EDI Surveys Ltd have a fantastic opportunity for an Apprentice Geospatial Survey Technician. Assisting a surveyor in undertaking surveys and producing drawings to a set standard. Geospatial survey technician Level 3 (A level).
Annual wage: £18,000 to £25,400 a year
Training course: Geospatial Survey Technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm.
40 hours a week
Possible start date: 1st January 2026
Duration: 2 Years
Positions available: 1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
- Assisting the surveyor onsite at client premises with calculating land/building measurements
- Using the latest survey technology to assist the surveyor by operating the Total Station (Theodolite), GPS, and/or Scanner
- Checking surveyors' calculations
- Responsible for checking the surveyors kit before and after jobs i.e. ensure batteries are fully charged
- Set up and operate equipment under the guidance of a surveyor on-site
- Knock in pegs, pins and lift manholes when appropriate
- Load and unload all necessary equipment in and out of the company vehicles (checking all equipment taken, returns to the kit room)
- Loading information onto the system
- Process surveys under the guidance of a surveyor
- Undertake setting out under the guidance of a surveyor on site
- Maintain and clean all pieces of equipment and highlight any equipment issues to the Surveyor
- Complete all site risk assessments
- Ensure that all quality control procedures are carried out on-site and in the development of a survey
- Follow procedures in accordance with our ISO certification, learning about the importance of health & safety and quality and accuracy within the business, as well as the environmental impact of the company
- Office time will be used to learn how to use software such as AutoCAD, and other relevant software and to assist the surveyor in producing technical drawings
- Undertake any other duties appropriate to the post as required by the Surveyor Team
Where you’ll work
EDI Surveys Ltd
163 Ranelagh Road
Ipswich
IP2 0AH
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
Suffolk New College
Your training course
Geospatial survey technician (Level 3)
Your training plan
- Geospatial survey technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
- End Point Assessment (EPA)
A mixture of off-the-job knowledge training, complemented by working alongside experienced Surveyors.
Blended learning to complete Level 3 Geospatial Survey Technician apprenticeship with the requirement to attend block release training at Suffolk New College, Ipswich campus, and you will regularly attend in house training and development as part of the programme.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
4 GCSE’s including English & Maths (grade 9-4 / A-C) or Functional Skills Level 2
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Positive attitude
- Proactive attitude
- Self-motivated
- Drive to succeed
- Happy to work outdoors
Other requirements
It is a variable working environment a mix between site/outside and office computer work. Working in all weathers.
About this company
A small friendly office with a flexible working approach. With over 40 years in the industry we are always looking to expand our team bringing in new ideas and ways of working.
After this apprenticeship
Possibility of a permanent role for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship should an opportunity be available.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is: Cathryn Hope
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: £18,000.00-£25,400.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
