Junior Surveyor

Matchtech; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a Junior Surveyor for a landmark UK nuclear power project near Bristol. You will support field operations, data collection, and quality checks across the site, working with experienced surveyors and the Survey Team Manager. Proficiency with Leica equipment, digital levels, 3D laser scanners, and GPS is advantageous.

The role offers hybrid site work and strong development potential. The ideal candidate has foundational surveying knowledge, hands-on instrument familiarity, and

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of core surveying techniques, measurement principles, and basic data processing.
• Practical experience with key survey instruments (Leica Total Stations, Digital Levels, Scanners, GPS).
• Experience in large industrial, construction, or major project environments is advantageous.
• Able to obtain UK background vetting and security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operational Support: Follow technical instructions from lead Surveyors to carry out a range of classic surveying operations across the site.
• Instrumentation: Operate specialized survey equipment on-site, including Leica Total Stations, digital levels, 3D laser scanners, and GPS units (rover and static).
• Quality Verification: Conduct fundamental quality checks to verify field survey activities align with schedules and quality standards.
• Documentation: Review and apply relevant technical specifications and project documentation; assist in drafting surveillance reports and technical records.
• Data Processing: Assist in basic survey data processing, reduction, and initial quality checks following field measurements.

Skills

Survey Technical Knowledge

Equipment Experience

Industry Background

Vetting Capability

Job description

Junior Surveyor

• Location: Bristol, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

• Job Type: Full-time

• Salary/Package: Competitive + Comprehensive Benefits

• Security Clearance: UK Background Check / Vetting Required

About the Client:

Our client is an international engineering and technical services leader employing over 8,000 professionals across the UK. They are widely recognised for delivering major clean energy, sustainability, and infrastructure developments within a supportive, diverse, and ethical culture.

Employees benefit from an exceptional corporate package that includes free single private medical cover, digital GP access, enhanced parental leave, and full reimbursement for relevant professional memberships and ongoing development. They also support active community engagement through matched funding, paid volunteering, and charitable programmes.

About the Opportunity:

This role is embedded directly within a landmark, multi-billion-pound UK nuclear power new-build project (Hinkley Point C). Generating 3.26GW of secure, low-carbon energy to power around 6 million homes, this landmark development represents one of the largest infrastructure undertakings in Europe.

As a Junior Surveyor, you will work closely with experienced Surveyors and the wider Survey Team Manager to support core field operations, data collection, and quality checks across the site. This role provides an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious individual to build a career in engineering survey within a mega-project environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Fieldwork & Survey Operations

• Operational Support: Follow technical instructions from lead Surveyors to carry out a range of classic surveying operations across the site.

• Instrumentation: Operate specialized survey equipment on-site, including Leica Total Stations, digital levels, 3D laser scanners, and GPS units (rover and static).

Quality Assurance & Reporting

• Quality Verification: Conduct fundamental quality checks to verify that all field survey activities align strictly with project schedules, accuracy requirements, and quality standards.

• Documentation: Review and apply relevant technical specifications and project documentation; assist in drafting surveillance reports and technical records for approval by the Survey Team Manager.

• Data Processing: Assist in basic survey data processing, reduction, and initial quality checks following field measurements.

Candidate Profile:

Requirements & Experience

• Survey Technical Knowledge: Foundational understanding of core surveying techniques, measurement principles, and basic data processing.

• Equipment Experience: Practical experience or familiarity using key survey instruments (ideally Leica equipment, Total Stations, Digital Levels, Scanners, or GPS).

• Industry Background: Previous exposure to a large industrial, construction, or major project environment is advantageous.

• Vetting Capability: Able to obtain UK background vetting and security clearance.

Personal Attributes & Skills

• Precision & Accuracy: Detail-orientated approach with a strong focus on technical accuracy and results delivery.

• Adaptability & Resilience: Flexible, well-organised, and able to prioritise tasks effectively while maintaining composure under pressure.

• Team Collaboration: Strong communication skills with a diplomatic, team-focused approach to working alongside engineers, site teams, and line managers.