Assistant Geospatial Engineer
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£42,500
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3113 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 44% sure that is the right code. Murphy Geospatial UK Ltd is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Possible 3113 (Engineering technicians) · 44% match
- Possible 3114 (Building and civil engineering technicians) · 39% match
- Likely 2121 (Civil engineers) · 7% match
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3113 Engineering technicians Most likely code | £33,400 | £34,000 | £38,300 | £42,500 |
3114 Building and civil engineering technicians Also possible | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
2121 Civil engineers Also possible | £35,200 | £40,300 | £45,300 | £50,400 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Assistant Geospatial Engineer, Somerset UK
We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.
Woolpert is an award‑winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, we embrace progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.
As part of Woolpert, Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company contributes deep geospatial expertise across Europe, supporting complex infrastructure, property, manufacturing, utilities, and natural‑environment projects through world‑class data capture, verification, and governance.
Position Overview
Murphy Geospatial, A Woolpert Company is hiring an Assistant Geospatial Engineer to join our team in Somerset. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their career in surveying and geospatial engineering while gaining hands-on experience on a high-profile Digital Construction project.
You will work alongside experienced Geospatial Engineers and Senior Geospatial Engineers, supporting the delivery of accurate survey data, setting-out activities, survey control, and project documentation. This role would suit someone with a relevant qualification or early experience in surveying, geomatics, construction, or engineering who is eager to learn, develop, and contribute to technically challenging projects.
What You Will Do
- Support field survey teams with engineering, setting-out, verification, and as-built survey activities.
- Assist with the use of modern survey equipment including Total Stations, GNSS, GPS, data collectors, laser scanning, UAV and imaging tools.
- Help establish, maintain, and verify survey control networks, grid lines, and site control.
- Record survey information accurately and consistently in line with project specifications and scope.
What You Will Bring
- A qualification or early experience in surveying, geomatics, engineering, construction, or a related field.
- An interest in geospatial engineering, digital construction, survey control, and setting out.
- Some familiarity with survey equipment, CAD, or survey processing software would be an advantage.
- Good attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
- Willing and able to work a rotation-based pattern of 10 days on and 4 days off.
- Right to work in the UK.
- A full clean manual driving licence is desirable but not essential.
- CSCS card, or willingness to begin the process of obtaining one.
Benefits You Will Love
At Murphy Geospatial – A Woolpert Company, you’ll join a collaborative and innovative team where your expertise makes a real impact. Our benefits include:
- Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package aligned to your experience
- Access to cutting‑edge geospatial technology and industry‑leading tools
- Flexible working options designed to support work–life balance
- Enhanced wellbeing support, including employee assistance initiatives
- Opportunities within a growing, globally connected organisation through our partnership with Woolpert
- Fitness and Wellbeing reimbursement programme
Equal Employment Opportunity
Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, and promote without regard to protected characteristics. For more information, see our EEO resources.
Applicants requiring accommodation during recruitment may contact [email protected]
Agency Notice
Please do not contact any employee of Woolpert or its subsidiaries about this requisition. Agencies not engaged by the Woolpert Talent Acquisition Team will not be eligible for fee payment.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Engineering technicians (SOC 3113) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~91k in sample- Middle half £33,540–50,648
- Median £42,172
- Going rate £42,500
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–38,300
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Murphy Geospatial UK Ltd holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3113 going rate of £42,500. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.