Utility Mapping Surveyor

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Burtonwood; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated company vehicle

MediCash healthcare cover

Employee Benefits Scheme

24 days paid holiday plus bank hols

Pension scheme

Job summary

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd. seeks an experienced Utility Mapping Surveyor to support major engineering schemes across Warrington and the North West. This role involves deploying high-density radar systems for accurate subsurface mapping and coordinating with multidisciplinary clients.

You will conduct PAS 128-compliant investigations, connect survey marks to project coordinates, and deliver formal survey reports. A UK driving licence and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years' direct site experience in utility mapping to PAS 128 M1P–M4P.
• Proficiency in EML operation, high-density GPR (Stream C), Total Stations, and GNSS; AutoCAD drafting.
• Experience issuing formal utility survey reports and permits to dig.
• Full clean UK driving licence; willingness to travel and stay away for night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Carry out underground utility investigations using PAS 128-compliant methods.
• Perform topographic utility pickups with Total Stations and GNSS to national/project grid coordinates.
• Process detection data and prepare subsurface utility drawings in AutoCAD.
• Draft PAS 128 utility survey reports, chamber inspection records and dig permits.
• Serve as technical on-site contact, providing clear advice and meeting milestones safely.

Skills

Utility mapping experience

GPR (multichannel/high-density)

EML operation

Total Stations

GNSS instruments

AutoCAD drafting

Site surveying

Driving licence (UK)

Education

NVQ qualifications in surveying

CSCS

NRSWA

First Aid

Tools

AutoCAD

EML equipment

GPR (Stream C)

GNSS receivers

Total Stations

Job description

Utility Mapping Surveyor

Salary:
£35,000 – £45,000 per annum (commensurate with experience) + Paid Overtime / Travel Allowance + Company Vehicle

Location:
Warrington and Surrounding Areas (Field-based with regional travel and flexible working arrangements)

Right to work in the UK required; sponsorship not available.

Are you a self-motivated, quality-driven Utility Mapping Surveyor looking to secure long-term progression within a Tier 1 Specialist Consultancy?

A Leading Specialist is expanding its regional footprint and seeking an experienced Utility Mapping Surveyor to support major engineering and civil schemes across Warrington and the wider North West. This is a pivotal role offering the chance to deploy advanced high-density radar systems and establish high-accuracy subsurface mapping for multidisciplinary clients.

The Opportunity

• Conducting rigorous underground utility investigations using modern EML and GPR equipment adhering strictly to PAS 128 standards.
• Executing topographical utility pickups using Total Stations and GNSS equipment to connect subsurface marks to national/project grid coordinates.
• Processing raw detection datasets and compiling verified subsurface utility layout drawings utilizing AutoCAD.
• Producing thorough technical documentation, including PAS 128 utility survey reports, chamber inspection records, and site-specific permits to dig.
• Acting as a technical point of contact on site, providing clear technical advice and ensuring project milestones are met safely and efficiently.

Technical Essentials

• Mandatory: 2–3+ years' direct site experience in utility mapping with verified competence working to PAS 128 survey types (M1P–M4P).
• Compliance/Systems: Demonstrated proficiency in EML operation, multi-channel or high-density array GPR (such as Stream C), Total Stations, GNSS instruments, and AutoCAD drafting. GPR post-processing and CCTV drainage survey experience advantageous.
• Experience: Comprehensive field-to-finish project delivery, sound understanding of land survey fundamentals, and experience issuing formal utility survey reports and permits to dig.
• Mobility: Full clean UK driving licence. Willingness to accommodate variable shift rosters (including night shifts) and occasional lodging away as operational requirements dictate.

The Package

• Base salary of £35,000 – £45,000 per annum, enhanced by paid overtime and travel allowance.
• Dedicated company vehicle, company laptop, and corporate smartphone.
• 24 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.
• Contributory company pension scheme, MediCash healthcare cover, and Employee Benefits Scheme.
• Comprehensive structured training pipeline including NVQ qualifications, CSCS, NRSWA, First Aid, and specialist radar analysis modules.