Utility Mapping Surveyor

Utility Mapping Surveyor

Salary

£35,000 – £45,000 per annum (commensurate with experience) + Paid Overtime / Travel Allowance + Company Vehicle

Location

Glasgow and Surrounding Areas (Field-based with regional travel and flexible working arrangements)

Right to work in the UK required; sponsorship not available.

Are you a dedicated, technically astute Utility Mapping Surveyor looking to deliver complex subsurface detection projects within a Tier 1 Specialist Consultancy?

A Leading Specialist is expanding its Scottish surveying operations and seeking an accomplished Utility Mapping Surveyor to lead field operations across Glasgow and the surrounding regions. This is a pivotal role offering the chance to deploy advanced geophysical detection tools on critical utilities, infrastructure upgrades, and commercial developments.

The Opportunity

You will play a vital role in detecting, locating, and mapping subterranean networks to the highest industry accuracy bands.

Your day-to-day remit involves

• Executing systematic utility detection surveys deploying advanced EML and GPR instruments in accordance with PAS 128 methodologies.
• Capturing surface utility markings using survey-grade GNSS receivers and Total Stations to ensure absolute spatial accuracy.
• Converting site survey data into high-quality CAD deliverables, interpreting complex underground utility corridors in AutoCAD.
• Compiling formal engineering records, including inspection chamber cards, permits to dig, and comprehensive client survey summary reports.
• Managing client liaison in the field, advising on survey scope, site constraints, and best practices for underground asset verification.

Technical Essentials

To be successful, you must demonstrate high-level technical proficiency

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Mandatory

At least 2–3 years’ hands-on utility surveying background with an applied understanding of the PAS 128 standard.

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Compliance/Systems

Demonstrated ability in EML tracing, GPR deployment (including array units like Stream C), Total Station/GNSS positioning, and AutoCAD data interpretation. Knowledge of CCTV drainage inspection and post-processing software packages is desirable.

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Experience

Proven track record taking mapping projects from field data capture through to office deliverable sign-off; solid grasp of land survey geometry and safety-critical site workflows.

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Mobility

Full clean UK driving licence. Flexibility to travel across the Scottish territory, adapt to alternative shift patterns (including night shifts), and lodge away when required.

The Package

• Starting salary between £35,000 and £45,000 per annum, with structured overtime pay and travel allowances.
• Company vehicle, smartphone, and dedicated survey laptop.
• 24 days annual leave plus standard statutory bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme, MediCash scheme, and comprehensive employee discount/benefits package.

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Ongoing sponsorship for industry-recognised certifications

NVQ accreditations, CSCS, NRSWA, First Aid, and advanced GPR processing training.

For more information apply today or call Simon Cowley on 01737 452509.