Utility Surveyor

Vision Survey - Engineering a Shared Vision; Crawley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK engineering firm based in Crawley is seeking a Utility Surveyor to join their team. This role involves working with modern surveying methods and providing accurate reports on utility assets. The ideal candidate will have experience with GPS and GPR systems and a clean driving license. Competitive salaries and a robust employee benefits package are offered, along with opportunities for continuous training and development.

Benefits

Competitive salaries (DOE)

Flexible working options

Staff benefits package

Pension Scheme

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

IT & Phone Package

Social events

Continuous training

Qualifications

• Experience using electromagnetic location and ground penetrating radar.
• Solid understanding of utility detection industry practices and standards.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workloads.

Responsibilities

• Record underground utility assets and manhole inspection reports.
• Provide completed utility survey reports.
• Maintain and manage survey equipment.

Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Electromagnetic location experience

GPS/GNSS systems

Client interaction

Education

CSCS Card folder

QCF Level 3 or 5 for utility mapping

Tools

Total Stations

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a Utility Surveyor at Vision Survey Ltd. Location: Crawley (Utilities - South). We work on large UK construction projects with offices in the Midlands & South-East. Vision Survey aims to be the number one supplier of Engineering and Utility Services in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Working with modern survey methods and survey devices such as total stations, GPS, and data collectors.
• Accurately and consistently record underground utility assets and manhole inspection reports.
• Provide the Project Managers and CAD Operators with completed utility survey reports in line with Vision Survey and industry standards.
• Build and maintain client relationships to deliver to client expectations.
• Assist with detailed field and office surveying assignments.
• Check the quality of information collected onsite and ensure successful transition to deliverables.
• Ensure that all survey kit is maintained and well-kept.
• Take responsibility for other surveyors and junior team members on site and in the office.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and effectively prioritise workloads.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, demonstrate flexibility, and contribute positively to the team.
• Experience using electromagnetic location and ground penetrating radar, as well as GPS/GNSS systems.
• Solid understanding of industry practices and standards related to utility detection (e.g., PAS 128 and TSA).
• Working knowledge of surveying equipment, including GPR and electromagnetic location detection tools.
• Willingness to travel to various sites across the country.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and interact with clients on-site.
• CCTV/Drainage operatives who are eager to learn surveying skills will also be considered.
• A clean and valid manual driving licence is necessary.

Desirable

• CSCS Card folder (required before starting)
• Total Station Experience
• GPR Post Processing Experience
• AutoCAD / N4CE experience
• Topographical Surveying Experience
• QCF Level 3 or Level 5 for utility mapping

Job Benefits

• Competitive salaries (DOE)
• Flexible working options post probation
• Staff benefits package including discounts at retailers and gym memberships
• Pension Scheme
• Health Insurance (Vitality)
• Life Insurance
• IT & Phone Package
• Social events throughout the year (e.g., Annual General Meeting, Summer Event, and Christmas Event)
• Continuous on-the-job training and development

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Management
• Industries: Construction

Vision Survey is an equal opportunities employer committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage suitably qualified applications regardless of race, disability, age, sex, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, or religion or belief.