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Land Surveyor

Sittingbourne
2 days ago
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Land Surveyor
Sittingbourne, Kent / South East
£28,000 – £38,000 (depending on experience) + vehicle + benefits

Are you a skilled Land Surveyor with experience in topographical and measured building surveys? Do you want to join a growing team offering cutting-edge equipment, diverse project work and great career development?

Our client, a forward-thinking surveying firm based near Faversham in Kent, is looking to add a dedicated Land Surveyor to their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a minimum of two years’ experience who is ready to take the next step in their surveying career.

The Role:
Working across a variety of sites throughout the South East, you will be involved in:

  • Conducting topographical, measured building, and engineering surveys

  • Utilising 3D Laser Scanning, UAV/Drone equipment and RTK GNSS systems

  • Producing 2D and 3D CAD drawings

  • Supporting GIS data collection and Revit modelling

  • Collaborating with colleagues and clients to deliver high-quality survey outputs

    Requirements:
    We are looking for someone who:

  • Has at least 2 years’ experience in land and measured building surveys

  • Ideally has experience with Leica instruments and N4CE processing software (training available if needed)

  • Is familiar with AutoCAD (desirable)

  • Holds a full UK manual driving licence

  • Has a flexible attitude to work, including nights, weekends and occasional stayaways

  • CSCS certification is preferred but not essential

    Benefits:

  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • Pension scheme

  • Performance-related bonus and paid overtime

  • Company vehicle and IT/phone package

  • Ongoing training and development

    How to Apply:
    MGR Recruitment is acting as an employment business for this vacancy. For more information or to apply, please contact Michael Lane at MGR Recruitment on (phone number removed).

    About Us:
    MGR Recruitment is an established leader in recruitment services for the Land, Utility, and Site Engineering sectors. We are currently seeking motivated and skilled UK-based Site Engineers, Land, Utility, and Rail Surveyors for several positions nationally

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