asked of him with fervour and dedication to ensuring that it is completed to the highest standard.
It is this unrelenting drive, coupled with his composed demeanour and approachable nature that makes Hamish a highly-valued member of our survey team. Already experienced beyond his years, Hamish will continue to develop his survey skills and transition into a full-time position upon graduation.

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Andrew Beckett
3D Environments Manager
Andrew has been with Hellier McFarland since the latter stages of his university degree, transitioning into a full-time role upon graduation. Whilst developing his cadastral and traditional land survey knowledge and skills, Andrew is particularly keen on emerging technologies and is playing an important role in establishing our significant expertise with terrestrial laser scanning and modelling techniques. 

Andrew has an inquisitive nature and an aptitude for investigating a variety of methods of resolving spatial issues, which has resulted in establishing a widerange of advanced and “left field” methods for obtaining and delivering survey data to meet specific client needs.

Andrew thrives in all responsibilities he is entrusted and is an example of Hellier McFarland’s philosophy of encouraging every member of our dynamic team to explore new things and create their own career path.

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Glenn Mason
Land Surveyor
Glenn started with Hellier McFarland whilst completing his master’s degree and has since transitioned into a full-time role as a graduate surveyor recently commencing his professional training agreement with the aim of becoming licensed in the future. Glenn has effectively applied the skills he attained through his education to his professional career with unbounded enthusiasm and professionalism.

Glenn is committed to providing accurate and thorough spatial solutions to clients, and continues to expand his land survey knowledge and experience with a wide range of cadastral and infrastructure projects.

Glenn continues to make consistent progress as a trusted party leader.
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Morgan Granger
Land Surveyor
Morgan is a highly-valued member of our team, working closely with our team of licensed surveyors to deliver land development solutions on a broad of projects.

Morgan is a bright and enthusiastic surveyor, exemplified by his willingness to undertake projects of any scale and complexity, and his eagerness to thoughtfully resolve any challenge he encounters on his path to becoming a licensed surveyor.

Email: mgranger@hmf.com.au



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Max Clyne
Finance Assistant
Max is a part time finance assistant who assists the finance manager as needed whilst combining studies at Monash University.  

Max has a friendly demeanour and is an active participant in all Hellier McFarland activities.
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Matthew Mulhall
Land Surveyor
Matthew is an intelligent, inquisitive and analytical individual, traits that have proven invaluable in his approach to the surveying profession as a very capable party leader.

Utilising his broad knowledge base and practical mind, Matthew is a valuable member of the Hellier McFarland team who is trusted to work with autonomy, to attain outstanding results on a wide range and variety of spatial projects.

Matthew is a member of our 10+ year loyalty team, something which provides him with great pride.

Matthew coordinates projects from inception to completion, liaising with clients and delivering on expectations.


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Lachlan McCleary
Licensed Surveyor
Lachlan’s unparalleled work ethic, composure, quick-thinking and inquisitive nature has rendered him a wise and skilled surveyor with experience beyond his years. He is a highly-valued member of the Hellier McFarland team, who takes on a wide range of operational projects on behalf of the executive team.

Lachlan is approachable and adaptable, often thinking outside of the box to attain the best results for any given project. Consequently, Lachlan is charged with overseeing and partaking in an impressive array of projects, repeatedly excelling in devising deliverables that suit the client’s land survey and property development needs.




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Andrew Powell
Licensed Surveyor
Having become licensed in early 2019 Andrew oversees a multitude of Hellier McFarland’s cadastral projects, including large-scale building subdivisions.

Andrew has also played an integral role in combining traditional and emerging technologies (such as terrestrial laser scanning) working directly with client sat all stages of a project’s lifecycle to ensure the needs of every client and unique assignment are realised and fulfilled.

Because of the variety of projects, he is responsible for managing, and his active “hands on” approach to his work, Andrew has cultivated a comprehensive land survey knowledge base.

Andrew is an amiable, hard-working, thorough and knowledgeable licensed surveyor,who works tirelessly to deliver exceptional outcomes to clients in a timely manner. It is through these results that Andrew is held in the highest esteem by his clients and peers alike.

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Mark Howley
Licensed Surveyor
Mark has been an integral part of Hellier McFarland for more than ten years, diligently honing his land surveying skills to attain his appointment as a Licensed Surveyor.

