Utility Surveyor
RPS are looking for an experience Utility Surveyor to provide and deliver quality assured geospatial data on surveying projects for clients across a variety of sectors throughout the UK and Ireland.
This predominantly field-based position will work on supervised and unsupervised activities both individually and as part of wider teams on projects of varied complexity using state-of-the-art equipment to support the delivery of quality field data for Underground Utility Mapping, Drainage surveys, and additional surveying services, techniques, and procedures.
The understanding and application of health and safety procedures and safe systems of work within supervised and unsupervised activities are fundamental to success; as is working methodically to a plan and solving problems to ensure surveys are delivered to cost, time, and scope. This role will require drive and initiative to solve problems and liaise with clients and other stakeholders, when necessary, to ensure deliverables are met.
The data capture of projects will require travel around the UK in a company fleet vehicle and the use of the latest surveying equipment.
This role is part of a structured development pathway that provides recognised industry qualifications and personal development.
What you’ll be doing:
1. Lead and support the planning and execution of survey projects and manage timescales whilst adhering to the client’s scope.
2. Support the Senior Surveyors and Survey Managers.
3. Follow operational instructions and technical guidance to support quality-controlled delivery of survey deliverables to clients.
4. Follow safe systems of work in a variety of external and internal site environments.
5. Undertake and deliver supervised and unsupervised works following risk assessments and safe systems of work to project timescales.
6. Liaise and engage with members of the public, team members, and client stakeholders.
7. Escalation of operational, Health and Safety, and commercial risks.
8. Following company procedures and policies, including commercial driving best practices.
9. A desire to learn and develop new techniques, and procedures through the pursuit of formal and informal training.
10. Ensure and maintain Quality compliance.
What we are looking for:
11. QCF Level 3 in Utility Mapping and Surveying or have a relevant HNC/Diploma in Surveying or related discipline, however, candidates with suitable skills and/or proven experience will also be considered.
12. Minimum of 2 year’s experience in delivering Underground Utility surveying services essential.
13. Competent in carrying out below-ground utility surveys and mapping surveys, to PAS128 standards in both collecting and post-processing of the site data under your supervision.
14. Competent user of surveying equipment such as Electromagnetic and Ground Penetrating Radar.
15. A competent user of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is essential to enable you to post-process data and report compilation.
16. Demonstrable a good communicator in written and verbal English.
17. A desire to learn on the job a can-do attitude, and the ability to resolve unexpected issues.
18. Full UK driving Licence and be willing to take and pass regular drugs and alcohol screening.
19. Good time management and flexibility in working hours.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a competitive salary, which would be dependent on relevant experience plus a company van and competitive benefits.
We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Here you’ll find true support and encouragement. We’re an accredited training provider and we support learning and development for everyone. A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.
RPS, a Tetra Tech company
Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, on 24 January 2023 RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With 27,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.
What happens next?
Selection will be a one stage interview, either in person or via MS teams.
All applications will be considered, please have your CV ready and continue with your application online.
Health and Safety
Please note you may encounter the following in this role:
20. Lifting heavy inspection chamber covers
21. Contact with waste-water and sewage (PPE will be provided)
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