Trainee Utility Surveyor: Learn GPR & Mapping

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland; Holborough Lakes; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme (where applicable)

Employee recognition programmes

Family-friendly support

Exclusive retail discounts

Employee assistance programmes

Enhanced company pension

Job summary

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is seeking a motivated Trainee Utility Surveyor to join our Monitoring & Surveying Division in the Midlands region. You will undergo a 12‑month training programme, gaining hands-on experience under mentorship from senior surveyors to launch a long‑term surveying career.

You will assist with GPR surveys, map production, site data collection, and safe field practices while building client relationships and developing essential CAD skills.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in surveying, construction, or civil engineering.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills in utility detection and mapping.
• Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• A full UK driving licence (travel across the Midlands area required).
• Positive, reliable, and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with utility detection surveys using Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and other surveying equipment.
• Supporting senior surveyors in producing accurate utility maps and CAD drawings.
• Helping to gather and record site data to industry standards.
• Working safely on-site, following health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Developing strong working relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Learning to interpret utility records and drawings to assist in survey delivery.

Skills

Interest in surveying

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Teamwork & communication

Full UK driving licence

Positive proactive attitude

Job description

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is seeking a motivated Trainee Utility Surveyor to join our Monitoring & Surveying Division in the Midlands region. You will undergo a 12‑month training programme, gaining hands-on experience under mentorship from senior surveyors to launch a long‑term surveying career.

You will assist with GPR surveys, map production, site data collection, and safe field practices while building client relationships and developing essential CAD skills.