Hydrographic Surveyor

Location: Hybrid - administratively based from Leeds or Newark hubs
Salary: £36,250 - £38,875 (depending on experience)
Contract type: Permanent, full-time
Travel: Regular travel across England & Wales (approx. 30-35 nights away per year)

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Hydrographic Surveyor to join our fantastic Asset Improvement Team, playing a key role in surveying and managing the Trust's extensive network of canals, rivers, reservoirs, and docks across England and Wales.

You'll be part of a small, skilled team responsible for collecting, processing, analysing, and presenting spatial information about the waterway environment - vital data that supports dredging, reservoir safety, and engineering projects.

Working closely with the Senior Hydrographic Surveyor, you'll help plan and carry out multibeam and single beam echosounder surveys, process data using industry software, and ensure outputs are accurate and actionable for use across the organisation.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on fieldwork, travelling, and working outdoors, while also contributing to essential environmental and engineering projects.

Key responsibilities

Mobilise and calibrate hydrographic survey equipment.

Carry out hydrographic surveys to plan and quality standards.

Process, analyse, and interpret survey data for use across the Trust.

Maintain and service the team's survey boats and equipment.

Support prioritisation of dredging and asset management works.

Engage positively with customers and local communities while surveying.

Respond to internal and external enquiries relating to waterway assets.

Demonstrate and uphold Trust values around safety, diversity, and inclusion.

About you

You'll be a motivated team player who enjoys varied work and travelling across the UK. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced surveyor seeking a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

You'll need to be comfortable driving a 4x4 and towing a boat trailer, as all survey operations begin from Tinsley Marina, Sheffield, where our equipment and vessels are based. Don't worry - full training will be provided on boat handling and survey operations.

Essential qualifications and skills:

Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.

Proven experience in hydrographic surveying.

Experience in boat handling.

Working knowledge of HYPACK (or equivalent) and GIS tools.

Familiarity with GNSS, echosounders, and sound velocity probes.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Full UK driving licence (minimum 3 years).

Desirable:

Working towards professional membership (e.g. AssocRICS, TCInstCES).

Experience collaborating across technical and operational teams.

What we offer

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and real flexibility to support your work-life balance:

? Competitive DC Pension Scheme - we'll double your contributions up to 10%.

? 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service) + bank holidays + holiday purchase scheme.

? Hybrid working - home-based with access to our Leeds or Newark hubs.

? Employee Assistance Programme - access to confidential counselling and advice.

? Exclusive discounts - including boating holidays, retail offers, and more.

? 2 paid volunteering days per year for local community projects.

Join us

If you're a detail-driven surveyor who loves being on (and around) the water, this is your chance to use your technical skills to help protect and enhance the UK's waterways.

? Apply now and help shape the future of our national waterway network