Hydrographic Surveyor

Morson Edge; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy is seeking a Hydrographic Surveyor to join their Asset Improvement Team. This role involves surveying waterways across England and Wales, processing data, and ensuring it is actionable for environmental projects. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field, proven hydrographic surveying experience, and strong communication skills. Competitive benefits include a hybrid working option, 25 days annual leave, and a DC Pension Scheme that doubles employee contributions up to 10%.

Benefits

Competitive DC Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive discounts

2 paid volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hydrographic surveying required.
• Experience in boat handling is essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Mobilise and calibrate hydrographic survey equipment.
• Carry out hydrographic surveys to plan and quality standards.
• Process, analyse, and interpret survey data.

Skills

Hydrographic surveying

Boat handling

GIS tools

Communication skills

Driving a 4x4

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

HYPACK

Job description

Hydrographic Surveyor

Location: Hybrid – administratively based from Leeds or Newark hubs.
Salary: £36,250 – £38,875 (depending on experience).
Contract type: Permanent, full‑time.
Travel: Regular travel across England & Wales (approx. 30‑35 nights away per year).

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Hydrographic Surveyor to join our fantastic Asset Improvement Team, playing a key role in surveying and managing the Trust's extensive network of canals, rivers, reservoirs, and docks across England and Wales.
You'll be part of a small, skilled team responsible for collecting, processing, analysing, and presenting spatial information about the waterway environment – vital data that supports dredging, reservoir safety, and engineering projects.
Working closely with the Senior Hydrographic Surveyor, you'll help plan and carry out multibeam and single beam echosounder surveys, process data using industry software, and ensure outputs are accurate and actionable for use across the organisation.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands‑on fieldwork, travelling, and working outdoors, while also contributing to essential environmental and engineering projects.

Key responsibilities

• Mobilise and calibrate hydrographic survey equipment.
• Carry out hydrographic surveys to plan and quality standards.
• Process, analyse, and interpret survey data for use across the Trust.
• Maintain and service the team's survey boats and equipment.
• Support prioritisation of dredging and asset management works.
• Engage positively with customers and local communities while surveying.
• Respond to internal and external enquiries relating to waterway assets.
• Demonstrate and uphold Trust values around safety, diversity, and inclusion.

About you

You will be a motivated team player who enjoys varied work and travelling across the UK. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced surveyor seeking a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
You'll need to be comfortable driving a 4x4 and towing a boat trailer, as all survey operations begin from Tinsley Marina, Sheffield, where our equipment and vessels are based. Don’t worry – full training will be provided on boat handling and survey operations.

Essential qualifications and skills

• Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• Proven experience in hydrographic surveying.
• Experience in boat handling.
• Working knowledge of HYPACK (or equivalent) and GIS tools.
• Familiarity with GNSS, echosounders, and sound velocity probes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence (minimum 3 years).

Desirable

• Working towards professional membership (e.g. AssocRICS, TCInstCES).
• Experience collaborating across technical and operational teams.

What we offer

• Competitive DC Pension Scheme – we’ll double your contributions up to 10%.
• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + bank holidays + holiday purchase scheme.
• Hybrid working – home‑based with access to our Leeds or Newark hubs.
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to confidential counselling and advice.
• Exclusive discounts – including boating holidays, retail offers, and more.
• 2 paid volunteering days per year for local community projects.

Join us

If you're a detail‑driven surveyor who loves being on (and around) the water, this is your chance to use your technical skills to help protect and enhance the UK's waterways.

Apply now

Apply now and help shape the future of our national waterway network.