PAS128 Utility Surveys
Trainee Utility Surveyor
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Woking
Permanent
Up to £24,875
Posted on: 03 April 2026
A great opportunity for someone looking to start their career in Utility Surveying!
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Trainee Utility/GPR Surveyor to join our award-winning geospatial surveying team.
As a Trainee Utility/GPR Surveyor at Macleod Simmonds you will work under one of our specialist Project Managers, learning from the best in the industry to achieve Trainee Utility Survey Level 1 accreditation within 12-18 months.
Working with the latest digital mapping technology, innovative methodologies, and on some of the highest profile infrastructure projects in the UK, this is the perfect opportunity for a school leaver looking for an ‘on the job’ career opportunity.
You don’t need to have experience in the surveying industry, all you need is solid GCSE results in English and maths, a can-do attitude and an appetite for learning.
What We’re Offering
- A basic salary of £21,200 – £24,875
- A bespoke Personal Development programme focused on continued career progression underpinned by a clear line of progression with competitive salaries at every level
- Industry specific training – NVQ Level 3 in Utility Mapping, CSCS, NRSWA, First Aid, GPR training
- 23 days holiday (in addition to bank holidays)
- A defined Contribution Company Pension Scheme
- A rewarding ‘Refer a Friend’ Scheme – we’re always on the look-out for talented team members for anyone recommended who is offered a role at Macleod Simmonds, you will receive a finders’ fee of up to £2,000.
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Perks And Savings Including
- Working away Bonus Pay
- Travel Time Pay Scheme
- Night rates
- Overtime at enhanced rates
- Discounted gym membership
- Instant discounts for a range of stores
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Financial Education Library and Health Living Library
- Regular social events (previous ones include go karting, team lunches and a VR experience)
About The Role
This is a full-time role contracted around the core hours of 8.30am – 5pm from our head office near Woking, Surrey. When on site, start times are often required to be flexible depending on the location and project type being undertaken.
Occasional night works will also be required, which are paid at enhanced night rates.
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This role will be mostly site based initially with a growing office-based requirement as your career develops.
A larger proportion of your time will be spent away from your desk, out on site, in and around the UK.
It is essential that you have a full clean UK manual driving licence and your own transport.
About You
You should apply for this role if you:
- Have a technical mind and an appetite to build a career in geospatial surveying
- Want to work as part of a team
- Enjoy learning new skills and are looking for the opportunity to develop your career
- Can communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with colleagues
About Macleod Simmonds
Macleod Simmonds is a multidisciplinary Geospatial Consultancy using the very latest digital mapping technology in conjunction with our own innovative methodologies, on some of the highest profile infrastructure projects in the UK.
If you are looking for an exciting challenging role with structured career development opportunities then please get in touch.
Macleod Simmonds is an equal opportunities employer.
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