Job Description

Trainee Utility Surveyor

Join Our Geomatics Team as an

Assistant Utility Surveyor

- Your Path to a Thriving Career with

RPS

Why RPS?

At RPS, we're more than just a workplace; we're a vibrant, connected community striving for exceptional outcomes together. We believe in empowering our team to find the perfect work-life balance, offering flexible, hybrid working environments that allow you to thrive both professionally and personally. Whether you're collaborating in our agile offices or working from home, RPS is a place where your career can flourish without compromising your personal life.

What Makes a Career at RPS Extraordinary?

Here, you're not just a number - you're an integral part of our solutions. As an Assistant Utility Surveyor with RPS, you'll embark on an exciting journey to develop your skills and grow within a team that values your contribution.

Meet the Geomatics Team

Our Geomatics Team is a dynamic group of 30 professionals, including both Land and Utility Surveyors, dedicated to delivering outstanding projects across the nation. As a growing team, the Assistant Utility Surveyor role is pivotal to our success and aligns with our strategic priorities. This is your chance to play a key role in a team that is making a real impact.

About the Role

As an Assistant Utility Surveyor, you'll gain hands-on experience in underground utility surveying through a blend of onsite fieldwork and office-based data processing. You'll be working with cutting-edge surveying technology alongside experienced senior surveyors. Your ultimate goal? To become a fully qualified utility surveyor by completing your QCF Level 3 - all within just 2 years.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with senior team members, learning the ropes to become a qualified surveyor. Operate advanced survey equipment to create accurate underground utility surveys. Process field data efficiently and accurately.

What We're Looking For:

Minimum GCSE grade C in Maths, English, and Physics (or equivalent). Physically fit and eager to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Full UK driving licence. Willingness to travel and work away regularly. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. A strong team player with excellent communication skills. Eagerness to learn and a genuine interest in the field of utility surveying. Knowledge of AutoCAD and a CSCS card are preferred but not essential.

What's in it for you?

We understand the importance of flexibility in today's workplace. That's why we offer agile offices and hybrid working as standard, and we're always open to discussing flexible working arrangements. This is a workplace that adapts to your needs - a place that works for you.


At RPS, we value diversity in ideas, perspectives, and ways of thinking. We believe that a mix of experiences and skills leads to the most innovative solutions. We respect and recognize the potential and contributions of every individual. When you join us, you become part of a diverse community that puts people first and prioritizes well-being.


With a personalized development plan and a clear career pathway, you're in control of your future. We'll support you every step of the way, as far as you want to go. A career here is far from ordinary - you're not just a number, you're part of the solution.

RPS, A Tetra Tech company:

Representing an exciting new chapter in our business, on 24 January 2023, RPS became a Tetra Tech company. With over 28,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world's most complex problems.


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Our Approach

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work. 'Stronger Together' is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace: 'We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.'

Recruitment Agencies

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