Mark is an intelligent, quick-witted and meticulous surveyor, with a passion for traditional surveying techniques and knowledge, particularly in relation to cadastral surveying. Coupling his understanding of survey fundamentals with modern technology, Mark can devise outcomes that are tailor madeto each project. This is punctuated by his management of a variety of projects that have incorporated laser scanning, GPS and more traditional surveying methods to produce deliverables that completely address the needs of the client.

It is Mark’s attention to detail that ensures he can always be relied upon to supervise the most complex jobs,knowing that the outcomes attained will be accurate and reliable.

Email: mhowley@hmf.com.au
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Rohan Bakker
Senior Licensed Surveyor, Chartered Surveyor(RICS)
With a broad range of experience across metropolitan and rural Victoria and New South Wales, Rohan adds a new dimension to the skillset of our team of licensed surveyors here at Hellier McFarland.

Rohan’s tireless work ethic and passion for the surveying industry is apparent in the commitment and attention he offers to each project that he undertakes. Rohan continually resolves spatial dilemmas for clients of both the private and public sector, consistently delivering solutions that comfortably address their land management needs.

Amid this, Rohan takes on a mentoring role with Hellier McFarland’s younger surveyors, nurturing their development for the future of the profession.

Rohan is also a board member of the Association of Consulting Surveyors (Victoria).

Email: rbakker@hmf.com.au
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Andrea Holbrook
HR Manager
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Stuart McFarland
Licensed Surveyor 
Bachelor of Applied Science (Surveying)
Stuart has over 30 years’ experience in the industry. His experience includes subdivision design, negotiations with local and government authorities, property surveys and building subdivision.Stuart has been Chairman of the Association of Consulting Surveyors Victoria and Australia.

Email: stuart@hmf.com.au



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Colin Tissear
Subdivision Expert
With over 30 years’ experience, Colin is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to all matters relating to subdivision, easements, covenants and dealing with councils and referral authorities.  No matter what challenge posed of him, Colin can always be relied upon for sound and accurate advice.

Colin is renowned for his communicative style, and it is his friendly approach, coupled with his extensive knowledge, that has won him the respect and loyalty of myriad of clients over the years.


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Ray Earls
Principal Licensed Surveyor, Director
With over 25 years’ experience in the surveying industry as a licensed surveyor, Ray’s survey knowledge covers a wide variety of disciplines. Ray’s expertise has seen him actively involved in a diverse range of projects, from the subdivision of medium to high-density multi-staged building projects with multiple owner's corporations, to providing detailed cadastral (title) advice and solutions. 

It is due to Ray’s proficiency, expertise and ability to manage the most complex cadastral projects that he is trusted and relied upon by private clients and many government and corporate bodies such as Municipal Councils, South East Water, VicRoads and the Office of the Surveyor General. Ray regularly provides expert evidence as a licensed surveyor at VCAT and through the courts.

Ray is highly respected by his peers and is an examiner of professional training agreement projects, giving back to the industry. Ray also manages Geomet, a collaboration of four survey companies specifically set up to undertake large infrastructure projects for VicRoads. Ray has a passion for maintaining exemplary standards as a licensed surveyor and mentors our up-and-coming surveyors through their professional development.

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Michael Byrne
Operations Director, Senior Licensed Surveyor, Survey Group Manager
Michael’s career has taken him from Melbourne, to Townsville, and back to Melbourne again where he has established an executive position with Hellier McFarland as a Operations Director and Senior Licensed Surveyor. Michael also fulfils the role of Survey Group Manager.

Michael is a respected and ardent worker with an inquisitive nature that drives him to keep abreast of exciting and innovative surveying techniques. It is by utilising this knowledge that Michael capably addresses the spatial management needs of clients and colleagues alike.

Michael undertakes each job with care, passion and professionalism. Michael has many years of experience working within the surveying industry, and has consequently accrued invaluable knowledge and expertise in the land management sector.

Email: mbyrne@hmf.com.au
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.

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James Howe
Land Surveyor
James has a proven experience on large scale infrastructure projects, including highway upgrades, suspended roadways & bridges, large scale & detailed earthworks and complex buildings and structures for both civil and structural and mechanical stages of development.
 
