Survey & Discovery Supervisor

We are looking for an experienced Survey & Discovery Supervisor to join our Clean Rivers & Seas team in Falmer. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering essential survey and discovery activities that support major water infrastructure programmes and help improve environmental outcomes for local communities.

Vacancy Introduction

As a Survey & Discovery Supervisor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of survey crews, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. Acting as the vital link between operational teams in the field and the office-based project team, you will coordinate resources, monitor productivity, support programme delivery, and provide technical guidance to survey operatives. You will oversee activities including property surveys, dye testing, chamber surveys, and connectivity investigations, whilst ensuring all work complies with company procedures, health and safety requirements, and client expectations. The role also involves conducting site inspections, resolving operational issues, supporting the development of field teams, maintaining accurate project records, and ensuring survey data is completed accurately and submitted on time.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a proactive and organised supervisor who can confidently lead teams, solve problems, and maintain high standards across multiple work locations.

• Experience supervising survey, site investigation, or operational crews within the water, utilities, or infrastructure sector.
• Knowledge of drainage and sewer networks, including foul and surface water systems and connectivity investigations.
• Experience carrying out or overseeing property surveys, dye testing, and chamber surveys.
• Understanding of NRSWA requirements, traffic management, and safe working practices on the highway.
• Strong leadership, communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret drawings, GIS mapping, survey information, and project data.
• Valid UK Driving Licence, CSCS/ECS Card, NRSWA Supervisor qualification, and EUSR National Water Hygiene (Blue Card).

Why Join Us?

Cappagh Browne Utilities Ltd is a special purpose joint venture established to deliver wastewater network maintenance and repair services for Southern Water across the South of England. We focus on keeping sewer networks operating efficiently through planned maintenance, emergency response and rehabilitation works. Our capability is underpinned by a substantial fleet of specialist vehicles including vacuum tankers, jetting units and CCTV survey equipment, supported by advanced technology for rapid diagnostics and effective solutions. With a reputation for safety, reliability and technical expertise, Cappagh Browne plays a critical role in protecting communities and maintaining essential infrastructure.

At Browne, we recruit directly wherever possible and partner with agencies through our approved Preferred Supplier List (PSL) when needed. All agency communications must be authorised and submitted through the Recruitment Team. Unsolicited or speculative CVs will not be considered a valid introduction, and no fees will be applicable.

Please note that we drug and alcohol test all new starters as part of their induction, whilst also carrying out a DBS check.

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