CAD Technician Surveyor

Collett & Sons Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-modal transportation company based in Bradford is seeking a CAD Technician Surveyor. The role involves working on transport assessments and liaising with clients while using AutoCAD software. Ideal candidates should have A Level qualifications and experience in transport or engineering standards. Benefits include 28 days of holiday and pension contributions.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Company pension contributions

Holiday purchase scheme

Qualifications

• Good level of 2D AutoCAD experience; 3D experience is an advantage.
• Knowledge of transport and/or engineering/surveying standards.
• Valid driving license and passport for UK and EU travel.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Swept Path Analysis using AutoCAD.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, and colleagues.
• Conduct route surveying and analysis.

Skills

2D AutoCAD experience

Communication skills

Understanding of transport engineering

Self-motivation

Team player

Education

Qualified to A Level standard

Tools

AutoCAD software

Job description

Overview

Collett & Sons have an exciting opportunity for a CAD Technician Surveyor to join the team.

Location: Bradford, BD12 0QY

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Salary: Competitive

About Us:

Collett & Sons Ltd is a successful family-owned Company. It has developed into a multi-modal operator and has been set into 4 closely run Divisions to reflect the diverse nature of the business and clients it serves.

- Transport - Undertaking General transport, Freight Forwarding and Warehousing

- Heavy Lift & Projects - Heavy transport, Lifting & Project management

- Marine - Vessel Chartering operations, Port and Ships Agency service

- Consulting - Undertaking Route surveying, site access studies & reporting

As part of their operations, Collett have a world-renowned reputation for the delivery of Wind Turbine components (and other Indivisible Abnormal Load movements) in the Renewable Energy industry. The consulting department has been developed with this unique in-house expertise and is responsible for the company s abnormal load transport planning and reporting.

The continued expansion of the Consulting division is focused on developing in the Renewables sector and therefore the opportunity has arisen to appoint a CAD technician / surveyor to provide the services listed below, in relation to Traffic and Transport Assessments and reporting.

The Company carries ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO 27001 and ISO45001 certification.

The Role

CAD Technician Surveyor - The Role:

Working as part of the Consulting team, this appointment will report directly to the Consulting Manager. The role is office based but will require site meetings and attendance on a UK and sometimes EU basis from time to time.

Responsibilities

• Carry out SPA (Swept Path Analysis) via our AutoCAD software
• Assessing, reviewing and designing loading and transport methods using CAD
• Production of route assessment and project reports and CAD drawings
• Have direct contact and communicate with clients, contractors and colleagues
• Carry out route surveying and analysis
• Carry out land-based topographical surveying using calibrated instruments and surveying equipment

You

• Qualified to A Level standard
• Knowledge of transport and/or engineering/surveying standards and best practices
• Experience with CDM regulations
• Good level of 2D AutoCAD experience. 3D AutoCAD would be an advantage but not essential
• Experience of working in a pro-active manner, self-motivated and well organised
• An effective team player who is articulate, numeric and confident
• Must have excellent communication skills with client/colleagues/contractors
• A valid Driving License and Passport is essential as UK and some European travel will be expected (incorporating overnight stays when required) to attend site meetings and service client requirements as required

Additional knowledge (advantageous)

• Understanding of Mechanical and or Civil Engineering principles
• Route planning and logistics industry
• Planning applications and processes

Benefits

• 28 days Holiday per year including Bank Holiday
• Company contributions to the Company pension scheme is offered subject to conditions
• Holiday Purchase Scheme subject to conditions

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