Utilities Surveyor

Utilities Surveyor

This challenging and exciting opportunity requires an individual with a strong technical background and demonstrable experience as a Utilities Surveyor. Candidates must be willing to travel to sites as required and possess a full UK driving licence and the ability to work in the UK without any sponsorship requirements.

Our client is a leading UK surveying consultancy based in northern England servicing the UK’s utilities and electricity transmission and distribution sectors for clients such as National Grid, and various DNO’s, IDNO’s and major private and public sector clients, as well as other sectors including commercial, industrial and infrastructure.

Our client will deepen its capacity to provide innovative solutions across their full suite of services, and they have a significant pipeline of projects including major infrastructure networks (OHL, UG cabling, sub-stations etc), microgrid solutions, gas / hydrogen-based generation and grid support through battery storage schemes. The company actively promotes partnering through all their contracts and are committed to achieving continual improvement with the objective of increasing their performance, future opportunities and making their workplace a platform for employee excellence.

Due to their commitment to ongoing growth and ownership of an increase in market share, our client now wishes to strengthen their operational team with the appointment of an experienced Utilities Surveyor. The main purpose of this position is to support the timely and successful delivery of projects in accordance with the contract programme, and without prejudice to the health and safety of employees, sub-contractors and the public, whilst also taking into full account all environmental considerations.

The Role

* Conduct comprehensive utility surveys using advanced surveying techniques and equipment.

* Accurately identify, locate, and map underground utilities including water, gas, electricity, telecommunications, and sewer systems under PAS
128 standards.

* Utilise Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), electromagnetic locators, and other surveying tools to collect data and create detailed utility maps.

* Collaborate with managers, engineers and clients to ensure survey objectives are met and deliverables are of the highest quality.

* Adhere to health and safety guidelines and regulations while working in diverse environments and conditions.

* Provide technical expertise and support to junior surveying staff as needed

The Person

* A relevant qualification in Utility Mapping and Surveying or equivalent work experience

* Proven expertise as a Utility Surveyor

* Proficiency in using surveying equipment such as GPR, electromagnetic locators, Total Stations, Leica and GPS systems, for example

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.

* Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

* Possess a valid UK driving license and the willingness to travel to project sites UK as required

* You must have the right to work in the UK (no visa / sponsorship is available)

* An instinct for establishing safe and productive project processes

An attractive salary and package are on offer, along with longevity, security and continuation of work for the successful candidate, given the company’s significant forward order workload, and their continued commitment to sustainable and profitable growth