James has coordinated survey teams for major engineering/ construction projects in both Victoria & remote Western Australia.
 
With a strong foundation in engineering surveying, James has joined the Hellier McFarland team to pursue a professional training agreement to fulfil his aspiration of becoming a licensed surveyor. James has a friendly demeanour, attention to detail and an approachable attitude.

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Brad McCurtayne
CAD Programmer
Brad has been a CAD Developer for over 15 years, with his primary focus being on improving computing workflows for surveyors and land developers.
 
Brad has come from a survey background, his earlier years seeing him in roles such as a survey assistant, survey draftsman, and as a field party leader.
 
His experience in development ranges broadly, from Autocad and Civil 3D applications that aid in general drafting, to more complex solutions for generating G.I.S. data to industry standard specifications, including asset recording and data preparation.
 
Brad’s focus at Hellier McFarland is to develop automatic solutions to process data accurately and consistently to help provide an efficient service to our clients and an inspiring work experience for our staff.

Brad is an integral member ofour team and has a amiable outlook on life, always presenting himself with a smile.

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Matt Jonson
Business Development Manager
Matt initially joined Hellier McFarland as a senior surveyor having over 13 years’ experience in the Victorian surveying industry across cadastral and construction disciplines,including at a management level.
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Matt’s experience covers all fields of land surveying, including engineering,construction, cadastral and 3D scanning.
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Matt also has a background in business development and client liaison, with experience managing large teams of surveyors. Matt is a born leader, who thrives in making survey that client expectations are exceeded on each and every project.
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Matt is our business development manager and is responsible for client development, engagement, tendering and marketing of the broad range of Hellier McFarland’s capabilities in the land survey, town planning and development sectors.  Matt’s positive demeanour and hard-working approach means that all projects are met with enthusiasm and a confidence that leaves the client happy in their experience with Hellier McFarland.
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James Hunter
Construction Surveyor
James has 13 years of surveying and construction set-out experience in the U.K. working for a design and build construction company in the commercial, retail and leisure sectors.

James also spent a year at a structural and civil engineering company in the U.K. providing set-out plans for commercial and residential buildings.

James is diligent and has a friendly nature, making him a highly valued member of our team.

Connor Gallagher
Graduate Land Surveyor
Connor has over 6 years of experience in the surveying and construction industries. He has had exposure to 3D Laser Scanning, Topographical Surveys, Construction set out, Subdivisions and Cadastral surveys. Connor has quickly become a valued member of our team and his approachable and hard-working attitude reflect our values at Hellier McFarland.

Email: cgallagher@hmf.com.au
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Vincent Hetherington
Land Surveyor
Vincent has worked in Ireland as an engineer and has over 8 years’ experience in Australia in construction and engineering surveying, specifically high-rise construction in and around Melbourne. Vincent has conducted cadastral surveys working under a licensed surveyor and aims to pursue a career with Hellier McFarland as a cadastral surveyor, which aligns with his diligent demeanour.

Vincent has a keen interest in emerging technologies and has obtained his drone licence.

Email: vhetherington@hmf.com.au
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Declan Coleman
Land Surveyor
Declan has over 7 years of experience in the surveying industry ranging between construction set out, party leading and drafting. Declan is currently working within one of our cadastral survey teams and is aiming to develop his field and office skills in order to pursue a professional training agreement and ultimately become a Licensed Surveyor.

Given his broad background Declan has a flexible and worldly attitude and is proving to be a valuable member of our survey team.

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Brad Passmore
Senior Construction Surveyor
Brad joined our team in early 2019 afterspending 12 years working in the Pilbara region of Western Australia on various large-scale construction and infrastructure projects for several large mining companies.

Whilst working full time Brad managed to complete his bachelor of spatial science remotely, showing his outstanding ability to commit himself to tasks and a work ethic to getting stuck in and getting things done.

Brad brings to our team a wide variety of knowledge with experience in many aspects of construction land surveying as well as emerging technologies such as terrestrial laser scanning, UAV generated modelling and project management.

Brad is quick to solve problems that may arise, whilst meeting high standards of accuracy and efficiency for clients. 

