Geospatial Survey Technician Apprentice - Underground Utility Department

Main responsibilities will include:

Assist in planning and preparing a geospatial land survey project starting with the client’s specification Complete all site risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) for the site Set up and operate the latest survey technology under the guidance of a surveyor Assist the surveyor on site, collecting land and underground detection data Load information onto Powers’ project management system Process surveys on the computer under the guidance of a surveyor using n4ce and AutoCAD software to create technical drawings (second year of apprenticeship) Undertake setting out under the guidance of a surveyor on site Maintain and clean all pieces of equipment and vehicles before and on return from site Ensure that all quality control procedures are carried out on site and in the development of a survey Follow procedures in accordance with Powers’ ISO certification, learning about the importance of health & safety, quality and accuracy within the business as well as the environmental impacts of the company

Training:

Geospatial Survey Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

The apprentice will need to attend college on three blocks of two weeks per academic year at our Cronton Campus ( WA8 5WA) This will be 2 weeks in autumn term, 2 weeks in spring term and 2 weeks in summer term

Training Outcome:
There will be support to achieve further qualifications and support to achieve professional accreditation to specilise in survey service

Employer Description:
Powers provides measured land and building surveys (3D models, floor plans and elevations), underground utility detection, CCTV surveys, mobile mapping and site engineering to the architecture, engineering and construction industries across the UK. We use a range of data capture techniques from total stations and laser scanners to mobile mapping and drones and work on anything from small residential projects to master planning. We exist to limit the potential of project mistakes, overruns or overspend by solving client's complex measurement and mapping dilemmas pre, during and post construction – through every stage of a project’s lifecycle. Our high-performing team helps to keep client's projects running on time and within budget. At Powers Geospatial Consultants, we care about the individuals that make up our team and their development is important to the growth of both that individual and the company. If you want to work in a small but growing team with an open and collaborative working environment and the opportunity to get involved in a variety of interesting projects, then get in touch.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm with 45 minutes unpaid for lunch. Qualification includes an End Point Assessment which must be completed by 12 weeks after the end of your course.

Skills:
own transport desirable,full clean driving license