Utility Surveyor

Moon Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Moon Recruitment is seeking an experienced Utility Surveyor to join our growing survey team across the UK. You’ll deliver utility and topographical surveys using industry-leading techniques and equipment.

The role involves locating underground utilities, producing CAD drawings from survey data, post-processing GPR data, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to QA/QC and project delivery.

Qualifications

• MUST have 2+ years as Utility Surveyor.
• Experience with GPR and electromagnetic locating techniques.
• Experience using CAD software and producing CAD drawings from survey data.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking utility and/or topographical surveys.
• Locating underground utilities using EM locators and GPR.
• Carrying out manhole lifting, observations and measurements.
• Using Total Station and GPS/GNSS equipment.
• Producing utility survey drawings and reports.
• Producing CAD drawings from survey data.
• Post-processing GPR data.
• Maintaining and managing survey equipment.
• Supporting QA/QC compliance and company standards.
• Troubleshooting and resolving on-site issues.
• Mentoring and supporting less experienced team members.
• Contributing to the development of the survey department.

Skills

GPR

EM Locating

Education

Surveying-related qualification

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Location: We have roles based all over the UK, happy to chat to your requirements

Are you an experienced Utility Surveyor looking for your next opportunity?

We’re looking for a skilled and proactive Utility Surveyor to join our growing survey team, working across a diverse range of projects and sectors.

You’ll work alongside Surveying Managers and Project Managers, delivering high-quality utility and topographical surveys while using industry-leading surveying techniques and equipment.

What you’ll be doing

• Undertaking utility and/or topographical surveys
• Locating underground utilities using Electromagnetic Locators and GPR
• Carrying out manhole lifting, observations and measurements
• Using Total Station and GPS/GNSS equipment
• Producing utility survey drawings and reports
• Producing CAD drawings from survey data
• Post-processing GPR data
• Maintaining and managing survey equipment
• Supporting QA/QC compliance and company standards
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical challenges on site
• Mentoring and supporting less experienced team members
• Contributing to the continued development of the survey department

What we’re looking for

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working as a Utility Surveyor
• Experience with GPR and electromagnetic locating techniques
• Experience using CAD software
• Understanding of PAS 128 standards
• A full UK driving licence
• A surveying-related qualification would be advantageous
• Topographical surveying experience is desirable, but not essential
• A flexible approach to travel and working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, professional approach
• This is an opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects, develop your technical skills and play an active role in the continued growth of the survey function.
• If you’re an experienced Utility Surveyor who enjoys working on challenging projects and wants to develop your career, we’d love to hear from you.