Senior Land Surveyor

Department: Geospatial - Midlands

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Stafford

Reporting To: Stuart Tosney

Description

Contract: Permanent

Location: Crawley

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

About Us

Vision Survey was founded in 2007 with the ambition to become the UK's leading authority on permit to dig control. What began with humble beginnings has grown into a trusted surveying and consultancy business with over fifty dedicated staff members, proudly involved in major civil engineering projects including Tideway, HS2 and Hinkley Point.

As one of the leading survey companies in the UK, we are focused on improving the construction industry by embracing innovation and technology. We work with our clients to complete projects on time and safely. As part of the Celnor Group, we maintain a supportive environment where everyone can thrive, with our core values of Reflection, Excellence, Teamwork, and Integrity guiding everything we do.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Land Surveyor to join our team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in using Leica equipment and have extensive experience in both fieldwork and office-based survey tasks. This role requires flexibility for day and night work (1.5 rate), as well as hands-on surveying experience.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct a wide range of surveys including traversing, monitoring, setting out and topographic surveys using standard and laser scanning techniques
Operate Leica Total Stations, laser scanners, and precise levels with high accuracy
Process, manage, and interpret survey data using software such as AutoCAD 2D/3D and N4CE
Prepare survey reports and drawings from collected data
Work independently on-site and ensure data quality meets company and industry standards
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations on site
Supervise/manage site teams and mentor survey team members, providing technical guidance and training
Collaborate with site teams and stakeholders to ensure survey outputs meet project needs

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential Requirements:

Extensive experience using Leica survey equipment (Total Stations, laser scanners, precise levels, GPS)
Knowledge of surveying software: AutoCAD 2D/3D and N4CE to be able to process all on site data (Traverse, Topographic, Monitoring etc)
Proven experience performing site surveys including traversing, monitoring, and topographic work
Full manual driving licence
Ability to work independently in the field and adapt to changing work schedules
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong problem-solving skills on-site and in data processing
Effective communication and reporting skills
Self-motivated and able to work without direct supervision

Desirable:

Experience generating drawings from point cloud data
Process point cloud data in Leica Cyclone
Relevant degree, diploma, or industry-recognised qualification
Membership of a professional body (e.g. CInstCES, RICS)

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary dependent on experience and provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

23 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 26 with service
Flexible working options post probation
Staff benefits package including discounts at retailers and gym memberships, and spa days
Pension Scheme
Health Insurance (Vitality), including cinema tickets, free coffee, and movie rental rewards, along with free subscription to Headspace and Free Virtual 24/7 GP Service
Life Insurance
Company Van and Fuel card
Tax-free stay-away allowance and paid travel time over 1 hour journey
Paid overtime for over 40 hrs, with increased rate for night and weekend work
Referral Scheme of up to £1000
IT & Phone Package
Recognition scheme and Service Awards
Social events throughout the year
Continuous on-the-job training and development, both in-house and through The Survey School (QCF) and CICES qualifications

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you're the right fit for this role.

Vision Survey is an equal opportunities employer with the aim of providing a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage suitably qualified applications regardless of race, disability, age, sex, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, and religion or belief.

Key Responsibilities

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Salary and Benefits

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