Utility Surveyor

Would you like to be part of our winning team and get the opportunity to work on a variety of high-profile projects across the UK and into Europe? Want a role with constant opportunity for upskilling and progression? Then Murphy Geospatial is the company for you!

Murphy Geospatial captures, collates, verifies and governs geospatial data, enabling our clients to make informed decisions across the project lifecycle. Proven geospatial solutions through design, construction and in-use phases of projects across six key sectors: Infrastructure, Manufacturing, Energy, Utilities, Property and Natural Environment.

The Opportunity: We’re expanding our Subsurface Engineering teams in Manchester, Birmingham and London and are hiring Utility Surveyors at all levels, from entry-level to experienced professionals. Due to a strong pipeline of newly secured infrastructure projects, we’re growing our capability to deliver high-precision underground data that supports some of the UK’s most transformative developments. You’ll work with the latest geospatial technology and survey methods, gaining hands-on experience and making a real impact on the built environment.

What will I be doing in my new role?

• Undertaking utility surveys in a variety of environments using the latest EM and GPR technologies and equipment available and in accordance with PAS 128 standards
• Handling, processing, and interpreting geospatial data within the sub-surface environment
• Liaising with clients and on-site teams to ensure surveys meet project requirements
• Undertaking site visits and client meetings (for the senior role) to assist in the tendering stage of larger projects
• Ensuring adherence to health, safety, and quality standards on-site
• Supporting junior team members and contributing to knowledge sharing across the department

Requirements of the role:

• Strong knowledge of the principles and practices of GPR and underground surveying
• Ability to use EML and GPR with high proficiency
• Understanding and knowledge of PAS128
• Ability to understand and analyse asset owner record drawings
• QCF3/QCF5 highly desirable but not a requirement
• Understanding and knowledge of land surveying (desirable but not a requirement)
• Good writing skills and proficiency in the English language
• The right to work in the UK
• Flexibility to travel nationwide as required by our clients
• Possess a full clean manual driving licence
• Strong work ethic with drive for career growth

What key attributes do I need?

• Practically minded: good problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong report writing, communication and leadership skills
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively
• Possess organisational and time management skills
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Have excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong leadership skills, willing to work as a team to achieve objectives
• Possess the ability to work with autonomy or as part of a team
• Be a problem solver with a positive attitude
• Set high standards for themselves and their services

Why build your career with Murphy Geospatial?

• Widely Recognised: We are widely recognised as one of the most experienced, professional, innovative, and technologically proficient surveying companies today
• Cutting Edge Technologies: we use only the very latest technological equipment
• Support network: We pride ourselves on our excellent support network of employees and management who are always eager to help each other
• Equality & Opportunity: We are fully committed to a policy of equality of opportunity in our employment practices
• Breadth of Experience: We branch across all sectors of industry giving our staff opportunities to gain a broad base of knowledge and experience
• Learning & Growth: We support and develop our people to enhance their technical and personal competencies towards the achievement of their ambitions
• Exclusive Clients: We are proud to work with a broad spectrum of exclusive clients

Equal Opportunity: Murphy Geospatial are proud to be an employer of equal opportunities. We encourage people with different beliefs, abilities, backgrounds and relevant life experiences to apply to our vacancies.