Apprentice Geospatial Survey Technician

Assisting the surveyor onsite at client premises with calculating land/building measurements Using the latest survey technology to assist the surveyor by operating the Total Station (Theodolite), GPS, and/or Scanner Checking surveyors' calculations Responsible for checking the surveyors kit before and after jobs i.e. ensure batteries are fully charged Set up and operate equipment under the guidance of a surveyor on-site Knock in pegs, pins and lift manholes when appropriate Prepare the vehicle before leaving to go on site Load and unload all necessary equipment into and out of the company vehicles (checking all equipment taken, returns to the kit room) Loading information onto the system Process surveys under the guidance of a surveyor Undertake setting out under the guidance of a surveyor on site Maintain and clean all pieces of equipment and vehicles on return from the site and highlight any equipment issues to the Surveyor File contract files when required and fill in job site information on the database Complete all site risk assessments Ensure that all quality control procedures are carried out on-site and in the development of a survey Follow procedures in accordance with our ISO certification, learning about the importance of health & safety and quality and accuracy within the business, as well as the environmental impact of the company Office time will be used to learn how to use software such as LSS, AutoCAD, and other relevant software and to assist the surveyor in producing technical drawings Undertake any other duties appropriate to the post as required by the Surveyor Team

Training:
Geospatial survey technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard Functional Skills in maths and English, if required End Point Assessment (EPA)

A mixture of off-the-job knowledge training, complemented by working alongside experienced Surveyors.

Blended learning to complete Level 3 Geospatial Survey Technician apprenticeship with the requirement to attend block release training at Dudley College, Black Country & Marches Institute of Technology Campus, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 4AL, and you will regularly attend in house training and development as part of the programme.

Training Outcome:

Possibility of a permanent role for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship should an opportunity be available.

Employer Description:
A small friendly office with a flexible working approach. With over 20 years in the industry we are always looking to expand our team bringing in new ideas and ways of working.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Positive attitude,Proactive attitude,Self-motivated,Drive to succeed,Happy to work outdoors