Site Surveyor

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Sizewell; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

S&B Utilities is seeking a Site Surveyor for Sizewell C Nuclear Power Station, responsible for surveying, setting out, dimensional control and verification services during design, construction, testing and commissioning.

The role supports engineering, construction and commissioning teams with precise survey data and as-built records across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Degree in surveying or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in engineering or construction surveying.
• Proficient with Total Stations, GPS/GNSS and survey software.
• Experience producing setting out, dimensional control and as-built surveys.
• Familiarity with CAD and survey data management systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Desirable: nuclear/utilities/water infrastructure experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out setting out for civil, structural, mechanical and utility installations.
• Establish and maintain survey control points and site networks.
• Perform dimensional, topographical and as-built surveys throughout the project lifecycle.
• Verify works against drawings, specs and tolerances.
• Provide accurate survey data and setting-out information to teams.
• Produce survey reports, records and technical documentation.
• Support QA, inspections and tolerance checks.
• Assist with handover documentation and BIM requirements.

Skills

Total Stations

GPS/GNSS equipment

Survey software

Setting out

Dimensional control

As-built surveys

CAD

Education

Degree in Surveying

HNC/HND in Surveying or Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Survey data management systems

Job description

Location: On site / Sizewell, Leiston, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Engineering | General
Salary: Competitive salary

CONTRACT TYPE: PERMANENT

SALARY: COMPETITIVE

CLOSING DATE: 23 RD SEPTEMBER 2026

The Site Surveyor is responsible for providing surveying, setting out, dimensional control and verification services for the design, construction, testing and commissioning of the Foul Treatment Plant (FTP) and Potable Water Plant (PWP) at Sizewell C Nuclear Power Station.

The role ensures that all construction activities are delivered accurately and in accordance with approved designs, specifications and project tolerances. The Site Surveyor will support engineering, construction and commissioning teams by providing precise survey data, setting out information and as-built records throughout the project lifecycle.

The role briefly encompasses the following duties but is not limited to: -

• Carrying out setting out activities for civil, structural, mechanical and utility installations.
• Establishing and maintaining survey control points and site survey networks.
• Conducting dimensional, topographical and as-built surveys throughout the project lifecycle.
• Verifying construction works against approved drawings, specifications and project tolerances.
• Supporting engineering, construction and commissioning teams with accurate survey data.
• Producing survey reports, records and technical documentation.
• Assisting with quality assurance activities, inspections and tolerance checks.
• Supporting handover documentation, asset records and BIM requirements.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills/experience/ attributes:

• Experience: Minimum 5 years' experience in engineering or construction surveying.
• Qualifications: Degree, HNC or HND in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or a related discipline.
• Technical Skills: Competent in the use of Total Stations, GPS/GNSS equipment and survey software.
• Surveying Experience: Proven experience producing setting out, dimensional control and as-built surveys.
• Software Knowledge: Familiarity with CAD and survey data management systems.
• Construction Knowledge: Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence.
• Desirable: Experience within nuclear, utilities, water treatment, wastewater or major infrastructure projects.

What we do:

S&B Utilities is committed to providing reliable and efficient mechanical and electrical services to our community. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, our expertise spans all aspects of water treatment, from clean to wastewater, ensuring your systems run smoothly and efficiently.

We also offer comprehensive civil engineering services, including:

MEICA (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation)

Our devoted team is focused on providing exceptional solutions customised to fit our clients requirements. Here at S&B Utilities, our main priorities are excellence and reliability.

Joining S&B Utilities means becoming part of a team that values collaboration, diversity, and professional development.