Apprentice Land & Measured Building Surveyor

Global Surveys

Northampton, NN3 6WL

Closes in 25 days (Thursday 31 October at 11:59pm)

Posted on 30 September 2024

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Summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a motivated individual to begin a career in geomatic surveying. We seek a proactive, self-driven candidate with a practical problem-solving approach.

Annual wage
£9,984 to £17,846.40 a year

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Training course
Geospatial survey technician (level 3)
Hours
Workdays vary by survey location and duration. We typically start at 7:00am to arrive on-site by 8:00-8:30am Return times range from 1:00pm to 6:00pm A minimum of 30 hours per week is guaranteed, usually totalling 36-40 hours with overtime and travel

30 hours a week

Possible start date

Thursday 9 January

Duration

2 Years

Positions available

1

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

  • Training in Surveying
  • Assist the surveyor onsite at client premises in calculating land and building measurements.
  • Operate the latest survey technology, including the Total Station (Theodolite), GPS, and/or Scanner, to support the surveyor.
  • Help to verify the accuracy of the surveyor's calculations.
  • Take responsibility for checking the surveyor's equipment before and after jobs, ensuring all batteries are fully charged.
  • Upload data onto the system and export it to AutoCAD.
  • Use office time to learn software such as n4ce, AutoCAD, and REVIT, while assisting the surveyor in producing technical drawings.
  • Administration.
  • Perform general administrative tasks, including filing, scanning, and photocopying.
  • Handle basic office maintenance and cleaning tasks.

Where you’ll work

3 Brookfield, Duncan Close

Moulton Park Industrial Estate

Northampton

NN3 6WL

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

DUDLEY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

Your training course

Geospatial survey technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents
  • Comply with health and safety regulations
  • Plan and prepare Risk Assessment and Method Statements (RAMS) and report any additional controls required
  • Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Carry out adjustment checks on survey equipment
  • Interpret information from client drawings and specifications
  • Gather and interpret information from a range of sources
  • Communicate with others verbally, for example colleagues and stakeholders
  • Plan surveys selecting survey equipment for a project according to the client's specification
  • Planning routes to existing and new sites
  • Establish a survey control on site for example using total station, GNSS or levels
  • Use setting engineering equipment and techniques, for example measuring tapes and string, distances and bearings, total station using co-ordinates to peg out co-ordinates, grid lines and off sets
  • Use survey equipment, for example total stations, levels, laser scanners, and Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) using geodetic parameters
  • Capture and record geospatial survey data, for example topographic, river sections, drainage invert surveys, volumetric calculations, as-built surveys and measured building surveys
  • Select and use surveying processing software for processing data into either 2D or 3D drawing's or 3D models
  • Produce geospatial survey reports using computer software
  • Apply quality assurance procedures: site work, drawing, model or report
  • Manage time and tasks to meet project deadlines
  • Comply with relevant industry legislation and regulations when undertaking geospatial work
  • Communicate in writing with others, for example internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers
  • Comply with environmental, social, human and economic sustainability regulations and requirements, for example safe disposal of waste, re-cycling or re-use of materials, efficient use of resources, contributing to the community, volunteering within the geospatial industry
  • Comply with health and safety regulations
  • Plan and prepare Risk Assessment and Method Statements (RAMS) and report any additional controls required
  • Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Carry out adjustment checks on survey equipment
  • Interpret information from client drawings and specifications
  • Gather and interpret information from a range of sources
  • Communicate with others verbally, for example colleagues and stakeholders
  • Plan surveys selecting survey equipment for a project according to the client's specification
  • Planning routes to existing and new sites
  • Establish a survey control on site for example using total station, GNSS or levels
  • Use setting engineering equipment and techniques, for example measuring tapes and string, distances and bearings, total station using co-ordinates to peg out co-ordinates, grid lines and off sets
  • Use survey equipment, for example total stations, levels, laser scanners, and Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) using geodetic parameters
  • Capture and record geospatial survey data, for example topographic, river sections, drainage invert surveys, volumetric calculations, as-built surveys and measured building surveys
  • Select and use surveying processing software for processing data into either 2D or 3D drawing's or 3D models
  • Produce geospatial survey reports using computer software
  • Apply quality assurance procedures: site work, drawing, model or report
  • Manage time and tasks to meet project deadlines
  • Comply with relevant industry legislation and regulations when undertaking geospatial work
  • Communicate in writing with others, for example internal and external customers, colleagues, and managers
  • Comply with environmental, social, human and economic sustainability regulations and requirements, for example safe disposal of waste, re-cycling or re-use of materials, efficient use of resources, contributing to the community, volunteering within the geospatial industry

    • Your training plan

    • Geospatial survey technician Level 3 apprenticeship standard
    • Block release training at Dudley College of Technology Institute of Technology Black Country and Marches.
    • Block release 2 weeks at a time around every 6 weeks.
    • Zoological Dr, Dudley DY1 4AE.

    More training information

    • Aside from the Geospatial Survey Technician L3 we offer a full in-house training scheme and mentoring. 

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE in:

    • English and Maths (grade A-C / 9-4)

    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
    • Customer care skills
    • Team working
    • Initiative
    • Physical fitness
    • Flexible approach to overtime

    Other requirements

    Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions Flexible with overtime (paid) Willing to work away from home Monday to Friday (expenses paid) Overtime opportunities Paid travel time In-lieu time scheme 20 days + bank holidays annual leave Additional 1 day per year (max. 25 days) after 5 years of service Corporate Healthcare Scheme available Company uniform and PPE provided Company Pension Scheme Sick pay after three years of continuous service On-site parking Must be available for short-notice travel DBS checks required (costs covered) CSCS construction card (costs covered) Full clean driver’s license (desirable) Reliable transport to/from head office (required)

    About this company

    Global Surveys is a dynamic land and measured building survey company based in the East Midlands. With nearly five decades of experience, we have built a reputation for precision, reliability, and client satisfaction. We offer a comprehensive range of surveying services, specialising in Topographical Land Surveys and Measured Building Surveys. Our expertise covers Site Elevations, Floor Plans, and advanced 3D Laser Scanning techniques. These services help deliver accurate, high-quality results tailored to our clients' needs. Established in 1978, Global Surveys has evolved over the years to become a trusted name in the surveying industry. Our commitment to quality and attention to detail has enabled us to cultivate long-lasting relationships with a diverse client base. While most of our projects are located within a 75-mile radius of our East Midlands office, we occasionally undertake assignments that require overnight travel to meet specific client requirements. At Global Surveys, we believe in fostering a supportive and growth-oriented work environment. As part of our team, you'll have access to ongoing professional development opportunities, cutting-edge surveying technology, and a chance to contribute to a range of exciting projects. Our collaborative culture encourages innovation, and we value the contributions of every team member, ensuring that your skills and career aspirations are aligned with the success of the company.

    After this apprenticeship

    • Access to additional training for further qualifications, many of which are provided in-house, as well as CICES and RICS, with all associated costs covered by the company.
    • Excellent opportunities and support for career progression for the right candidate.

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    DUDLEY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

    Leanne O'Neill

    leanne.oneill@dudleycol.ac.uk

    07585726542

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000279798.

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    Closes in 25 days (Thursday 31 October at 11:59pm)

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