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Land Surveyor

Land / Utility Surveyor

Land Surveyor – Civil Engineering
Location: Livingston, EH55 8TJ
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Benefits: Competitive salary (dependent on experience), Company vehicle, Pension scheme, Private medical cover, Life assurance and Opportunities for professional development and training
Celebrating over 50 years of excellence, Mulholland Contracts is a family-owned civil engineering company delivering groundworks, surfacing, and utilities projects across Scotland!
With a proud heritage and a forward-looking approach, we continue to grow and innovate and we’re now looking for an experienced Land Surveyor to join our team.
About the Land Surveyor Role:
As part of our technical surveying team, you’ll play a key role in delivering accurate, high-quality survey data across a range of civil engineering sites.
From planning and data collection to analysis and reporting, your expertise will ensure every project runs safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.
While aerial survey experience is advantageous, it’s not essential we’ll provide full UAV training for the right candidate.
As our Land Surveyor you will be specifically responsible for:
• Planning and carrying out land and topographic surveys.
• Establishing and managing GPS and control networks.
• Conducting volumetric calculations and produce detailed reports.
• Operating multirotor UAVs for aerial data capture (training provided).
• Completing pre-flight planning, post-flight data processing, and documentation.
• Preparing method statements and risk assessments.
• Liaising with clients on-site to ensure survey requirements are met.
In order to be successful in this role you must have:
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in land surveying.
• Proficient in CAD software (AutoCAD, N4ce, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of GPS networks and survey instruments.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills.
• A safety-focused and methodical approach to work.
It would be great if you had:
• GVC or CAA Operational Authorisation.
• Experience with UAV mapping or photogrammetry software.
Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence, be eligible to work in the UK, and live within a commutable distance of Livingston.
If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on “APPLY” today!
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