Utility Surveyor

Murphy Geospatial

Utility Surveyor

£28500

Murphy Geospatial, Birmingham

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 17 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: b1059e694a894557b4a8aec27b4cd32d

Full Job Description

We are currently recruiting for ambitious and practically minded Utility Surveyors to join Our team in Birmingham. This is a great opportunity for someone with survey experience to work within the expeditious Geospatial industry. The successful applicant will be reporting to the head of the department and will be based in our Birmingham office.

What will I be doing in my new role?

  • Undertaking of utility surveys in a variety of environments using the latest EM and GPR technologies and equipment available.

  • Undertaking site visits and client meetings (for the senior role) to assist in the tendering stage of larger projects.

  • Handling, processing, and interpreting geospatial data within the sub-surface environment.

  • Managing teams onsite to deliver the project objectives.

    QCF3/QCF5 highly desirable but not a requirement

  • 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

  • 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 license

  • 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

  • Attention to detail

  • 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, Land surveying: 2 years (required)

    Murphy Geospatial is one of the leading Geomatic consultancies in Europe. We believe in the value of verified geospatial data and its use in understanding the natural and built environment around us. We specialise in Geospatial Consultancy, Measured Building Surveys, Legal Mapping, Area Measurement, Building Information Modelling (BIM), 3D HD Laser Scanning, Topographic Surveys, Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), Specialist Engineering Services, Subsurface Engineering Services, Geophysical Surveys, Monitoring Solutions, Digital Construction, Property Consultancy, Hydrographic Surveys and UAV/Drone Surveys., 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.


  • Murphy Geospatial HR Philosophy

    Our people are a critical part of our success and represent the value of Murphy Geospatial through their actions and decisions every day. We believe focusing on recruiting the best people and investing in their development helps us to create an environment where staff are engaged and committed, leading to higher levels of staff and client satisfaction.

  • Competitive basic package plus benefits

  • Hybrid working opportunities.

  • Relocation support

  • Access to company Healthcare/ Dental Scheme after 6 months' service

  • Companywide Social Events

  • Education assistance and career development

  • Employee Assistance Program; Including Wellbeing

  • Access to auto enrolment Pension Scheme

  • Allowance payments when working away

  • Cycle to work scheme, Company car

  • Company events

  • Company pension

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Free parking

  • On-site parking

  • Private dental insurance

  • Private medical insurance

  • Referral programme


  • Schedule:
  • Day shift

  • Monday to Friday

  • Night shift

  • Overtime

  • Weekend availability


  • Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Birmingham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)