Hyreus is currently recruiting experienced Utility Surveyors for a range of opportunities across the UK and Ireland. These positions are available across a diverse range of sectors and project environments, involving the detection, mapping and surveying of underground and above-ground utilities to support the safe planning and delivery of construction, infrastructure and engineering projects.
The opportunities are suited to technically capable surveyors with strong attention to detail who can accurately identify and record utility networks, interpret survey data and provide reliable information to clients and project teams.
Responsibilities
Carry out utility detection and surveying activities across a variety of project environments.
Detect, trace and map underground utilities, including water, gas, electricity, telecommunications, drainage and other services.
Operate electromagnetic locating equipment, ground penetrating radar (GPR), GPS/GNSS and total stations.
Establish accurate survey control and capture utility positions, depths, routes and associated features.
Interpret and assess utility records, drawings, plans and existing survey information.
Produce accurate utility survey drawings, plans, models and reports using appropriate CAD and surveying software.
Classify and record utility services in accordance with relevant surveying standards and project specifications.
Undertake topographical and detail surveys where required to support utility mapping activities.
Identify discrepancies between existing utility records and site findings and communicate these to relevant stakeholders.
Work closely with clients, engineers, contractors, project managers and other surveying professionals.
Provide technical surveying support throughout project delivery.
Maintain accurate field records, survey data and project documentation.
Ensure all surveying activities are carried out in accordance with relevant UK and Irish standards, health and safety requirements and project procedures.
Maintain, calibrate and appropriately operate surveying and utility detection equipment.
Identify potential risks associated with underground services and ensure findings are communicated clearly to support safe working practices.
The Ideal Candidate
Proven experience as a Utility Surveyor, Utility Detection Surveyor, Land Surveyor or similar.
Strong practical experience in utility detection, mapping and surveying.
Experience locating and surveying underground services across a range of environments.
Proficient in the use of electromagnetic locating equipment and GPR technology.
Experience using GPS/GNSS, total stations and other surveying equipment.
Strong understanding of underground utility networks, service identification and survey principles.
Ability to interpret utility records, engineering drawings, service plans and technical documentation.
Experience processing survey data and producing accurate drawings using CAD or relevant surveying software.
Knowledge of PAS 128 and relevant utility surveying standards would be advantageous.
Experience with equipment and software from manufacturers such as Radiodetection, Leica, Trimble, Vivax-Metrotech or similar would be advantageous.
Relevant degree, HNC/HND, professional qualification or equivalent industry experience in Utility Surveying, Land Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate and reliable survey information.
Strong understanding of health and safety requirements when working around live and potentially hazardous underground services.
Ability to work independently and manage surveying activities effectively.
Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with clients, contractors and project teams.