Utility Surveyor

LandScope Engineering; Church Stretton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Company pension

Cycle to Work

Professional development

Job summary

LandScope Engineering, based in Shropshire, is seeking motivated Utility Surveyors to join our Underground Utility Survey teams. You will work with the latest survey technologies and contribute to delivering PAS128-compliant surveys across diverse projects.

This role offers strong career progression within a growing multi-disciplinary team. You will be supported by ongoing training, field leadership opportunities, and exposure to challenging utility and geospatial projects across the region.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience minimum as an Underground Utility Surveyor.
• Holding or working towards a ProQual qualification is preferred.
• Proficiency with Radiodetection and Vivax locating equipment is required.
• Competency with Ground Penetrating Radar systems.
• Experience delivering PAS128 utility surveys.
• Strong AutoCAD knowledge and survey deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Deliver PAS128-compliant underground utility surveys.
• Lead/ supervise field teams and mentor junior survey staff.
• Produce survey outputs using AutoCAD and related tools.
• Maintain equipment and ensure site safety and compliance.
• Travel as needed to client sites and stays away from home when required.

Skills

Underground surveys

Radiodetection locating

Vivax locating

Ground penetrating radar

AutoCAD

Site surveying

Health & safety

Team supervision

Communication skills

Driving licence

Education

ProQual qualification

Job description

Department: Fieldwork

Location: Shropshire

Description

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Location: Shropshire

Salary: Competitive

About Us

Established in 2004, LandScope Engineering is one of the UK's leading surveying companies, specialising in integrated survey solutions above ground, below ground and underwater.

With over 20 years' experience, our team provides specialist surveying services across a wide range of sectors, combining technical expertise with innovative technologies to deliver reliable, efficient and high-quality survey solutions for our clients.

Part of the Celnor Group

Celnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.

While each business retains its own identity, culture and technical specialism, all are supported by a central group function that invests in people, systems and long-term sustainable growth.

About the Role

We are seeking motivated and committed Utility Surveyors to join our Underground Utility Survey teams based in Shropshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary surveying business offering strong career progression opportunities and exposure to a wide variety of underground utility and geospatial projects. You will work with the latest survey technologies and have the opportunity to develop your technical expertise while contributing to the continued growth of the utilities department.

The role would suit an experienced Utility Surveyor who is looking to further develop their career within a growing and technically diverse business.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver underground utility surveys to PAS128 standards
• Undertake utility mapping projects using electromagnetic locating and ground penetrating radar technologies
• Operate Radiodetection and Vivax electromagnetic locating equipment
• Carry out ground penetrating radar surveys using a range of industry-standard systems
• Process and interpret survey data to produce accurate deliverables
• Produce and review survey outputs using AutoCAD
• Support projects involving topographical and drainage survey information
• Supervise trainee surveyors and provide guidance and training where required
• Lead field teams on utility survey projects
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard
• Maintain survey equipment and ensure operational readiness
• Contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the utilities department

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• Minimum two years' experience working as an Underground Utility Surveyor
• Hold or be working towards a ProQual qualification
• Highly proficient in the use of Radiodetection and Vivax electromagnetic locating equipment
• Competent in the operation of Ground Penetrating Radar systems
• Experience delivering PAS128 utility surveys
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Understanding of drainage principles in relation to site surveys and design
• Experience delivering high-quality work within agreed timescales
• Awareness of topographical survey principles
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior survey staff
• Strong health and safety awareness and commitment to safe systems of work
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel regularly and stay away from home when required

What We're Looking For

We are looking for enthusiastic and technically capable surveyors who are keen to develop their careers within a growing and multi-disciplinary business.

The successful candidates will be reliable, professional and committed to delivering high-quality work. You will enjoy working as part of a team, be comfortable taking ownership of survey projects, and have a genuine interest in developing your skills and supporting others within the department.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and provide a range of benefits including:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

LandScope Engineering is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can succeed.

Important information

Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.

We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.