Rail Survey Systems Technician

£35,000 - £40,000 base salary

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Full-time permanent position
Oxfordshire based when not travelling
Full training provided on specialist systems
Some survey roles become repetitive quickly.
This one probably won't.
A specialist rail technology business is looking for a hands-on Rail Survey Systems Technician to support the deployment, operation and maintenance of advanced survey systems across UK and international rail networks.
The work combines:
geospatial data capture
survey systems
field operations
troubleshooting
deployment logistics
customer-facing support
operational problem solving
You will be working with high-spec survey equipment including:
lidar scanners
camera systems
ground penetrating radar
positioning and timing systems
integrated mobile survey platforms
The role is less about pure surveying and more about becoming the person who understands how the systems work, how they are deployed and how to maintain consistent, high-quality data collection in live operational environments.
What stands out:
Highly varied field and systems work
Exposure to specialist rail and survey technology
International deployment opportunities
Hands-on ownership of equipment and systems
Combination of workshop, office and field-based environments
Opportunity to build highly niche technical expertise
Strong learning curve with long-term progression potential
The environment will suit someone who:
enjoys solving practical problems
likes working with equipment and integrated systems
is adaptable and operationally minded
prefers variety over routine
works well in demanding field environments
is naturally curious and hands-on
Strong transferable backgrounds could include :
utility surveying
GPR surveying
geomatics
geophysics
mobile mapping
field systems engineering
instrumentation or technical field service
Experience with electronics, sensor systems, data acquisition or survey technology would all be advantageous.Python or scripting knowledge would also be viewed positively, although not essential. xwzovoh
The business fully expects the successful person to grow into the role over time given the niche nature of the systems and environment.
Less suited to individuals looking for:
highly structured corporate environments
predictable day-to-day routines
predominantly office-based work
purely reporting or processing-led positions