Hydrographic Surveyor

Murphy Geospatial

Hydrographic Surveyor

£28500

Murphy Geospatial, Birmingham

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 17 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 4ceaed3048b74568b3337f51cbd62fb2

Full Job Description

We are currently recruiting Hydrographical Surveyors to join our team based out of Birmingham. This is a great entry level opportunity for someone who thrives operating outdoors. The role will involve surveying cross sections through bodies of water, flood plains, structures, and bathymetric levels in a wide variety of scenarios nationwide, for the purpose of engineering design works. The role will offer the opportunity to upskill successful applicants through working with a variety of survey techniques in conjunction with the latest surveying and engineering technology, while operating within the expeditious Geospatial industry.,

  • Capturing data used to develop flood models and plan flood relief schemes.

  • Operating within and parallel to rivers, streams and lakes.

  • Learning and operating the latest survey technology.

  • Operating with boats and power canoes.

  • Any other duties as required by the business.

    Previous Surveying experience in a similar role (desired but not essential).

  • Ability to work as part of a team and own initiative when required.

  • Flexibility to travel nationwide as required by our clients.


  • Key Competencies
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.

  • Excellent problem solving & leadership skills.

  • Resiliency., Land surveying: 2 years (required)

    Murphy Geospatial is one of the leading Geomatic consultancies in Europe. We believe in the value of verified geospatial data and its use in understanding the natural and built environment around us. We specialise in Geospatial Consultancy, Measured Building Surveys, Legal Mapping, Area Measurement, Building Information Modelling (BIM), 3D HD Laser Scanning, Topographic Surveys, Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), Specialist Engineering Services, Subsurface Engineering Services, Geophysical Surveys, Monitoring Solutions, Digital Construction, Property Consultancy, Hydrographic Surveys and UAV/Drone Surveys., Why build your career with Murphy Geospatial?

  • Widely Recognised: We are widely recognised as one of the most experienced, professional, innovative, and technologically proficient surveying companies today.

  • Cutting Edge Technologies: we use only the very latest technological equipment.

  • Support network: We pride ourselves on our excellent support network of employees and management who are always eager to help each other.

  • Equality & Opportunity: We are fully committed to a policy of equality of opportunity in our employment practices.

  • Breadth of Experience: We branch across all sectors of industry giving our staff opportunities to gain a broad base of knowledge and experience.

  • Learning & Growth: We support and develop our people to enhance their technical and personal competencies towards the achievement of their ambitions.

  • Exclusive Clients: We are proud to work with a broad spectrum of exclusive clients.


  • Murphy Geospatial HR Philosophy

    Our people are a critical part of our success and represent the value of Murphy Geospatial through their actions and decisions every day. We believe focusing on recruiting the best people and investing in their development helps us to create an environment where staff are engaged and committed, leading to higher levels of staff and client satisfaction.

  • Competitive basic package plus benefits

  • Hybrid working opportunities.

  • Relocation support

  • Access to company Healthcare/ Dental Scheme after 6 months' service

  • Companywide Social Events

  • Education assistance and career development

  • Employee Assistance Program; Including Wellbeing

  • Access to auto enrolment Pension Scheme

  • Allowance payments when working away

  • Cycle to work scheme, Company car

  • Company events

  • Company pension

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Free parking

  • On-site parking

  • Private dental insurance

  • Private medical insurance

  • Referral programme


  • Schedule:
  • Day shift

  • Monday to Friday

  • Night shift

  • Overtime

  • Weekend availability


  • Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Birmingham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)