Survey Assistant

About the role

The Survey Assistant works closely with senior land or construction surveyors, providing hands‑on support on field sites. This role involves setting up surveying equipment, taking accurate measurements, and ensuring data is recorded correctly for mapping and building projects.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the setup, operation, and maintenance of total stations, GPS systems, and leveling instruments.
• Measure land features, boundaries, and construction layouts, and mark key points on the ground.
• Record clear field notes, produce basic sketches, and help organise data for later processing.
• Follow all site safety rules and procedures on active construction and outdoor mapping locations.

Required profile

• Experience ranging from entry‑level (training provided) to up to four years in construction or land surveying.
• Physical ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and stand or walk for extended periods.
• Basic mathematical ability, strong attention to detail, and willingness to learn technical drawings.
• High school diploma or equivalent; engineering degrees are optional for this assistant level.

Required skills

• Operation of total station surveying equipment.
• Operation of GPS surveying equipment.
• Operation of leveling instruments.
• Basic mathematics for measurement calculations.