Apprentice Geospatial Surveyor

Travel to survey sites across the UK with an experienced surveyor Prepare the onsite mapping to indicate the areas that require surveying Set up and operate surveying equipment such as 3d laser scanners, total stations, GPS receivers, drones and echo sounders Obtain the permissions to enter the land to be surveyed Assist with measuring and recording land, building and hydrographic survey data Help prepare and check surveying equipment before and after site visits Work both indoors and outdoors collecting accurate measurements in a variety of environments and weather conditions Work in and around water when undertaking hydrographic surveys Upload and process survey data using software such as AutoCAD Create 2d CAD drawings, 3d models and data for input into Hydrographic software Communicate with team members to ensure surveys are completed efficiently Willing to travel and stay away overnight for work when required Attend university study sessions and complete coursework as part of the degree apprenticeship programme

Training:
The academic training will be at the University of East London, this will be on day release, you will be continually trained during your working day

Training Outcome:
To progress to professional qualifications with either RICS or CICES

Employer Description:

Land, Measured Building and Hydrographic Survey company established in 1985 by three brothers now employing approximately 35 staff operating out of two main offices in Haywards Heath and Warwick.

Awarded the ATA SME Employer of the year in 2025



Working Hours :
Office hours are 9am to 5:30pm, site hours are flexible and generally with early starts although only working for 7.5 hours per day.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness


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  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: UNIVERSITY OF EAST LONDON
  • Posted: 12-Mar-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk