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Surveying technician
Level
3
Advanced · like A-levels
Length
2 yrs
typical
Sector
Construction and the built environment
Pay
Paid
you earn while training
In a nutshell
Collecting information from site inspections to inform advice to clients on land, property or construction.
What you'd do
Assist surveyors in conducting site surveys and inspections
Take accurate measurements using tapes, levels, or total stations
Prepare and check drawings, schedules, and reports
Research property data and collate information for senior surveyors
Attend site visits and record observations or defects
Use surveying software to process and present data
Maintain accurate records and filing for surveying projects
What you'd learn
Surveying principles across quantity, building, or geomatics disciplines
Taking and recording measurements accurately using surveying equipment
Reading and interpreting drawings, plans, and specifications
Producing basic cost estimates, schedules, or survey reports
Health and safety on construction sites and in field surveying
Using computer-aided design (CAD) or surveying software tools
Professional conduct and RICS ethics in surveying practice
Ready to look for a place?
See live Surveying technician apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
A Careermash concept · apprenticeship standard from our careers engine · vacancies via gov.uk.