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GRAHAM ACADEMY – Land Surveyor - Industrial Placement 2027

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About The Role
Job Title: GRAHAM ACADEMY – Land Surveyor - Industrial Placement Opportunities
DIVISION: Civil Engineering
CONTRACT TYPE: Fixed-term Contract
Benefits:
- Car Allowance
- Subsidised Private Medical Cover
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Living away from home allowance (where appropriate)
- Contributory Pension
- 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays)
Job Summary
Civil Engineering is one of the main divisions within GRAHAM Construction. Operating throughout the UK and Ireland, we pride ourselves in delivering value for money and innovative solutions for our clients.
We have recently been involved in some of the most prestigious projects across the UK and Ireland, including:
- Larne Point of Entry
- Leith Outer Berth
- Port of Dundee
- Renfrew Bridge
- Teesworks South Bank Quay
- A523 Poynton Relief Road
- Chelmer Waterside Bow Bridge Road
- Jocks Lodge
- M2 Junction 5
- M25 Junction 28
- Beaulieu Parkway
- Lincoln Western Growth Corridor
- York Street Station
- Drumaroad Clear Water Basin
- Upper Crescent Pumping Station
As a forward-thinking sustainable infrastructure, our core sections being Marine, Highways, Rail, Water & Nuclear.
Job Description
What does a Land Surveyor do at GRAHAM?
Land Surveying is the science of measuring and mapping the physical environment. As a Land Surveyor, you will assist in carrying out surveys, collecting and analysing data, and supporting the delivery of accurate information relating to land, buildings, and infrastructure projects. The data gathered helps inform engineering, construction, mapping, and land development activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely and accurately.
Throughout your placement, you will gain exposure to a variety of surveying techniques, technologies, and projects, while building a strong understanding of the role Land Surveyors play within the construction and civil engineering industry.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Land Surveying or related degree student to gain valuable hands-on experience on live projects, working alongside experienced professionals and developing practical skills that will support their academic studies and future career.
A Land Surveyor Shall
- Assist with topographical and site surveys.
- Support the collection and processing of survey data.
- Learn to use surveying equipment, including GPS, Total Stations, laser scanners and drones.
- Assist with the production of drawings, maps and reports using AutoCAD and other surveying software.
- Support the surveying team with setting out activities on site.
- Interpret survey information from maps, drawings and site plans.
- Assist with volume calculations and earthworks surveys.
- Help to maintain accurate survey records and project documentation.
- Support as-built, deformation monitoring and control surveys.
- Learn how GIS and digital mapping systems are used within construction projects.
- Collaborate with Site Engineers, Project Managers and other project stakeholders.
- Assist with equipment checks, calibration and maintenance.
- Adhere to company health, safety and quality standards at all times.
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Requirements
Technical Competencies
Essential Criteria
- BTEC Civil Engineering qualification, HNC/HND, or equivalent relevant qualification
- Demonstrate strong communication skills.
- Strong IT skills.
- Right to work in UK and Ireland.
- Full Driving Licence.
Desirable Criteria
- An appreciation of Health & Safety practices.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Previous work experience specifically in the Construction Industry.
- Able to demonstrate problem solving.
Behavioural Competencies
Essential
- Commercial Awareness: strong business acumen combined with the creativity and vision to meet customer needs and GRAHAM business requirements.
- Leadership skills: Communicates and gains team commitment to a vision, able to motivate staff and provide direction and vision.
- Effective Communication skills: Able to adapt communication to audience and create detailed written documents and reports. Able to maintain and manage communication links with a variety of stakeholders. Presents a professional image and promotes the Brand.
- Customer Focus: Takes time to question and understand the real, underlying needs of the customer, beyond those initially expressed. Always works closely with customers, developing an independent view of their needs and acting in their long term interest.
- Influencing: Identifies and builds relationships with those who will be useful now and in the future in achieving strategic business objectives.
- Initiative: is able to work alone to get results in an effective way. Understands and seeks to minimise waste in resources and processes. Adopts and encourages others to adopt new ways of working. Ability to work unsupervised.
- Team Player: Always willing to be involved in other activities to achieve company objectives. Works collaboratively and uses influence to gain resolution of issues. Demonstrates honesty, loyalty and commitment.
Applications are now open for our 2027 intake and close on the 8th January 2027. Please submit a comprehensive and targeted CV, which clearly and logically details how you fulfil both the essential and if relevant, desirable criteria. Failure to provide adequate information, may result in your application being rejected. All applicants must also complete an online monitoring form. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early, should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
The Recruitment Process
- The closing date for applications will be January 2027
- Interviews will commence in February 2027.
- Successful candidates will be notified in March 2027.
- All successful applicants will have joined the business by September 2027, if not before.


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INDUSTRIAL PLACEMENTS
Our industrial placements can last from 3-12 months, dependent on your college/university curriculum. On your placement you will be given the support, guidance and experience which will lay the foundations for a great future in a Construction career. Show us what you can do and your placement could lead to a company scholarship award and an offer of employment when you graduate.
Our Commitment
At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences.
If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. If you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme, please contact Louise Hunter, Resourcing Manager, at:
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We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. Please check your eligibility with the regulations before applying. Individuals with a current time restricted right to work in the UK, should contact the Human Resources team in the first instance.
A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.
GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant’s experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information. Failure to do so or evidence of any falsification of information will lead to either removal from the recruitment process or if already in employment potential termination of contract through the company disciplinary procedure.
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