CAREERS
At Malcolm Hughes we have a great team working throughout the UK and offices in England, Scotland and Wales and shall consider interested applicants.
If you think you have the attitude, skills and ability to join us and to help progress the business you can contact us at recruitment@mhls.co.uk
Malcolm Hughes is committed to equal opportunities and diversity for its employees, temporary workers and work seekers. Individuals are only assessed on their individual merits and suitability to a position irrespective of race, gender, disability, age, faith or sexual orientation.
Current vacancies are shown below:
Trainee Utility Mapping Surveyor
We are looking for a number of enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals to work alongside an experienced utility mapping team based in all corners of the UK. We are specifically looking for candidates in the following areas:
- Leeds
- Yorkshire
- Hull
- Bridlington
- Bristol
However we will consider applicants all over the UK. The role would involve assisting the surveyor with tracing and recording buried utilities at sites throughout the selected area, developing skills that enable you to progress to a utility surveyor.
Your training would include:
- Training in all utility survey techniques, EML/GPR etc
- Training using Total Stations and GNSS
- Formal qualifications (QCF Level 3 qualification in underground utility mapping)
- Gaining experience at working on various types of sites, from congested city centres to isolated rural locations.
- Liaising with clients and staff at all levels within the business.
The successful candidate will be someone that is self-motivated, has excellent communication skills, and can work well as part of a team.
Ideally as a candidate you should have the following:
- A committed attitude and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced industry.
- Ability to use your initiative, problem solve and work to deadlines.
- Effective communication skills and good time keeping.
- Full UK driving licence.
- CSCS card (if you do not have this, we will assist you in attaining one)
Malcolm Hughes is one of the leading survey companies in the UK. We operate from offices around the UK and offer our clients genuine nationwide coverage. We are part of the Ogilvie Group, and we are looking for committed and talented people to join our company.
We are looking for an Apprentice Geospatial Surveyor Assistant to join our team.
Malcolm Hughes is one of the leading survey companies in the UK. We operate from offices across England, Scotland & Wales and offer our clients genuine nationwide service. As part of the Ogilvie Group of companies we have strength in depth and our aim is to deliver exceptional customer service and operate with trust, transparency and integrity.
Desired skills
- Good organisational skills
- Good communication skills
- Good basic mathematical skills, in particular geometry and trigonometry
- Good basic IT skills: CAD skills would be useful
Personal qualities
- Self-motivation and enthusiasm
- Good time keeping and flexibility
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Willingness to travel and stay away from home
- An interest in maps and mapping would be helpful
- Respect for the importance of the work that you will be undertaking.
Desired qualifications
5 GCSEs at grades A*-C/9-4 (or equivalent) including maths and English.
Future prospects
A successful apprentice who shows the right attitude and aptitude for the work will quickly gain promotion to junior surveyor, with responsibility for their own work. Salary advancement can be rapid for a capable surveyor with a ‘can do’ attitude, with a choice of company vehicle provided.
Things to consider
A driving licence is essential (due to travelling within the role).
This Apprenticeship opportunity is being managed by Riverside College. As part of the initial process we may contact you by telephone or email using the details you have provided on your application.
We offer excellent employment packages along with industry leading training and development.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a leading survey firm within the industry.
Email recruitment@mhls.co.uk with your CV or for more information.
We are looking for Utility surveyors in Scotland to join our successful Land Survey team.
Professional, ambitious, and self-motivated individuals required to join our team as we look to grow our service offering.
Malcolm Hughes is one of the leading survey companies in the UK. We operate from offices around the UK and offer our clients genuine nationwide coverage.
Suitable candidates should have at least 2-3 years’ experience working as a utility surveyor and a strong understanding of the PAS128 specification.
In addition, the following attributes are essential:
- Working knowledge and able to demonstrate correct use of EML and GPR equipment and accessories in line with PAS128.
- Strong understanding of land survey theory and the ability to use Total stations and GNSS receivers for pickup of utility marks.
- Capable/Proficient in data processing, interpretation, and presentation of survey results (using AutoCAD or other)
- Proficient in the creation of written survey reports, permits to dig, manhole and inspection chamber record cards in accordance with PAS128.
- Experience of working with high density array GPR equipment such as Stream C
- Experience in taking projects from ‘field to finish’ liaising with clients on requirements/specification and providing professional advice.
- Experience of post processing GPR data is desirable although not essential.
- Effective communication skills.
- Able to work well and contribute as part of a team.
- Ability to use your initiative, problem solve and work to deadlines.
- Good time keeping.
- Flexibility to work away from home for periods and accommodate various shift patterns when required (such as night shift etc).
- A committed attitude and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced industry.
- A full clean UK driving licence.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. In addition, we would offer:
- Industry specific training – NVQ, CSCS, NRSWA, First Aid and advanced GPR training
- Company vehicle
- Mobile Phone
- Laptop
- 24 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Medi cash
- Excellent company pension scheme
- Employee Benefits Scheme
- Paid overtime/travel allowance
- Flexible working arrangements
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a leading survey firm within the industry. If you are interested please send your CV to recruitment@mhls.co.uk
We are looking for Land & Utility surveyors in Glasgow and Warrington to join our successful Land Survey team.
Malcolm Hughes is one of the leading survey companies in the UK. We operate from offices across England, Scotland & Wales and offer our clients genuine nationwide service. As part of the Ogilvie Group of companies we have strength in depth and our aim is to deliver exceptional customer service and operate with trust, transparency and integrity.
As a candidate you should have the following:
- Experience of topographic and/or utility surveys.
- Knowledge of PAS128 including Methodologies’ M1-M4(P).
- QCF level 3 qualification (preferably level 4 or 5)
- Ideally have experience in GPR post processing software and techniques. Further training shall be provided.
- Ability to work to a high degree of accuracy in a dynamic & driven team.
- A committed attitude and eagerness to learn in a fast paced industry.
- Ability to use your initiative, problem solve and work to deadlines.
- Have pride and passion for great customer service and high quality survey work.
- Effective communication skills and good time keeping.
- UK driving licence.
We offer excellent employment packages along with industry leading training and development
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a leading survey firm within the industry. If you are interested please send your CV to recruitment@mhls.co.uk