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Leo Chan
Land Surveyor
Leo joined Hellier McFarland in late 2016 as a casual survey assistant while studying at university. He then transitioned to full time graduate surveyor after completing his Masters in Engineering (Spatial).

Leo has a keen interest in emerging technologies and is involved in laser scanning projects and photogrammetry projects at Hellier McFarland.

Email: lchan@hmf.com.au
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Matthew Chapman
Bachelor of Geomatric Engineering (Hons) (Melb), Bachelor of Arts (Melb), Postgraduate Diploma of Urban Planning (Melb)
Matthew is the managing director of Hellier McFarland and has worked for the company for the entirety of his professional career, having commenced employment with the company as a graduate in 2001.

Matthew enjoys the responsibility of providing leadership and direction to ensure that the company maintains and grows its reputation as an innovative and reliable professional practice, whilst also placing equal importance on ensuring that everyone that works within the company is provided with a challenging, enjoyable and rewarding work environment.

Matthew holds tertiary qualifications in both land surveying and town planning and has a breadth of experience with coordinating development projects ranging from urban renewal, mixed use and residential buildings to greenfield, peri-urban and rural land subdivision. Matthew also provides expert evidence and advocacy for VCAT appeals and mediations, and for covenant matters in the Supreme Court. 

When he is not working Matthew enjoys playing on the monkey bars with his three young children, and mastering his culinary skills in the kitchen. If he wasn't working in the property development industry Matthew would be head chef of a gastro pub somewhere in rural Victoria, or lying on a deck chair in the Maldives.

Member of: Victorian Planning & Environmental Law Association, Planning Institute of Australia and Institute of Surveyors Australia (Vic).

Email: mchapman@hmf.com.au
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
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Matthew Chapman
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Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
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Matthew Chapman
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Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Hailing from “across the ditch” in New Zealand, Hamish has been working with Hellier McFarland for the last few years whilst he completed his tertiary studies in land surveying.
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Andrea joined the Hellier McFarland team in the part time role of HR manager in this first half of 2019. Andrea has experience as a HR generalist and talent acquisition specialist gained from her roles in...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Karen joined the Hellier McFarland team as finance manager in 2019. Karen has a degree in accounting and business law, a graduate diploma in business administration and is currently studying...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Brad joined our team in early 2019 afterspending 12 years working in the Pilbara region of Western Australia on various large-scale construction and infrastructure projects for several large mining ...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
With over 30 years’ experience, Colin is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to all matters relating to subdivision, easements, covenants and dealing with councils and referral authorities...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
With previous experience as a survey assistant in cadastral teams at Hellier McFarland, Terry has found his passion for construction surveying and is proving to be a valuable member of our specialist ...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Luke has been with Hellier McFarland for over 10 years, commencing as a survey assistant and evolving into the integral position of subdivision manager. He is a proud member of our 10+year ...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Brad has been a CAD Developer for over 15 years, with his primary focusbeing on improving computing workflows for surveyors and land developers. Brad has come from ...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Having become licensed in early 2019 Andrew oversees a multitude of Hellier McFarland’s cadastral projects, including large-scale building subdivisions. Andrew has also played ...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Glenn started with Hellier McFarland whilst completing his master’s degree and has since transitioned into a full-time role as a graduate surveyor recently commencing his professional training ...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Matthew is an intelligent, inquisitive and analytical individual, traits that have proven invaluable in his approach to the surveying profession as a very capable party leader. Utilising his broad ...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Len is somewhat of a land survey veteran; having worked at Land Registry for 35 years as an examiner, and then with Hellier McFarland for over 20 years as a senior draftsman...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Dale graduated from university in 2016 and immediately commenced work with Hellier McFarland. Having completed some part time work during his studies we anticipate that Dale...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Matt initially joined Hellier McFarland as a senior surveyor having over13 years’ experience in the Victorian surveying industry across cadastral and construction disciplines, including at a manage ...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
James has 13 years of surveying and construction set-out experience in the U.K. working for a design and build construction company in the commercial, retail and leisure sectors...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Julie is an experienced town planner, having worked with both local government and in private consultancy in a range of statutory and strategic roles. With a broad knowledge and interest...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Chris joined the Hellier McFarland team in 2015 as a senior draftsperson and project manager. With a background in engineering drafting and urban design, Chris brings a fresh set of skills...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Jesvin is a savvy, fast-thinking and bright young individual, charged with managing the IT needs of Hellier McFarland. Looking to innovate the team’s information and communication tech ...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Nathan is a senior land surveyor with significant expertise in construction and engineering surveying, both here at home in Victoria and in more remote areas of Australia on large...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Cameron joined Hellier McFarland in early 2018 and brought with him a wealth of experience in terrain modelling, orthomosaic imagery and asset recording. Cameron has his UAV (drone) license...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
We welcomed Anthony to our construction team in 2018 as a senior construction surveyor. Anthony has considerable surveying experience in industrial,commercial and residential construction ...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
With over 25 years’ experience in the surveying industry as a licensed surveyor, Ray’s survey knowledge covers a wide variety of disciplines. Ray’s expertise has seen him actively involved in a ...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Declan has over 7 years of experience in the surveying industry ranging between construction set out, party leading and drafting. Declan is currently working within one of our cadastral survey teams and is ...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
David joined us in 2018 as a survey assistant and has quickly proven to be a highly valued member of our team. David is developing his field and office skills and is a mentor to other survey assistants.
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Andrew has been with Hellier McFarland since the latter stages of his university degree, transitioning into a full-time role upon graduation. Whilst developing his cadastral and traditional...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
With substantial experience working at reputable land survey and town planning firms in eastern Melbourne, Joel joined the Hellier McFarland team in 2016 as a senior land surveyor...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Christian joined the Hellier McFarland team in early 2019 as senior land surveyor with previous experience at a large surveying, engineering, architectural and town planning firm. Christian is...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning...
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Matthew Chapman
Managing Director 
Matthew commenced employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning.
 
