Delivering surveying and subdivision projects with local expertise and practical advice.
Welcome to TS Surveyors, where local knowledge, practical advice and personal service come together.
We focus on clear communication, straightforward solutions and making the surveying process as simple as possible. With hands-on experience, strong local knowledge and a trusted network of professionals, we provide accurate and efficient surveying services for residential, rural and development projects.
Whether you need help with a subdivision, boundary survey, topographical survey or land development project, we’re here to guide you through the process from start to finish — without the jargon or unnecessary complications.
Surveying Services
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Cadastral Surveys
Our cadastral surveying services accurately define and record legal property boundaries for subdivisions, boundary redefinitions, easements, Land Transfer surveys and new titles. Based in Levin and working throughout Horowhenua, Manawatū and the lower North Island, we provide reliable boundary surveying and LINZ-compliant cadastral surveys to support property development, land ownership and legal title requirements.
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Topographical Surveys
Our topographical surveys provide accurate mapping of land contours, site levels, buildings, services and other key property features. These surveys give architects, engineers, builders and developers the detailed site information they need to design and plan with confidence. Based in Levin, we provide topographic and site surveys throughout Horowhenua, Manawatū and the wider lower North Island for residential, commercial and land development projects.
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Subdivision
We provide expert advice, land surveying and end-to-end management of the subdivision process, from initial feasibility and resource consent through to Land Transfer surveying, Council s223/224 approval and new titles. We coordinate with planners, engineers, solicitors and other consultants to keep your subdivision moving efficiently and ensure all boundaries, plans and approvals meet Council and LINZ requirements.
Based in Levin, we assist with residential, rural and land development subdivisions throughout Horowhenua, Manawatū and the wider lower North Island.
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Building Setouts
We provide accurate building setout and construction surveying to position new homes, commercial buildings and civil infrastructure correctly on site. Our services include foundation and building setouts, level control and certification surveys to help builders, developers and contractors meet approved plans and Council requirements.
We also regularly assist with relocatable homes, setting out house positions and working alongside house movers, builders and relocatable housing companies to ensure buildings are placed accurately and in accordance with approved plans.
Based in Levin, we provide building setout and construction surveying services throughout Horowhenua, Manawatū and the wider lower North Island.
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Easement Surveys
We provide accurate easement surveys to define and record legal rights over land, including rights of way, access, drainage, water, power, telecommunications and other service easements.
Our work can include surveying existing easements, creating new easement areas, preparing Land Transfer plans and working with solicitors, councils and LINZ to ensure the easement is correctly documented and registered.
Based in Levin, we carry out easement and property boundary surveys throughout Horowhenua, Manawatū and the wider lower North Island for residential, rural and development projects.
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Engineering Surveying
We provide engineering surveying services for civil construction, roading and infrastructure projects, including construction setout, level control, machine and structure positioning, as-built surveys and final documentation.
Our experience includes involvement in major local infrastructure projects such as the Te Ahu a Turanga road project and the Ōtaki to North of Levin (O2NL) road project, alongside smaller civil and land development works throughout the region.
Using accurate survey control and modern surveying equipment, we work closely with engineers, contractors and construction teams to ensure works are positioned correctly and completed in accordance with design requirements.
Based in Levin, we provide engineering and construction surveying services throughout Horowhenua, Manawatū and the wider lower North Island.
Where We Work
Based in Levin, TS Surveyors provides land surveying and subdivision services throughout Horowhenua, Manawatū, Kāpiti and the wider lower North Island.
We regularly work across Levin, Ōhau, Shannon, Tokomaru, Foxton, Foxton Beach, Waitārere Beach, Palmerston North, Waikanae, Paraparaumu and surrounding rural areas. Our local knowledge and experience with councils, LINZ, planners, engineers, builders and contractors helps us keep projects moving efficiently from initial advice through to final survey and title.
Whether you need a subdivision survey, boundary survey, topographical survey, building setout, easement survey or engineering surveying, we can assist with residential, rural, commercial and land development projects across the region.
Meet the Team
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Tim Su
Director / Licensed Cadastral Surveyor
Born and raised in Levin, Tim Su is a Licensed Cadastral Surveyor with around 10 years of surveying experience across Levin, Horowhenua and the wider lower North Island.
Over his career, Tim has been involved in a wide range of land surveying and subdivision projects, from straightforward two-lot subdivisions and boundary surveys through to larger land development projects, Land Transfer surveys, topographical surveys and resource consent work. Having also been through subdivision and property development projects himself, Tim understands the process from both the surveyor’s and the landowner’s point of view.
Tim’s strong local knowledge of Levin and Horowhenua, combined with his experience dealing with local councils, LINZ, planners, engineers, solicitors and contractors, means he can help guide clients through the entire surveying and subdivision process from start to finish.
Think of Tim as your go-to consultant and single point of contact. Rather than leaving you to coordinate multiple people and work out what needs to happen next, Tim helps manage the process, keeps things moving and makes what can seem like a complicated subdivision or surveying project as straightforward as possible.
Whether you are looking to subdivide your property, locate or redefine a boundary, complete a Land Transfer survey, undertake a topographical survey or simply want some advice on the development potential of your land, Tim brings a practical, approachable and locally focused service to every project.
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Ryan Kissell
Survey Technician
Originally from Greymouth, Ryan brings more than 20 years of surveying experience from across New Zealand, including time working in the mining industry and throughout the Wellington region.
For the past six years, Ryan has been based in Horowhenua, running the Levin office of Tararua Surveyors and building strong relationships with clients throughout the district. Following Ashley Houghton’s retirement at the end of 2025 and the closure of Tararua Surveyors’ Levin office, Ryan joined the team at TS Surveyors, bringing with him a wealth of local knowledge, experience and many familiar faces who have valued his service over the years.
Ryan has well and truly put down roots in Levin and brings a practical, down-to-earth approach to surveying. His broad experience across cadastral, land development and general surveying work makes him a valuable part of the TS Surveyors team and ensures clients continue to receive knowledgeable, reliable and friendly service.
What Our Clients Say
Trusted by property owners, developers, builders and businesses throughout Levin, Horowhenua and the wider lower North Island.
★★★★★ 5.0 on Google · 75+ Reviews
“Excellent communication and professional service. Very highly recommend. Will definitely use again.”
Jo
“Tim was on time and on budget with our survey, his application to the Council went without a hitch as well as with LINZ. would highly recommend Tim”
Carolyn & Rob
“Top surveyor around the Horowhenua and Manawatu! Tim has been on multiple Earthwork sites and roading sites with us! He’s very reliable, communication is always excellent! Very precise, with loads of knowledge. Always happy to help! Highly recommend!”
Dominic