Published: 07 Jan 2026
In another exciting development for progress in rolling out the Level 3 Geospatial Survey Technician Apprenticeship, Zenith Training has announced it is to start delivering this programme in the North of England from early 2026.
An important step towards addressing the skills gap in the region, the provision of this nationally recognised qualification means that employers in the North will be able to tap into high quality training from a renowned training provider for their employees.
The Survey Association is very pleased to welcome Zenith Training, which joins Riverside College in Widnes, Cheshire, Dudley College in the West Midlands and T3 Training at Mid-Kent College in offering this apprenticeship.
Geospatial apprenticeship for school leavers, surveyors and career-changers
The Level 3 Geospatial Survey Technician Apprenticeship is not only suitable for school leavers who are new to the survey profession, it is also excellent training for those with some survey experience or for career changers, looking for an accessible route into a geospatial role.
Apprenticeships provide a great way to develop staff, supported by substantial government funding. Survey companies can feel confident that geospatial apprenticeships are a cost-effective way to ensure their trainees gain the full range of knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become competent, knowledgeable surveyors.
Apprenticeships are evaluated through an End Point Assessment, which can comprise multiple-choice or written examinations, project reports, a portfolio of work, and a professional interview.
Recruiting a geospatial apprentice
If you want to register your interest in this Level 3 Apprenticeship with Zenith Training or discuss participation in it, please contact Zenith directly by emailing info@zenithtraining.org.uk or calling 0191 428 6555.
Remember that all survey companies can advertise apprenticeships free of charge on TSA’s website here. They can also advertise on the government’s own apprenticeship website here, as well as using their own website and social media for promotion.
To learn more about geospatial apprenticeships, please contact Katie Holt at katie@tsa-uk.org.uk.
