Western Cape: Junior Surveyor posted by Hire Resolve

About the Role

Hire Resolve’s client is seeking an experienced Junior Surveyor to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil surveying, be proficient with modern surveying equipment, and demonstrate excellent planning, communication, and management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan daily activities in advance to ensure smooth execution.
• Ensure all required materials are available before work begins.
• Monitor progress against set targets and report any deviations.
• Identify and expose all existing services before starting work each day.

• Provide team leaders and operators with all necessary information before work begins.
• Maintain team discipline and ensure effective communication.
• Train students and tachymeters as needed.
• Foster open communication between all levels of the project team.

• Ensure surveying instruments and tools are kept safe, accurate, and well-maintained.
• Regularly check and report on the condition of instruments.
• Ensure correct usage of equipment and report any malfunctions or downtime.
• Properly store and maintain survey equipment.

• Verify benchmarks, survey beacons, and connection points for accuracy.
• Report any discrepancies from the plan or existing site data.
• Check levels from the previous day before continuing work.
• Ensure teams have proper line and level to start work efficiently.
• Identify and report any service clashes (e.g., pipes, utilities).
• Monitor and verify levels and alignment during pipe laying.
• Recover survey materials (e.g., droppers and pegs) after work completion.

• Measure daily work progress and complete survey and costing sheets.
• Correctly allocate cost codes for fuel and labor expenses.

• Set out work accurately according to drawings, specifications, and company standards.
• Use the latest plan register updates for accuracy.
• Conduct and record as-built surveys and ground level surveys.
• Report any discrepancies in site levels or conditions.
• Uphold quality and safety standards throughout all surveying work.
• Maintain proper communication with engineers and site management.

• Maintain professional relationships with engineers, clients, and stakeholders.
• Be mindful of public access and contract-specific requirements.
• Report potential site access or safety issues to the Site Agent.

Qualifications & Experience

Grade 12 / NQF4 (or a relevant tertiary qualification is beneficial)

1 to 3+ years of surveying experience on civil projects

Valid drivers license (Code EB or higher)

Key Requirements

Proven track record of successfully completed civil projects

Knowledge of construction methods (SANS 1200)

Proficiency in civil survey techniques using dumpy level, laser level, total station, and GPS

Strong time management and communication skills