Student Placement - Assistant Surveyor

Murphy Geospatial • Dresden, NY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and reliable student to join our team on a major substation project in Stuttgart. This placement offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced surveyors on a live construction and infrastructure project. The successful candidate will support the survey team with day-to-day site activities while also assisting with communication between German-speaking site personnel and English-speaking surveyors.

Requirements

• Fluent German and strong English communication skills.
• Interest in surveying, construction, infrastructure, or geospatial technologies.
• Willingness to work on-site Monday to Thursday.
• Ability to work safely and follow Health & Safety procedures.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn.
• Full rights to work in Germany
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
• Ability to work as part of a team or independently, follow instructions and be innovative.
• Excellent communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Attend daily Health & Safety briefings and toolbox talks.
• Communicate and explain Health & Safety instructions and site requirements to surveyors and site personnel in English where required.
• Assist field surveyors with day-to-day surveying activities on active substation projects.
• Support the collection and recording of survey data on site.
• Assist with the setup, operation, and care of surveying equipment including: GPS/GNSS receivers, Total Stations (TS), Laser Scanners.
• Help maintain accurate survey records and documentation.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with project procedures and Health & Safety requirements.
• Work closely with project teams to support the successful delivery of surveying activities.
• Any other duties as required by the business.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package aligned to your experience
• Access to cutting‑edge geospatial technology and industry‑leading tools
• Flexible working options designed to support work–life balance
• Enhanced wellbeing support, including employee assistance initiatives
• Opportunities within a growing, globally connected organisation through our partnership with Woolpert
• Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Performance‑related bonus scheme that rewards your contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed