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Plowman Craven

Rail Surveyor

Job Description

As a Rail Surveyor you will be responsible for delivering accurate, high-quality survey data across a range of complex projects, using technologies including laser scanning, UAV and Amberg Track Trolleys. Working closely with Lead Surveyors, Project Managers and delivery teams, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards.

Responsibilities:
• Undertake surveying and technical activities across rail and highway environments, ensuring compliance with company quality and health & safety standards
• Manage survey data from initial capture through to final delivery, following company processes and protocols
• Ensure survey outputs are accurate, high quality and delivered in a client-ready format
• Take ownership of assigned project elements, including logistics, planning and coordination with wider project teams
• Communicate project progress, support delivery against deadlines and help ensure projects remain within budget
• Coordinate effectively with clients, subcontractors and other teams working on site

What We’re Looking For
• Minimum of 2-3 yrs surveying experience, ideally within a rail or infrastructure environment
• Experience using traditional survey techniques and processing survey data
• Strong IT skills with experience using surveying and CAD software; experience with N4ce, Cyclone and AutoCAD is advantageous
• Experience working with advanced surveying technologies such as laser scanning, UAV or track surveying equipment would be beneficial
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• Full UK manual driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide, including occasional night and weekend work when required

Contract: Permanent, full time

Location

Hertfordshire / London

Closing Date

30 Sep 2026

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19 Aug 2026

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