Utility Surveyor

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The RPS have an exciting opportunity for a Utility Surveyor to join our Geospatial team. In this dynamic, field‑based role, you’ll work both independently and as part of a collaborative team on projects that range from routine to highly complex. You’ll utilise state‑of‑the‑art equipment to support the delivery of precise field data for Underground Utility Mapping, Drainage Surveys, and various other advanced surveying services.

The RPS Asset, Surveying, and Inspection (AS&I) team provides industry leading services to the UK Water Industry and our employees are involved in services supporting Water Networks, Drainage, Surveying, Leakage Consultancy, Water Resources and Efficiency. The team analyse complex data and provide pragmatic solutions. This includes reducing water leakage and preventing flooding and pollution in local communities. Our team utilise state‑of‑the‑art equipment to support the delivery of precise field data for Underground Utility Mapping, Drainage Surveys, and various other advanced surveying services across the UK and Ireland.

As a leading surveying business, we prioritise quality and ensure that every team member understands the significance of their contribution to our exceptional customer experience.

As a key member of the Asset, Surveying, and Inspection (AS&I) business, your role as Utility Surveyor is critical to our strategic priorities – to deliver great work for our clients by providing excellent customer service and executing complex operational tasks. Whether you are just starting out or taking the next step in your career, this position provides an opportunity for you to progress with RPS.

You will need to work flexibly, working weekends, evenings and overtime if required. Be willing to travel to different locations. It is essential that you enjoy working outdoors, as come rain or shine, you will mostly be outside.

• Lead and support survey projects, ensuring timely delivery within scope.
• Collaborate with Senior Surveyors and Survey Managers.
• Follow technical guidelines to produce quality‑controlled survey deliverables.
• Adhere to safe working practices in various environments.
• Execute supervised and unsupervised work, following risk assessments.
• Engage with the public, team members, and clients.
• Identify and expand operational, safety, and commercial risks.
• Comply with company procedures, including safe driving practices.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards.

• Expertise in PAS
  128 standards.
• Proficiency in using surveying equipment (Electromagnetic, Ground Penetrating Radar) and software (AutoCAD, Microsoft Office).
• Strong written and verbal English skills.
• A proactive, problem‑solving approach with a willingness to learn.
• Willingness to undergo regular drug and alcohol testing. Flexibility in working hours and good time management.

• QCF Level 3 in Utility Mapping/Surveying or relevant HNC/Diploma, or proven experience.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Moving heavy items including inspection chamber covers.
• Working in all weather conditions (this could include night work also).
• You may be required to work in confined spaces and on highways.
• Mandatory drug and alcohol tests are undertaken for this role and a DBS check will be undertaken.

A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go. A career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number; you are part of the solution.

We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work‑life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.

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