Posted 5 months ago

At Protecnium, an international engineering consulting firm, we are looking for a Tunnel Surveyor to join a major underground infrastructure project outside of London.

Key Information About the Tunnel Surveyor Role in the UK

  • Location: South area, outside London, UK.
  • Estimated Duration: 24 months.
  • Schedule: 10-hour rotating shifts (day/night), Monday to Friday.
  • Start Date: Immediate.
  • Project Continuity: Yes, opportunities on future projects.

What Will You Do as a Tunnel Surveyor?

  • Responsible for executing surveying and geometric control tasks within the tunnel.
  • Ensures precise layout, monitoring, and documentation of alignments, profiles, and structures according to project specifications.
  • Perform precise surveying and staking out of tunnel axes, profiles, and sections.
  • Operate and manage surveying equipment (total stations, laser scanners, digital levels, etc.).
  • Establish and maintain geodetic control networks inside the tunnel.
  • Monitor convergence, settlement, and other structural deformations.
  • Coordinate with construction and design teams to ensure accurate execution.
  • Prepare and deliver field reports, sketches, and survey data.
  • Supervise assistants and ensure safety compliance in confined spaces.

What Profile Are We Looking For?

  • Degree in Geomatics, Surveying, or Civil Engineering.
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in tunneling or underground construction.
  • Familiarity with TBM excavation methods.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble, Leica.
  • Valid CSCS card.
  • Flexibility for shift work.

Benefits of Working on This International Project

  • Two weeks of paid accommodation.
  • Travel covered at the beginning and end of the contract.
  • 22 paid vacation days + 8 public holidays.
  • 15 days of paid sick leave.
  • 2 weeks of paternity leave.
  • Company phone provided.

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