Job Description: Traffic Survey Technician
About Charge Surveys
Charge Surveys is a family-run traffic survey company that has experienced significant organic growth since our establishment in 2018. We are currently seeking a motivated, dedicated, and hardworking individual to join our expanding team to support the further growth of the business.
Position Overview
As a Traffic Survey Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accurate execution of traffic surveys across the UK. This position involves the installation, maintenance, repair, and collection of traffic survey equipment, including automatic traffic counters and survey cameras. You will be responsible for preparing and organising equipment, conducting site inspections, and maintaining high-quality standards in your work.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct traffic surveys safely and accurately according to specifications set by your survey manager.
- Install, maintain, repair, and collect traffic survey equipment nationwide.
- Prepare, organise, and maintain equipment and consumables for daily operations.
- Record short site reports and conduct on-site inspections as required.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Driving License: Full UK driving license and confidence in driving a van long distances on a regular basis (company vehicle provided).
- Physical Fitness: Ability to perform labour-intensive manual site work and carry equipment.
- Map Reading: Proficient in understanding and reading maps.
- Quality Work: Eagerness and commitment to conducting work to a high standard with effective communication skills.
- Independence: Comfortable working independently and outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Ladder Safety: Ability / Willingness to learn to position and scale ladders safely and confidently.
- Highway Safety: Comfortable working in and around highway environments.
- Power Tools: Experience operating power tools (e.g. drills).
- Computer Skills: Basic computer literacy and ability to perform essential functions on a PC.
Work Hours
This position is based out of our Harlow depot, with considerable travel required to survey sites across the country. Work hours may vary, including early starts, late evenings, and occasional night work. Some projects may require overnight hotel stays. The role operates on an annualised hours contract based on 40 hours per week, with actual hours fluctuating based on survey demand. Overtime will be compensated at a flat hourly rate.
Additional Compensation
- Yearly Bonus Scheme: Discretionary bonuses based on company profits and individual performance.
- Overtime Pay: Available for weekend work.
- Company Pension: Participation in the company pension scheme.
License Certification
- Clean Driving License: Required.
- DBS Clearance: Basic DBS clearance preferred but not essential.
Benefits
Working Remotely
This position does not allow for remote work; you will be expected to travel daily to/from our Harlow depot to various survey sites.
If you are a dedicated individual looking to contribute to a growing company and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for the Traffic Survey Technician position at Charge Surveys. Join us in making a difference in traffic data collection and analysis!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £32,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Application question(s):
- This role requires you to be hard working and highly motivated. You will be on bespoke site locations each day, so have to be comfortable driving to these locations and working independently.
Language:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: CS-Technician-1
