TRAINEE UTILITY SURVEYOR

Are you looking for a rewarding career in utility surveying, mapping, and underground detection? SOCOTEC UK has an exciting opportunity for a motivated Trainee Utility Surveyor to join our growing Environment & Safety Division in Leeds (or surrounding areas). We offer an extensive training program designed to transform you into a skilled surveyor within just 12 months, giving you hands-on experience, mentorship from Senior Surveyors, and the opportunity to develop a long-term career in a growing and rewarding field.
As a Trainee Utility Surveyor, you will play a vital role in supporting our clients by helping to deliver accurate utility surveys, ensuring safe project planning, and contributing to the success of our business.

REQUIREMENTS WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

To succeed as a Trainee Utility Surveyor with SOCOTEC, you should demonstrate:

• A genuine interest in surveying, construction, or civil engineering
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills in utility detection and mapping
• Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• A full UK driving licence (travel across the Yorkshire area required)
• A positive, reliable, and proactive attitude

In this role, you will receive full training and hands-on experience in a variety of surveying tasks, including but not limited to:

• Assisting with utility detection surveys using Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and other surveying equipment
• Supporting senior surveyors in producing accurate utility maps and CAD drawings
• Helping to gather and record site data to industry standards
• Working safely on-site, following health, safety, and environmental procedures
• Developing strong working relationships with clients and colleagues
• Learning to interpret utility records and drawings to assist in survey delivery