Topographical Surveyors

Murphy Geospatial, a Woolpert Company; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Company van for work-related travel

Career progression pathways

Employee assistance program

Flexible working arrangements

Access to cutting-edge technology

Job summary

A leading surveying firm in London is seeking an experienced Topographical Surveyor to manage various projects within their Aviation Department. The successful candidate will deliver precise geospatial data while collaborating with a technical team. Key responsibilities include leading survey projects and maintaining equipment. Candidates must possess relevant qualifications and experience in surveying practices. Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development are provided in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience delivering land surveys.
• Experience working to high safety standards.
• Flexibility to travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead and set up survey projects.
• Undertake various types of surveys using specialised equipment.
• Process field data with software such as AutoCAD.
• Maintain survey equipment.

Skills

Land surveys delivery

GPS and Total Stations

2D / 3D AutoCAD

Cyclone or similar scanning software

Written and spoken English

Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Strong technical knowledge

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Relevant degree or qualification in surveying

Tools

Survey instrumentation

Post-processing software

Job description

Topographical Surveyor

Location: London, England

The Opportunity:

We are currently seeking a Topographical Surveyor to join our Aviation Department in London. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a wide range of high‑profile projects with national clients across the aviation sector. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering accurate geospatial data and collaborating with a highly skilled technical team. You will report directly to the Operations Manager and will be primarily site‑based across the London area, with access to ongoing professional development.

What will I be doing in this role?

• Leading and setting up survey projects.
• Undertaking various types of survey sessions using specialised equipment and technology.
• Working with modern survey methods and devices such as total stations, GNSS and data collectors.
• Establishing survey controls, setting out gridlines, levelling, traversing and other land surveying work.
• Recording surveying information accurately and consistently on site to the agreed specification and scope.
• Processing field data into the office, post‑processing with software such as AutoCAD.
• Assisting with detailed field and office surveying assignments.
• Ensuring that all survey kit is maintained and well kept.
• Delivering to company policies, procedures, standards and best practices.
• Working with the Project Manager to assist with quoting for jobs.
• Performing any other duties as required by the business.

Requirements of the role:

• At least 3 years’ experience delivering land surveys.
• A relevant degree or qualification in surveying or a related discipline; candidates with suitable skills and proven experience will also be considered.
• Competent user of survey instrumentation – GPS, Total Stations & 3D scanners.
• Competent user of 2D / 3D AutoCAD.
• Experience with Cyclone or similar scanning software.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Experience of working to high safety standards.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Knowledge of role‑related post‑processing software.
• Strong technical knowledge.
• An ambition to learn and develop.
• Flexibility to travel nationwide as required by our clients.

Key attributes needed:

• Ability to work as part of a team or independently, follow instructions, and be innovative.
• Assist in mentoring junior/assistant level staff.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and industry standards.
• Company pension scheme.
• Company van provided for work‑related travel, with limited personal use permitted.
• Clear career progression pathways within Murphy Geospatial and Woolpert.
• Employee assistance program and wellbeing initiatives.
• Flexible working arrangements where possible.
• Access to cutting‑edge technology and tools.

Why build your career with Murphy Geospatial?

• Widely Recognised: We are widely recognised as one of the most experienced, professional, innovative, and technologically proficient surveying companies today.
• Cutting Edge Technologies: We use only the very latest technological equipment.
• Support network: We pride ourselves on our excellent support network of employees and management who are always eager to help each other.
• Equality & Opportunity: We are fully committed to a policy of equality of opportunity in our employment practices.
• Breadth of Experience: We branch across all sectors, giving our staff opportunities to gain a broad base of knowledge and experience.
• Learning & Growth: We support and develop our people to enhance their technical and personal competencies towards the achievement of their ambitions.
• Exclusive Clients: We are proud to work with a broad spectrum of exclusive clients.

Murphy Geospatial are proud to be an employer of equal opportunities. We encourage people with different beliefs, abilities, backgrounds and relevant life experiences to apply to our vacancies.

To all agencies: Please refrain from contacting any employee of Murphy Geospatial about this requisition. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of Murphy Geospatial’s application process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid, unless such agencies were engaged by Murphy Geospatial’s Talent Acquisition Team for this requisition and a valid agreement is in place.