Position Filled
Closing Date: October 22 | Location: UK – Yorkshire

Fast-track route to a technology-based career in Surveying.

• Starting salary between £16,000/year and £21,000/year. Future earning potential up to £40,000/year
• A proven track record for rapid development / progression for employees enrolled on similar programmes.
• Significant salary uplifts – Typically increasing to circa 200% of stating salary over a 6-year period.
• Guaranteed permanent position as a surveyor following completion of the training programme.
• Open to any high-calibre candidates (graduates or undergraduates) with drive and commitment. No prior experience required.
• Unique opportunity with huge potential for technical advancement.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technology – Survey, 3D Measurement, Digital Data Capture etc.
• Opportunity to travel – Experience many varied projects locally, nationally & globally.

About 1st Horizon

1st Horizon provides measurement, mapping and technology-based services. Our services include; 3D laser scanning; underground utility location/mapping; CAD & BIM services; aerial surveys; technology-based solutions and more.

Our vision is to be recognized as the number 1 brand for survey, mapping & measurement, through exceptional customer service, quality & innovation.

1st Horizon is a highly regarded & very successful business that has demonstrated sustained and significant growth historically. The company is now undertaking an extensive recruitment programme that is linked to our huge growth aspirations for the future.

We offer a unique and inspiring workplace, and our aim is to create a fantastic working environment with a positive team spirit. https://1sth.co.uk/team-events/

Huge investment has been made in creating our truly bespoke office facility and in the acquisition of cutting-edge technology and equipment.

The Opportunity

Our structured training program offers a fantastic opportunity for graduates / undergraduates (or high-achieving individuals from a non-related background) to fast-track a career in the digital data capture & surveying industry. This opportunity is completely unique and is undoubtedly an unparalleled way to forge a progressive career in surveying without the need for a related graduate education.

This training programme will lay the foundations for a career in a variety of different roles such as 3D Surveyor, Land Surveyor, Utility Surveyor, 3D CAD Technician and BIM Technician.

As one of our Trainee Surveyors you will be involved in the 3D data capture, data processing and subsequent CAD/BIM modelling of existing sites. Projects are wide-ranging and the role will be challenging, demanding and varied. Specific survey tasks may include 3D laser scanning, topographical surveys, utility surveys and site setting out.

This program typically takes 12 to 24 months to complete depending on the performance of the individual.

The Role – https://1sth.co.uk/apprentice/

As one of our Trainee Surveyors you will have the opportunity to explore the following areas of Surveying:

• 3D Digital Data Capture & CAD/BIM Modelling
• Detection / the location of underground utilities, subsurface features and structures using Electromagnetic Frequency Locators (EFL) and Ground Penetrating Rada (GPR).
• Topographical mapping of land using precision survey equipment
• Production of 2D/3D CAD & BIM drawings from pointcloud data.

For more information on the types of surveying we offer at 1st Horizon – visit https://1sth.co.uk/services/

Desirable Qualifications:

• 9 GCSE’s grade A*-C.
• 3 A-levels grade D or above.
• Full clean driving license is essential (access to own vehicle is beneficial).
• Graduate education (desirable but not essential).

Desirable Skills & Qualities:

• Be progressive, imaginative, and enthusiastic in your work.

• Willingness to learn new skills.
• A meticulous nature and acute attention to detail.
• Ability to interact positively with both senior and junior staff.
• Dedicated, committed and positive attitude.

In return, we offer:

• Competitive renumeration
• Actively endorsed career progression
• Excellence & CPD is extensively promoted with opportunities for growing with the company as we continue to expand at a significant rate.
• Substantial investment in staff training, with regular training days & TEAM events
• A fantastic working environment in our custom-built, company-owned offices
• A positive team spirit, where excellence is rewarded
• Pension scheme
• Generous leave entitlement with Christmas Shutdown
• Leave allowance increasing with service
• Regular staff social events
• The opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies at the forefront of innovation
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Free Parking
• Access to a range of development courses and training to support your personal and professional development.

At 1st Horizon excellence is extensively promoted, you will be given the opportunity and encouragement to be the very best that you can be.

Please apply now by submitting your CV to careers@1sth.co.uk or contact us for more information.