Utility Detection Surveyor

SUMO Services Ltd is a multi-disciplinary survey company operating from 6 different offices throughout the UK. We’re on the lookout for experienced Utility Surveyors to join our growing team. The ideal candidates will be based around the Home Counties.

The Utility Detection Surveyor will be responsible for carrying out all aspects of a utility detection survey, from site detection to providing written reports and checking deliverables. Knowledge of PAS 128 is essential, and you must be able to demonstrate experience of using both Electromagnetic location and GPR on a range of sites of various scale and complexity, independently and as part of a team.

Health & Safety and Customer Service are key elements of the role. You will need to conduct and complete dynamic risk assessments when on sites, communicating any safety issues to the survey team, client, other stakeholders, and management in a professional manner. Excellent communication skills are essential for the role.

You will require a flexible approach to working hours and be able to travel to the survey locations to meet the client’s requirements. Overtime, night, and weekend working will form part of this role. As a Remote Utility Surveyor, you will need to work without direct day-to-day supervision and make technical decisions for the projects assigned to you within the specified limits of your authority.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing guidance and direction to further team members on large and complex survey projects.
• Contributing effectively to ensure the smooth running of projects with minimal supervision.
• Ensuring agreed goals, survey outputs, reports, and consistency are kept to the highest standards.
• Training and mentoring junior staff members to develop younger members of staff in their progression in their careers.
• Ensuring the vehicle and survey equipment supplied to you is maintained in good working order and in accordance with manufacturers and company policies.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience undertaking Utility Surveys.
• Full understanding of PAS128 and the procedures involved.
• Understanding of site-specific hazards and H&S Procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work, with effective problem-solving skills.
• A strong team player, capable of developing and maintaining positive working relationships with other survey team members and colleagues of the wider group.
• Demonstrable experience working with Electromagnetic & GPR equipment.
• Proficient IT Skills (AutoCAD beneficial, but not essential).
• Hold a full clean Driving License.
• Strong planning and organisational skills to manage your own time and workload.
• CSCS Card Holder (minimum).
• Beneficial to have experience with Trimble GPS, Total Stations etc.
• Right to work in the UK.

Benefits:

• Full training provided in all surveying equipment, technology, and software.
• On-going training courses as and when required & into other survey practices.
• 25 days Annual Leave + bank holidays.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Company Sick Pay.
• Birthday and Christmas vouchers.
• Company Uniform & PPE supplied.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Flexible working hours (40 hours per week).
• Refer a friend scheme, receive a payment if they’re hired and pass probation.