Senior Utility Surveyor

Freedom Group; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering and services is seeking a Senior Utility Surveyor with extensive experience in conducting surveys. The role involves utilizing advanced utility detection tools and producing detailed reports. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement and a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive salary and commercial fleet vehicle.

Benefits

Commercial Fleet Vehicle

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Sick Pay

Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits such as Dental Insurance

Gym Memberships

Travel Insurance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience conducting surveys across various industries.
• Knowledge of PAS 128 and proficiency in utility detection instruments.

Responsibilities

• Producing detailed PAS 128 compliant surveys for analysis.
• Utilizing equipment to conduct surveys and resolve planning issues.
• Producing timely and accurate reports as per project requirements.

Skills

Utility Surveys

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Electromagnetic Locators

Ground Penetrating Radar

GPS

Total Stations

Survey Software

Job description

Salary: Competitive + Commercial Fleet Vehicle + Flexible Benefits

Summary

Freedom Professional Services is currently recruiting an experienced Senior Utility Surveyor. The successful candidate should have extensive experience conducting surveys across various industries and locations. Knowledge of PAS 128 is essential, along with proficiency in utility detection instruments, location tools, and data post-processing for detailed utility surveys.

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, including home, site, and office work.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Producing detailed PAS 128 compliant surveys for analysis by planners, builders, and cartographers.
2. Utilizing equipment such as electromagnetic locators, GPRs, GPS, TS, and conventional methods to conduct surveys.
3. Resolving practical planning and development issues on-site.
4. Verifying and validating information rigorously before handover.
5. Interpreting data using drawings, maps, charts, and plans.
6. Using CAD and other IT software for data interpretation and presentation.
7. Keeping up-to-date with new and emerging technologies.
8. Verifying plans, drawings, and quantities for accuracy.
9. Monitoring and interpreting contract design documents.
10. Producing timely and accurate reports as per project requirements.
11. Addressing technical difficulties and other problems promptly.

Additional responsibilities:

1. Collaborating effectively with project personnel to meet project standards.
2. Supporting the business and team members in achieving objectives.
3. Performing tasks assigned by the Survey Manager.

Candidate requirements:

• Experience with electromagnetic locators and ground penetrating radar.
• Experience with GPS and Total Stations.
• Experience with utility and CCTV surveys.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Experience supervising small teams and resolving issues with staff and management.
• Knowledge of survey software such as n4ce, IQMaps, GRED HD, or Wincan (desirable).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Commercial Fleet Vehicle.
• Pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Sick Pay.
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental health and well-being.
• Flexible benefits such as Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, and more.

Next steps:

We value inclusivity and fairness in our recruitment process. If you need accommodations during the application or interview stages, please inform us. We will work with you to meet your needs.

About Us

Freedom is part of the NG Bailey Group, a leading UK engineering and services company founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3,000 employees. We are committed to developing our people through ongoing training and support, offering clear career progression paths.