Graduate Utility Surveyor / Trainee Surveyor in Glasgow, Scotland - UK-Based Applicants Only

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking a Graduate Utility Surveyor / Trainee Surveyor in Glasgow, Scotland. This full-time role is ideal for UK-based graduates with existing right-to-work, though foreign applicants may still enquire about eligibility. The position offers a competitive salary of £30,000, along with door-to-door pay and a company van.

Job Description

This is a practical, site-based role where you will receive comprehensive training on specialist survey equipment. You will be instrumental in mapping underground utilities, working across diverse construction, engineering, and infrastructure projects throughout the UK.

Your responsibilities will involve using advanced surveying techniques to identify and plot utilities, ensuring accuracy and safety on various project sites. This role offers an excellent opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a dynamic professional setting, contributing directly to critical infrastructure development.

Requirements

• A degree in Geography, Geology, Civil Engineering, or Land Surveying.
• A strong desire to begin a practical, site-based career in utility surveying.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Applicants must have existing right-to-work in the UK; foreign applicants should confirm eligibility directly with the employer.

Benefits

• Salary of £30,000 per annum.
• Door-to-Door Pay and a company van with a fuel card.
• Provision of an iPad for work-related tasks.
• Generous bonus scheme and full training provided.
• Clear pathways for career progression within the company.

How to Prepare

For Nigerian and African immigrants eyeing this Graduate Utility Surveyor role, presenting a polished CV that highlights any relevant UK-recognised qualifications or transferable skills in land surveying, civil engineering, or geology is crucial. Ensure your LinkedIn profile is updated to reflect your professional aspirations and experiences, aligning with UK employer expectations for construction-related roles. A well-crafted cover letter should articulate your passion for utility surveying and your understanding of the UK construction landscape.

Even if you are a foreign applicant without existing UK right-to-work, emphasise any certifications, practical experience (even if international), or academic projects that demonstrate your aptitude for surveying and working with specialist equipment. Demonstrating your commitment to the field and your readiness to adapt to UK practices can be highly beneficial.

• Ensure your CV is in a UK-friendly format, highlighting relevant degrees and any practical fieldwork.
• Tailor your cover letter to explicitly state your interest in utility surveying and why you are a good fit for this specific role.
• Update your LinkedIn profile with keywords relevant to land surveying, civil engineering, and construction.
• Prepare to discuss any previous practical experience with surveying tools or data analysis, even from academic projects.
• For those without existing right-to-work, clearly state your current visa status and confirm your eligibility or intention to enquire with the employer.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa sponsorship is NOT explicitly advertised for this role. The company prefers UK-based applicants who already possess the right-to-work. Foreign applicants may still apply but are strongly advised to confirm their eligibility and the employer's willingness to consider sponsorship or alternative arrangements directly with Ernest Gordon Recruitment before applying.