Survey Aide

Pasay Harbor City Corporation; Pasay; On-site; PHP 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Pasay Harbor City Corporation is seeking a diligent Survey Field Assistant to join our field team in Metro Manila. You will support the geodetic engineer and survey crew in topographic, construction, relocation, and hydrographic surveys, handling instruments and recording measurements.

This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, reliability, and physical endurance to work outdoors at varying sites. Prior experience as a survey aide is an advantage, while a high school diploma is the minimum

Qualifications

• At least high school graduate.
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Responsibilities

• Assist the Geodetic Engineer and survey team in field surveys (topographic, construction, relocation, as-built, hydrographic).
• Support setup, leveling, and positioning of survey instruments (total stations, GNSS/RTK, levels, echo sounder).
• Holds prisms, rods, tapes, and targets during measurements.
• Assist in installing, marking, and maintaining survey control points and reference markers.
• Record field notes, measurements, and observations as instructed by the supervisor.
• Prepare survey tools and equipment prior to field deployment.
• Perform basic cleaning and safekeeping of survey instruments and accessories.
• Assist in site clearing and safety control during survey activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules and project procedures in the field.
• Report field conditions, hazards, and equipment concerns to the supervisor.

Skills

Survey procedures

Field measurements

Survey tools

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Total stations

GNSS/RTK receivers

Levels

Single-Beam Echosounder

Prisms

Rods

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities:

Survey Field Assistance

• Assists the Geodetic Engineer and survey team in conducting field surveys such as topographic, construction, relocation, as-built, and hydrographic surveys.

• Supports the setup, leveling, and positioning of survey instruments including total stations, GNSS/RTK receivers, levels, Single-Beam Echosounder equipment, prisms, and rods.

• Holds prisms, rods, tapes, and targets as required during survey measurements.

• Assists in installing, marking, and maintaining survey control points, benchmarks, and reference markers.

• Records field notes, measurements, and observations as instructed by the survey supervisor.

Site Support and Equipment Care

• Prepares survey tools, materials, and equipment prior to field deployment.

• Performs basic cleaning, handling, and safekeeping of survey instruments and accessories.

• Assists in site clearing, access preparation, and traffic or safety control during survey activities.

• Ensures compliance with safety rules, company policies, and project procedures while in the field.

• Reports field conditions, hazards, and equipment concerns to the Geodetic Engineer or immediate supervisor.

Technical Competencies:

Survey Field Support Skills

• Basic understanding of survey procedures, field measurements, and proper use of surveying tools and accessories.

Equipment Handling and Care

• Ability to properly handle, transport, and store survey instruments to prevent damage and ensure data reliability.

Non-Technical Competencies:

Teamwork and Cooperation

• Works effectively with engineers and field crew, following instructions and supporting team objectives.

Reliability and Physical Endurance

• Demonstrates dependability, punctuality, and the physical capability to work in outdoor and challenging site conditions.

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Education: At least High School Graduate.

• License/Certification: None required.

• Experience: Previous experience as a survey aide, laborer, or field assistant is an advantage.