Land Surveying Degree Apprenticeship
Transport for London
London, SE1 8JZ
Closes in 12 days (Friday 7 March)
Posted on 19 February 2025
Contents
Summary
You’ll gain experience of working on a range of projects across London’s transport infrastructure which support the design, engineering, construction and asset management processes. making use of technology such as drones, 3D laser scanners, satellite and inertial navigation systems to capture accurate data in new innovative ways.
- Wage
- £29,281 a year
- Training course
- Geospatial mapping and science specialist (degree) (level 6)
- Hours
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We will support your ongoing development, through a wide range of on-the-job practical experience and placements. Typically, you will be required to attend University 1 day per week.
35 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 8 September
- Duration
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5 years
- Positions available
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2
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
As an apprentice, your 5-year development programme will be made up of placements within the Land Survey team and wider Engineering team. Our aim is to equip you with the range of skills and experience you need for your successful career.
We also understand that everyone’s career is different, so every graduate’s journey is unique.
Here’s an idea of some of the project types and work experiences you’ll be involved in:
- 3D laser scanning of stations and buildings
- Use of track measuring devices for track alignment and kinematic laser scanning
- Topographic surveys for highways improvements and track renewals
- 2D and 3D CAD drafting and modelling from point cloud data
- Coordination of survey control networks using Total Stations, Digital Levels and GNSS receivers
- Tunnel gauging surveys for new rolling stock
- Virtual reality site tours using 3D models and 360-degree photography
- Processing of survey data including control network adjustments, coordinate reductions and point cloud registrations
- Aerial and Drone photogrammetry surveys
Where you’ll work
197 Blackfriars Road
London
SE1 8JZ
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
UNIVERSITY OF EAST LONDON
Your training course
Geospatial mapping and science specialist (degree) (level 6)
Equal to degree
Course contents
Your training plan
Typically, you will be required to attend University 1 day per week.
We'll support your professional development through a combination of training, mentoring, and networking.
You'll also receive one-to-one guidance throughout the programme from your:
- Placement manager: Responsible for your day-to-day management and support with your development and has line manager responsibility
- Scheme sponsor: A senior manager who acts as a technical and professional adviser
- Buddy: Usually an apprentice or graduate who gives support to you and ensure that you feel welcomed in the organisation
- Development adviser: Supports your professional development through providing career coaching and career progression at TfL
More training information
Geospatial Mapping and science Specialist (degree)
- You must be 18 years of age by September 2025 to be eligible for this scheme
- Due to the health and safety requirements of this role we are unable to employ apprentices under 18 on this scheme
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English or English Language (grade A*-C or Grade D and above)
- Maths (grade A*-C or Grade D and above)
A Level in:
- 2 A levels any subject (grade A*-C or equivalent)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Team working
- Adaptable
- Innovative
Other requirements
You must be 18 years of age by September 2025 to be eligible for this scheme.
About this company
At TfL, our work goes beyond transport. We keep London moving – day in, day out. We’re about building stronger connections, and helping people do more of what they love. From sustainable futures to post-pandemic economic recovery, we’re constantly breaking new ground, and taking innovation to new heights. For our people, this is more than just a job. Our apprentices are pioneers, frontrunners, and mentors. And, with a culture built on support and flexibility that puts wellbeing first.
Company benefits
Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee who lives in the same household Minimum 29 days annual leave (pro rata dependent on role) plus public and bank holidays Retail, health, leisure and travel offers & many more
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
- On successful completion of this scheme, you’ll roll-off into the Land Survey team as a Land Surveyor (Band 2 Engineer)
- Here you’ll be able to continue your career progression providing survey data, drawings, models and geospatial information that keep vital, innovative and big-budget projects moving. You’ll apply your own technical expertise across a wide range of complex projects and programmes, providing trusted engineering data to make sure assets are safe, working and compliant
- The apprenticeship will provide the knowledge, skills and behaviours to apply to become Technical Members of CICES on completion. We’ll support your development journey to become full members of either institution
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
Transport for London
The recruitment team
earlycareerscampaigns@tfl.gov.uk
0203 005 1680
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000303438.
Apply now
Closes in 12 days (Friday 7 March)
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Company’s application instructions
Please pay close attention to emails and deadlines provided noting you have 1 week to complete assessments and we cannot re-issue these tests. Assessment centres for apprenticeship roles will take place between April - June, please note that many roles only have 1 assessment day and we are unable to guarantee additional dates. We are conducting assessment centres in person and virtually (role dependent).