Technical Surveyor (CAD Technician)

Company Description UKTC is a UKAS accredited testing and certification body specialising in fire performance, security and construction product certification services for the built environment.

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As part of the SOCOTEC UK & Ireland group, UKTC supports manufacturers, fabricators and installers in demonstrating compliance with recognised national and international standards through independent third-party certification and testing services.
We are currently expanding our certification team to support the continued growth of our UKTC Ensure certification schemes, including fire resistant and enhanced security doorset certification.
This is an opportunity to join a growing technical business operating at the forefront of product assurance, compliance and building safety within the construction sector.
You will work alongside experienced certification, laboratory and technical professionals within a business focused on competence, integrity and continual improvement.
Job Description Technical Surveyor
As a Technical Surveyor at UKTC, you will play a crucial role in our fire resistance testing operations. You will witness specimen installations to verify their dimensions, materials, and construction methods, producing detailed 'as built' CAD drawings and component schedules that form part of subsequent fire test reports.
Key Responsibilities:
Review clients' drawings and bill of materials prior to installation to ensure sufficient information for conducting surveys
Liaise with Technical Officers and clients to obtain and clarify information and drawings
Conduct accurate surveys of specimens, recording details and verifying them against client-provided information through measurements and photographs
Produce elevation and section drawings, component schedules, and written descriptions of test specimens
Utilize AutoCAD LT, Microsoft Office, and internal systems
Provide training to colleagues in surveying roles when required
Qualifications Essential xwzovoh Requirements:
Experienced and confident using AutoCAD LT
Experience in a similar role, ideally within construction or civil engineering
Proficient in working with technical drawings
Good general education including English and Maths
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Understanding and commitment to health and safety
Highly organized with ability to work to tight deadlines
Demonstrates consistently high-quality work
Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office
Desirable:
HND in engineering/CAD drawing, scientific discipline, or equivalent
Knowledge of construction process technical aspects and specific risks involved