Assistant Utilities Surveyor

Balfour; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major infrastructure firm seeks two Assistant Utilities Surveyors to join the Power T&D team on the Lower Thames Crossing project. This opportunity offers hands-on experience with utilities surveying, key responsibilities include assisting in surveys and supporting the Lead Utilities Surveyor. Ideal candidates will have basic knowledge of survey equipment and relevant qualifications. Flexible working arrangements and numerous benefits are included.

Benefits

Smart working options

25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)

Maternity/adoption leave with full pay

Pension and share incentive plan

Qualifications

• Some experience or exposure to utilities, land, or engineering surveying.
• Understanding of PAS 128 utilities survey standards.
• Competency in CAD or GIS packages.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out utilities surveys to support Power T&D works.
• Support planning and executing survey tasks to PAS 128 standards.
• Operate survey equipment under supervision.

Skills

Utilities surveying experience

Knowledge of PAS 128 standards

Basic survey equipment knowledge

Competency in CAD

Organisational skills

Health and safety awareness

Full UK driving licence

Education

Qualification in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS packages

GNSS

Total Stations

GPR

EML

Job description

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About The Role

Location: Lower Thames Crossing Project (Kent / Essex corridor with site-based work)

Reports To: Lead Utilities Surveyor / Utilities Survey Manager

We are seeking two Assistant Utilities Surveyors to support the Power T&D team on the Lower Thames Crossing one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects. This is an excellent opportunity for developing surveyors to gain hands‑on experience on a major project, working alongside senior colleagues and developing technical skills in utilities surveying.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out utilities surveys (buried and overhead) to support Power T&D works along the Lower Thames Crossing route.
• Support the Lead Utilities Surveyor in planning, setting up and executing survey tasks to PAS 128 standards.
• Operate survey equipment such as GNSS, total stations, EML and GPR under supervision.
• Help with collection, validation, and collation of asset data for CAD/GIS deliverables.
• Maintain accurate survey records, logs and as-built information.
• Assist with liaison to third-party stakeholders and statutory undertakers to verify asset information.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental requirements on site.
• Take part in training and development activities to progress towards senior survey roles.

Essential Qualifications

• Some experience or exposure to utilities, land, or engineering surveying (can include placement / internship).
• Understanding of PAS 128 utilities survey standards and HSG47 (or willingness to learn).
• Basic knowledge of survey equipment (total stations, GNSS, EML, GPR).
• Competency in CAD (AutoCAD, Civil 3D) or GIS packages to process survey data.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Qualifications

• Formal qualification (or working towards) in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or related discipline.
• CSCS card and relevant safety tickets.
• Experience on large infrastructure or power T&D projects.

Benefits

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About Us

Balfour Beatty’s Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks.

From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on‑going maintenance, our in‑house experts, flexible resources and industry‑leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK’s most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/.

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