Land Surveyor

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Leicester
11 months ago
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Job Advertisement: Land Surveyor

Location: Leicester

Salary: Up to £45k (dependent on experience)

Company: A well-established family business with over 30 years of excellence in the civil engineering sector.

About Us: We are a reputable civil engineering company based in Leicester, known for our commitment to quality and innovation. As a family-run business, we pride ourselves on our strong values and supportive work environment.

Role Overview: Due to our continued growth, we are seeking enthusiastic Land Surveyors who are eager to upskill and advance their careers. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and work on a variety of civil engineering and groundworks projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Conducting land surveys for civil engineering and groundworks contracts.
  2. Utilizing cutting-edge software such as AgTek.
  3. Operating drones for surveying purposes (full training provided).
  4. Traveling to various project sites (company vehicle and fuel card provided).

What We Offer:

  1. Competitive salary up to £45k, based on experience.
  2. Comprehensive training on drone usage and AgTek software.
  3. Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
  4. A supportive and collaborative work environment.
  5. Consideration for junior candidates with full training and progression opportunities.

Requirements:

  1. Passion for land surveying and civil engineering.
  2. Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
  3. Ability to travel to different project sites.

Join our team as a Land Surveyor and be a part of a company that values your growth and development. Apply now to take the next step in your career as a Land Surveyor.

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