Utilities Surveyor

Tetra Tech Europe; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech Europe is seeking an Utilities Surveyor to deliver utility mapping and surveying across UK infrastructure and development projects. You will apply advanced detection and mapping techniques, supporting safe, accurate project delivery and working within a collaborative team.

You’ll contribute to technically challenging projects, using GPR, GNSS, and Total Stations, delivering precise outputs while upholding health, safety and quality standards. Hybrid working arrangements are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in utility surveying and PAS 128 methodologies is essential.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, GNSS and Total Station survey techniques.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Topographic surveying experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver utility surveys using electromagnetic detection and GPR techniques.
• Apply PAS 128 M1–M4(P) methodologies and industry best practice.
• Produce 2D/3D survey outputs to project standards.
• Maintain health, safety and quality on site.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet project objectives.

Skills

GPR

GNSS

Total Stations

AutoCAD

Education

QCF Level 3/5 Utility Mapping

Tools

AutoCAD

Total Station

GNSS equipment

Job description

Join a team delivering technically complex projects that shape infrastructure, development and environmental improvement across the UK. At Tetra Tech, you’ll work with advanced survey technology, support high-profile projects and be part of a collaborative environment where technical expertise and professional growth are genuinely valued.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

As a Utilities Surveyor, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality utility mapping and surveying services across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and development projects. Working within a skilled and growing team, you will apply advanced detection and mapping techniques to support safe, accurate and efficient project delivery.

This role offers the opportunity to work across varied environments, contributing to technically challenging projects that help clients reduce risk, improve decision-making and maintain compliance with industry standards. You will be trusted to manage field activities professionally, deliver accurate survey outputs and uphold high standards of health, safety and quality.

Your Impact in this Position

You’ll contribute directly to the successful delivery of utility and infrastructure projects by producing accurate, reliable survey data that informs critical engineering and construction decisions. Using technologies such as GPR, GNSS and Total Stations, you’ll help identify underground assets, improve site safety and support efficient project planning.

Your technical expertise, professionalism and collaborative approach will help strengthen project delivery across the UK and occasionally internationally, while contributing to a positive and high-performing team culture.

Core Capabilities

Technical Survey Expertise

• Deliver utility surveys using electromagnetic detection and GPR techniques
• Work to PAS 128 M1–M4(P) methodologies and industry best practice
• Operate modern survey equipment including GNSS and Total Stations

Data Processing & Presentation

• Process, interpret and present survey information using AutoCAD and related software
• Produce accurate 2D and 3D survey outputs to agreed project standards

Health, Safety & Quality

• Maintain strong health and safety standards on site
• Apply safe systems of work confidently across varied project environments

Project Delivery & Collaboration

• Support efficient delivery of technically complex projects
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams and clients to achieve project objectives

Adaptability & Professionalism

• Operate effectively across different locations and working environments
• Demonstrate a proactive, solutions-focused and professional approach

Training, Qualifications & Experience

Experience in utility surveying and PAS 128 methodologies is essential, alongside knowledge of AutoCAD, GNSS and Total Station survey techniques. A full UK driving licence is required. Topographic surveying experience and QCF Level 3 or Level 5 Utility Mapping qualifications would be advantageous.

Working Environment

This role offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements where practical, combined with site-based project delivery across the UK and occasional overseas work. Travel, overnight stays and occasional weekend or night work may be required depending on project needs. You’ll be supported by a collaborative team environment with opportunities for development, progression and chartership support.

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who Leading with Science to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role