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Geospatial Operations Lead (Aerial Topo Surveyor

Allen & York


Job Location:

Leeds - UK

Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 3 September 2026 (6 days ago)
Application Deadline: 1 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Geospatial Operations Lead / Aerial Topographic Surveyor

Cambourne or Leeds Hybrid & Flexible Working

Im working with a growing engineering consultancy looking to appoint an experienced Geospatial Operations Lead / Aerial Topographic Surveyor to take ownership of its surveying capability and play a key role in the growth of the division.

Strong surveying experience is essential for this role. This position is suited to someone with a solid background in topographical surveying who also has experience with aerial survey techniques and is ready to take the next step into a broader technical and leadership position.

Youll combine hands-on survey delivery with responsibility for managing projects reviewing data quality coordinating external survey partners and improving systems and workflows. The role will involve a mix of aerial photogrammetry LiDAR and traditional topographical surveying alongside exposure to TLS SLAM and measured building surveys.

Were looking for someone with:

  • Around 5 years surveying experience
  • A strong background in topographical surveying
  • Experience with aerial surveying photogrammetry and/or LiDAR
  • Experience using CAD and survey processing software such as Pix4D Agisoft DJI Terra or N4CE
  • The ability to manage survey projects from initial enquiry through to final data delivery
  • An interest in developing into a leadership and operational role

This is a genuine opportunity to move beyond purely technical delivery take ownership of a growing surveying function and have a real influence on how the team develops.

The role offers hybrid working performance incentives pension 25 days holiday and a clear progression route towards senior leadership.