Through his active and continued involvement in both the land survey and town planning sectors, Matthew has attained a comprehensive understanding of the land and property development industry. It is by drawing upon this extensive knowledge that Matthew has delivered outstanding results time and time again for a broad range of clients over almost two decades. 

Upon his appointment as managing director of Hellier McFarland in 2010, Matthew instilled a vision for Hellier McFarland to become the most respected land survey and town planning company in Victoria; a commitment which constantly drives Matthew and one that is embraced by the Hellier McFarland team.

Matthew is a natural leader with an astute business acumen, personable nature and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. As a result, he is a highly respected consultant who provides well considered, meaningful and practical advice, with confidence and a smile.
David Barker
Survey Assistant
David joined us in 2018 as a survey assistant and has quickly proven to be a highly valued member of our team. David is developing his field and office skills and is a mentor to other survey assistants.
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David Barker
Survey Assistant
Andrew has been with Hellier McFarland since the latter stages of his university degree, transitioning into a full-time role upon graduation. Whilst developing his cadastral and traditional...
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ANDREW BECKETT
3D Environments Manager
With substantial experience working at reputable land survey and town planning firms in eastern Melbourne, Joel joined the Hellier McFarland team in 2016 as a senior land surveyor...
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Joel Bourne
Senior Land Surveyor

