At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct topographical and construction surveys using advanced technology across the UK.
- Company: Join SOCOTEC UK, a leader in chartered surveying with over 25 years of experience.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, 25 days holiday, electric car scheme, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Dynamic career growth opportunities with support for personal and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on critical infrastructure projects while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in land surveying and knowledge of GPS equipment; AutoCAD skills are a plus.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Are you a skilled Land Surveyor seeking an exciting new opportunity? Join our dynamic team at our Irvine office, where you’ll play a crucial role in delivering comprehensive topographical and construction survey projects across Scotland. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Land Surveyor to play a vital role in supporting critical infrastructure and development projects.
You’ll be responsible for conducting comprehensive topographical, boundary, and construction surveys across urban, rural, and industrial environments throughout the UK, utilising advanced total stations, GPS equipment, levels, and laser scanning technology on projects ranging from small residential developments to major infrastructure schemes. You’ll work closely with our engineering and construction teams and be a key part of delivering accurate and precise survey operations that ensure project success and safety.
The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):
- Conducting topographical and construction surveys using cutting-edge equipment
- Processing survey data and generating reports that meet client specifications
- Engaging with clients and ensuring project requirements are met
- Supervising and mentoring Junior Surveyors and Technicians
- Working closely with Utility and Hydrographic Survey teams on multi-disciplinary projects
To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:
- Experience in land surveying, with knowledge of survey standards and total station/GPS equipment operation
- Understanding of AutoCAD and survey data processing software
- ProQual Level 3 Certificate in Land Surveying (desirable)
- Full UK driving licence (essential)
- Experience with survey processing software (desirable, but training provided)
- A detail-oriented, self-motivated team player with problem-solving skills
Location: Candidates must live within (or be willing to relocate to) a commutable distance of the company’s offices in Irvine.
With over 25 years of experience, Aspect Land & Hydrographic Surveys Ltd is a trusted name in chartered surveying, delivering high-quality services across the UK and internationally. We utilise the latest survey technology and adhere to RICS regulations, with accreditations from RICS, The Chartered Institute of Civil Engineering Surveyors, and The Hydrographic Society.
What’s in it for you? As well as a competitive salary, we can offer you a wide range of benefits including 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more, an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition schemes, family friendly support, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes, and enhanced company pension.
SOCOTEC UK are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.
Why SOCOTEC? Here at SOCOTEC UK, we have over 2,000 colleagues across our divisions delivering world-class services to our customers. We provide an unrivalled range of testing, inspection, and certification services throughout the UK, and we deliver excellence to our customers by recruiting and retaining the very best industry talent.
We offer transversal career pathways as well as linear pathways, and we will support you in attaining a portfolio career in one place. Not to mention the possibility of working locally, nationally, or globally, in the office or remotely. We are committed to your personal and professional development, and you will be supported in every step of your journey with us.
Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.
Land Surveyor in Irvine employer: The Survey Association
SOCOTEC UK is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Irvine where innovation meets collaboration. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have opportunities to mentor junior surveyors and enhance your skills while working on diverse projects across Scotland and the UK. Our supportive culture prioritises safety and accuracy, making it a rewarding place for professionals seeking meaningful contributions in the surveying field.
