Police have declared an emergency as officers remain in a tense stand-off with a suspected gunman on the Gold Coast.

Emergency services were called to Tallebudgera Creek Road at Tallebudgera Valley about 12pm following reports a man was shot.

The man suffered non-life-threatening injuries to his shoulder and head and was taken to the Gold Coast University for treatment.

Police have confirmed a homemade shotgun was fired during an argument between two men at the remote property. 

“It’s a handmade shotgun, it’s very well made and it’s something that’s quite concerning,” Gold Coast Police Chief Inspector Les Bulluss said.

“The weapon’s made out of piping.”

9News understands the pair live together on the property. 

Police have established a crime scene and believe the shooter remains on the property. 

Specialist officers, with assault rifles and heavy armour, and a helicopter are on the scene to search for the man.

Police made an emergency declaration about 4pm with an exclusion zone encompassing Tallebudgera Creek Road to the west, Emily Lane to the north, Petsche Creek Road to the east and Ryans Road to the south.

Residents are urged to stay indoors and the public is advised to avoid the area.

“We’re treating this matter very seriously but we’d like to have a peaceful resolution,” Bulluss said.