Land Surveyor – Subsurface Engineering
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Posted: February 10, 2026
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Quick Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Land Surveyor to join our Subsurface Engineering department in London, where you will be working with national clients on exciting projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and setting up survey projects, undertaking various types of surveys sessions using specialized equipment and technology, and working with modern software. This is a great opportunity for a motivated and experienced Land Surveyor to work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.
Required Skills
Job Description
We are currently recruiting a Land Surveyor to join our Subsurface Engineering department
based out of London. This exciting opportunity will give the successful candidate the
opportunity to work with national clients on exciting projects. The successful applicant will be
reporting to the department manager and will be based out of our London office.
Job Specification
The key accountabilities and associated duties include:
• Leading and setting up survey projects.
• Undertaking various types of surveys sessions using a variety of specialised equipment
and technology
• Working with modern survey methods and survey devices such as total stations, GNSS
and data collectors.
• Establishing survey controls, setting out gridlines, levelling, traversing and other land
surveying work.
• Recording surveying information accurately and consistently on site to the agreed
specification and scope
• Processing data from the field into the office, post processing with software, such as
AutoCAD
• Assisting with detailed field and office surveying assignments.
• Ensuring that all survey kit is maintained and well kept.
• Delivering to company policies, procedures, standards and best practices.
• Working with the Project Manager to assist with quoting for jobs.
• Any other duties as required by the business.
Role Requirements
• At least 3 years’ experience delivering land surveys.
• A relevant degree/ qualification in surveying or a related discipline, however,
candidates with suitable skills and proven experience will also be considered
• Competent user of survey instrumentation – GPS, Total Stations & 3D scanner
• Competent user of 2D / 3D AutoCAD
• Experience of Cyclone / Similar scanning software
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Experience of working to high safety standards.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Knowledge of role related post-processing software.
• Strong technical knowledge.
• An ambition to learn and develop.
• Flexibility to travel nationwide as required by our clients.
Key Attributes
• Ability to work as part of a team or independently, follow instructions and be
innovative.
• Excellent communication skills
• Assist in the mentoring of junior/ assistant level staff.
• Leadership skills
• Ability to work well under pressure.
To Apply: Send your CV along with your Cover Letter to the Murphy Geospatial Talent
Team: [email protected]