Utility Surveyor vacancy in Crawley and surrounds (272jc)

Ex-Mill Recruitment Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Utility Surveyor in Crawley, offering a competitive salary and benefits. The role involves conducting surveys, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring the quality of deliverables for major projects. Successful candidates will have relevant technical skills and experience, particularly military veterans with transferable skills. The position includes travel and offers a flexible working arrangement after probation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working options after probation

Staff benefits including retailer discounts and gym membership

Pension scheme and health insurance

Life insurance

IT & phone package

Continuous on-the-job training and development

Qualifications

• Military veterans with operational skills are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with electromagnetic location and ground penetrating radar is preferred.
• Clean driving license is a must.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field and office surveys and record underground utilities.
• Manage quality of onsite information and client relationships.
• Mentor junior surveyors and maintain survey equipment.

Skills

Operational discipline

Adaptability

Client communication

Experience with GPS/GNSS systems

Education

CSCS Card

QCF Level 3 or Level 5 for utility mapping

Tools

Total Station

GPR

AutoCAD/N4CE

CCTV/Drainage equipment

Job description

Utility Surveyor vacancy in Crawley and surrounds (272jc)

Utility Surveyor (272jc) - Crawley and surrounds - Competitive, industry-leading salary

Are you a military veteran ready to take your skills into a civilian career with impact? My client is looking for an experienced Utility Surveyor to join their growing team, supporting some of the largest UK construction and infrastructure projects. If you have experience with technical equipment, maps, and field operations, this role could be your next mission.

About the Role

As a Utility Surveyor, you will conduct field and office surveys, record underground utilities, and ensure accurate data is delivered to project teams. Your work ensures safety, operational efficiency, and high-quality deliverables on major projects. This role involves travel to sites across the country and hands‑on use of modern survey equipment and software. Veterans with engineering, signals, communications, EOD, or technical operations experience will find their skills highly transferable.

Key Responsibilities

• Use modern survey methods and equipment such as total stations, GPS/GNSS, and data collectors.
• Accurately record underground utility assets and manhole inspection reports.
• Deliver high-quality survey reports to Project Managers and CAD Operators.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring expectations are met.
• Support detailed field and office surveying assignments.
• Check the quality of information collected onsite and ensure smooth transition to deliverables.
• Maintain all survey equipment in top condition.
• Lead and mentor junior surveyors both on‑site and in the office.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Strong operational discipline, adaptability, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Experience with electromagnetic location, ground penetrating radar, and GPS/GNSS systems.
• Understanding of utility detection industry practices and standards (PAS 128, TSA).
• Ability to collaborate effectively in teams and communicate with clients onsite.
• Willingness to travel to various UK sites.
• Clean and valid manual driving license.
• Bonus skills: CCTV/Drainage experience, AutoCAD/N4CE, Total Station, GPR post‑processing, topographical surveying.

Desirable Qualifications

• CSCS Card folder (This will be required before starting work)
• Total Station Experience
• GPR Post Processing Experience
• AutoCAD / N4CE experience
• Topographical Surveying Experience
• QCF Level 3 or Level 5 for utility mapping

Benefits

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Flexible working options after probation
• Staff benefits including retailer discounts and gym membership
• Pension scheme and health insurance (Vitality)
• Life insurance
• IT & phone package
• Social events and team recognition
• Continuous on‑the‑job training and development

For more information, please contact Jean‑Claude Hedouin at Ex‑Mil Recruitment Ltd on 0333 202 6500, or jc@ex‑mil.co.uk or via the website www.ex‑mil.co.uk

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