Christian joined the Hellier McFarland team in early 2019 as senior land surveyor with previous experience at a large surveying, engineering, architectural and town planning firm. Christian is...
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Christian irvine
Senior Land Surveyor
Matthew commenced
employment at Hellier McFarland in 2002 as a graduate land surveyor before returning to university to pursue a postgraduate degree in town planning...
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MATTHEW CHAPMAN
Managing Director
Declan has over 7 years of experience in the surveying industry ranging between construction set out, party leading and drafting. Declan is currently working within one of our cadastral survey teams and is ...
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Declan Coleman
Land Surveyor
With over 25 years’ experience in the surveying industry as a licensed surveyor, Ray’s survey knowledge covers a wide variety of disciplines. Ray’s expertise has seen him actively involved in a ...
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RAY EARLS
Principal Licensed Surveyor, Director
We welcomed Anthony to our construction team in 2018 as a senior construction surveyor. Anthony has considerable surveying experience in industrial,commercial and residential construction ...
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Anthony Duke
Senior Construction Surveyor
Cameron joined Hellier McFarland in early 2018 and brought with him a wealth of experience in terrain modelling, orthomosaic imagery and asset recording...
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Cameron Dyson
UAV Manager
With previous experience as a survey assistant in cadastral teams at Hellier McFarland, Terry has found his passion for construction surveying and is proving to be a valuable member of our specialist ...
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Terry Pratt
Construction Surveyor
Nathan is a senior land surveyor with significant expertise in construction and engineering surveying, both here at home in Victoria and in more remote areas of Australia on large...
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Nathan Edwards
Construction Survey Manager
Luke has been with Hellier McFarland for over 10 years, commencing as a survey assistant and evolving into the integral position of subdivision manager. He is a proud member of our 10+year ...
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LUKE WEBB
Subdivision Manager
Jesvin is a savvy, fast-thinking and bright young individual, charged with managing the IT needs of Hellier McFarland. Looking to innovate the team’s information and communication tech ...
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Jesvin George
IT & Business Continuity Manager
Chris joined the Hellier McFarland team in 2015
as a senior draftsperson and project manager. With a background in engineering drafting and urban design, Chris brings a fresh set of skills...
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CHRIS GLEESON
Senior Draftsperson,
Project Manager
Andrea joined the Hellier McFarland team in the part time role of HR manager in this first half of 2019. Andrea has experience as a HR generalist and talent acquisition specialist gained from her roles in...
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Andrea holbrook
HR Manager
Julie is an experienced town planner, having worked with both local government and in private consultancy in a range of statutory and strategic roles. With a broad knowledge and interest...
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JULIE HIGGINS
Senior Town Planner
James has a proven experience on large scale infrastructure projects, including highway
upgrades, suspended roadways & bridges, large scale & detailed
earthworks...
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James howe
Land Surveyor
James has 13 years of surveying and construction set-out experience in the U.K. working for a design and build construction company in the commercial, retail and leisure sectors...
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James Hunter
Construction Surveyor
Matt initially joined Hellier McFarland as a senior surveyor having over13 years’ experience in the Victorian surveying industry across cadastral and construction disciplines, including at a manage ...
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Matt jonson
Business Development Manager
Dale graduated from university in 2016 and immediately commenced work with Hellier McFarland. Having completed some part time work during his studies we anticipate that Dale...
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Dale Martin
Land Surveyor
Len is somewhat of a land survey veteran; having worked at Land Registry for 35 years as an examiner, and then with Hellier McFarland for over 20 years as a senior draftsman...
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LEN MARTIN
Senior Draftsman
Glenn started with Hellier McFarland whilst completing his master’s degree and has since transitioned into a full-time role as a graduate surveyor recently commencing his professional training ...
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GLENN MASON
Land Surveyor
Brad joined our team in early 2019 afterspending 12 years working in the Pilbara region of Western Australia on various large-scale construction and infrastructure projects for several large mining ...
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Brad passmore
Senior Construction Surveyor
Karen joined the Hellier McFarland team as finance manager in 2019.  Karen has a degree in accounting and business law, a graduate diploma in business administration and is currently studying...
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KAREN MONTGOMERY
Finance Manager
Brad has been a CAD Developer for over 15 years, with his primary focusbeing on improving computing workflows for surveyors and land developers.
Brad has come from ...
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Brad McCurtayne
CAD Programmer
Matthew is an intelligent, inquisitive and analytical individual, traits that have proven invaluable in his approach to the surveying profession as a very capable party leader. Utilising his broad ...
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MATTHEW MULHALL
Senior Land Surveyor
With over 30 years’ experience, Colin is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to all matters relating to subdivision, easements, covenants and dealing with councils and referral authorities...
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COLIN TISSEAR
Subdivision Expert
Having become licensed in early 2019 Andrew oversees a multitude of Hellier McFarland’s cadastral projects, including large-scale building subdivisions. Andrew has also played ...
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ANDREW POWELL
Licensed Surveyor
Max is a part time finance assistant who assists the finance manager as needed whilst combining studies at Monash University.  Max has a friendly demeanour and is an active participant in all Hellier McFarland ...
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mAX cLYNE
Finance Assistant
Harry is a part time finance assistant who assists the finance manager as needed whilst combining studies at Monash University.  Harry, like his brother Max, always presents himself with a smile.
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hARRY CLYNE
Finance Assistant
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