RPS are seeking Survey Assistants to assist in carrying out Flow, Asset & CCTV surveys of the wastewater network for our clients across the UK. The salary for this role is a minimum £25,396.80 negotiable depending on experience. Overtime rates and benefits are available. About The Team The RPS Asset, Surveying, and Inspection (AS&I) team provides industry leading services to the UK Water Industry and our employees are involved in services supporting Water Networks, Drainage, Surveying, Leakage Consultancy, Water Resources and Efficiency. The team analyse complex data and provide pragmatic solutions. This includes reducing water leakage and preventing flooding and pollution in local communities. Our Wastewater Operations teams are a collection of 3-person site survey crews that support the regional water companies by gathering data from both above and below-ground wastewater assets. These assets can include reservoirs, dams, highways, and water treatment plants. About You As a key member of the Asset, Surveying, and Inspection (AS&I) business, your role as Survey Assistant is critical to our strategic priorities – to deliver great work for our clients by providing excellent customer service and executing complex operational tasks. Whether you are just starting out or taking the next step in your career, this position provides an opportunity for you to progress with RPS. You will need to work flexibly, working weekends, evenings and overtime if required. Be willing to travel to different locations. It is essential that you enjoy working outdoors, as come rain or shine, you will mostly be outside. Your Responsibilities This role focuses on using state of the art Flow Monitoring & CCTV survey equipment to survey the wastewater network to provide data to our clients. Previous experience in a related role is preferred but not essential. Experience of working in confined spaces and highway working, ideally holding both a Confined Spaces Certificate and NRSWA Signing Lighting & Guarding qualification is preferrable but not essential as full training can be provided. This is a customer facing role requiring excellent customer service skills. Applicants must have exceptional organisational skills and be able to work to deadlines. Please note that the work will be outdoors in all weather conditions and will involve the manual handling of manhole chamber covers and other heavy items. Due to the nature of the work, flexibility regarding working hours and location is essential. This includes staying away from home, occasional Saturday work, early starts and late finishes as required. Overtime rates, hotels and expenses are paid accordingly. Skills, Knowledge, And Experience Must be literate and numerate and comfortable with using mobile phone-based applications Must be physically fit and willing to enter manholes to complete survey work Commitment to working safely with excellent health and safety awareness Accurate record-keeping capabilities Demonstrable track record of reliability and flexibility Must be willing to work away from home up to 4 nights per week when needed Able to follow instruction and work as part of a team Qualifications Must have a full UK driving License Health And Safety This role may involve: Moving heavy items including inspection chamber covers. Working in all weather conditions (this could include night work also). You may be required to work in confined spaces and on highways. Please note mandatory drugs and alcohol tests are undertaken for this role and a DBS check will be undertaken. What’s in it for you? A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go. A career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number; you are part of the solution. Why RPS? We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you. About RPS, a Tetra Tech Company RPS, part of Tetra Tech since January 2023, is a global firm that defines, designs, and manages projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s 28,000-strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career. Kickstart your adventure with endless possibilities within AS&I What happens next? If we feel you are a good match, we will be in touch to arrange a competency interview. If this opportunity suits your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. All applications will be considered. Ready to apply? Please have your CV ready and continue with your application online. 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