Survey and Safety Technician

GAP Group Ltd.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

GAP Group Ltd. is looking for a Survey & Safety Technician to join their Survey Division in Manchester. The role involves inspecting and maintaining hire equipment used in construction and infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include performing safety checks and calibrating tools, ensuring they are workshop-ready.

The ideal candidate should have experience in a similar environment, a full UK driving license, and high IT literacy. Training will be provided, making attention to detail essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience as a survey technician in a busy depot or similar environment.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and maintain hire equipment before dispatch.
• Perform comprehensive safety checks and calibrate equipment.
• Complete necessary documentation and keep the workshop maintained.

Skills

Diagnosing and repairing survey equipment

High IT literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel)

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Job description

Location

United Kingdom, North West, Manchester Survey

Requester

Number of Positions to be Provided

1

Contract Hours

42.50

About the Role

The Role

Our Survey Division hires equipment such as robotic total stations, GPS kits, construction lasers, and other survey & safety products for the construction, utilities, and infrastructure sectors.

The Survey & Safety Technician will inspect, test, and maintain hire equipment before dispatch and after return. Responsibilities include performing comprehensive safety checks, calibrating equipment, completing necessary documentation, and ensuring the workshop is well‑maintained. Training is provided, and the role requires a willingness to learn and keen attention to detail. The successful candidate will keep core hire equipment available at all times.

About You

• Experience working as a survey technician within a busy depot or similar environment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair survey equipment.
• Ability to work on own initiative and assist other team members when required.
• High level of IT literacy – particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Full UK driving licence.

Equal Opportunity

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer and embrace the unique contributions each individual brings.