Senior Utility Surveyor

  • One to One Personnel
  • Rayleigh, Essex
  • Nov 04, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

Senior Utility Surveyor

£40-£50,000 per annum + Bonues and Car

Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm

Flexible working with overtime

One to One Personnel is proud to partner with a top-tier Utility Surveying firm delivering expert services across the UK and Europe. As they continue to grow, they re looking for a talented Senior Utility Surveyor to join their dynamic Essex team.

To be considered for this opportunity ,we are looking for:

  • A minimum of 4-5 years experience of producing detailed underground utility surveys
  • Able to demonstrate experience in the use of EML and GPR technology to produce detailed utility mapping surveys
  • Involves travel within UK and Europe (ad-hoc)
  • A minimum of 3 years solid UK based work experience
  • A full UK driving licence

What s in it for you?

  • £50,000 per annum, depending on your experience
  • Performance Bonus
  • Private Health Care
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Company Vehicle
  • Genuine career progression
  • Continuing professional development and job training

Here s what you will be doing

  • Carrying out detailed site surveys across diverse locations
  • Leading investigative utility surveys and managing all associated documentation
  • Collaborating with surveyors, contractors, suppliers, and clients to keep projects running smoothly
  • Producing clear, professional Utility Survey Reports
  • Conducting quality checks to ensure every drawing meets the highest standards
  • Mentoring and developing junior team members
  • Gathering and analysing data to produce precise underground and overground utility maps
  • Using advanced detection methods such as:
  • Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) high & low frequency
  • EML techniques
  • GPR Mark-out Mode
  • Drainage surveys
  • Leading field teams and coordinating on-site activities
  • Overseeing technical project delivery to ensure accuracy and efficiency
  • Delivering PAS128-compliant surveys with confidence
  • Working independently and proactively, taking initiative to get the job done right

What We re Looking For

We re after a confident, experienced Senior Utility Surveyor who takes pride in accuracy, teamwork, and quality results. You ll bring both technical expertise and leadership skills to help drive projects forward.

You ll need:

  • Proven experience in utility surveying, ideally within PAS128 standards
  • Strong knowledge of GPR, EML, and drainage survey techniques
  • Excellent data interpretation and reporting skills
  • The ability to lead teams and manage on-site activities effectively
  • A keen eye for detail and commitment to quality and safety
  • Great communication and collaboration skills with clients and colleagues
  • A proactive, self-motivated approach someone who takes initiative and gets things done
  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required

Bonus points for:

  • Experience mentoring junior surveyors
  • Relevant qualifications such as QCF Level 3+ or equivalent in Utility Mapping/Surveying
  • Familiarity with the latest surveying software and technologies

If you have all the skills above and feel this is the role for you, please do not hesitate to contact Ian Banks at 121 Personnel