Apprenticeship · Level 3
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Geospatial Surveying.
- Earn £18,000 per year.
- Work 40 hours per week, with potential for early starts and occasional overnight stays.
- Applications close on 2026-12-04.
- Based in Hemel Hempstead, with national travel required.
About the Role
This apprenticeship places you within the RSK Hemel Hempstead office, joining our SafeGround (Utility Surveying) and Geospatial Teams, which are part of RSK Geosciences.
What You'll Do
- Assist Utility and Land Surveyors in data collection and surveys.
- Conduct PAS128 Utility Surveying using Electro-Magnetic Locating (EML) techniques.
- Perform geophysical data collection using Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR).
- Carry out Topographical Surveys using RTK GPS and Total Station equipment.
- Learn to process survey data in software and finalize in AutoCAD.
- Undertake Measured Building and 3D scanning.
- Perform terrain modelling.
- Assist utility surveyors in completing their works.
- Complete site documentation for site work crews.
- Process geophysical data.
- Write PAS128 reports.
- Other duties may include transporting equipment, organising equipment and store rooms, van checks, and equipment maintenance.
Career Progression
Upon completion, you will be recognised as an:
- Apprentice Utility Survey Technician
- Utility Survey Technician
- Consultant Utility Surveyor
- Senior Utility Surveyor
- Principal Utility Surveyor
- Potentially progress into Further Management roles.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Numeracy skills
- Logical thinking
- Teamwork
- Initiative
- Physical fitness
- A full clean driving licence
Qualifications
- GCSE English (grade 4 or above) - essential
- GCSE Maths (grade 4 or above) - essential
Key Details
- Wage: £18,000 per year
- Working Week: Monday - Friday. Early starts may be required. Typically 40-45 hours per week plus travelling time. You may be required to stay away from home for short durations.
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Duration: 2 Years
- Start Date: 2027-01-18
- Closing Date: 2026-12-04
- Apprenticeship Standard: Geospatial survey technician (level 3)
- Training Provider: DUDLEY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY