Geodetic Engineer

Alwarqa Survey Engineering is seeking a Geodetic Survey Engineer to join their team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role is crucial for ensuring high-accuracy positioning work and requires a technical expert to plan and execute control surveys.

With over 30 years of experience in the surveying industry, Alwarqa Survey Engineering offers a comprehensive range of services, including Topographic Surveying, DGPS-Based Surveying, GIS Work, Underground Utilities Detection Survey, Photogrammetric Surveying, and Hydrographic Surveying. They utilize state-of-the-art technology to deliver high-quality surveying services.

If you are looking for a challenging role in geodetic surveying with a reputable company, apply now!

Company Overview

Alwarqa Survey Engineering has over 30 years of experience in the surveying industry, offering a comprehensive range of services that cater to various sectors. They ensure precision, efficiency, and innovative solutions using state-of-the-art technology to deliver high-quality surveying services that meet the diverse needs of their clients.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: AED2,500.00 - AED5,500.00 per month
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience: 5 Year+
• Qualifications: bachelors-degree

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, design and carry out geodetic control surveys, including GNSS static and RTK observations, precise levelling and total station traverses.
• Establish, check and maintain survey control networks and benchmarks for construction, infrastructure and land projects.
• Process and adjust survey data using professional software, then review results for accuracy and quality.
• Handle coordinate transformations between WGS84 and local systems such as the Dubai Local Transverse Mercator (DLTM) grid and local datums.
• Prepare clear survey reports, control schedules, drawings and deliverables that meet client and authority standards.
• Guide and support surveyors, party chiefs and survey assistants on site.
• Coordinate with project engineers, clients and government authorities on survey requirements.
• Follow all health, safety and environmental rules, including safe work in hot weather and near traffic or construction.
• Keep accurate records of field notes, raw data and calculations for audit and future reference.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Geodesy, Surveying or Civil Engineering (MANDATORY).
• 5 to 8 years of hands-on experience in geodetic or control surveying, ideally including work in the UAE or GCC.
• Professional certification or membership in a recognised surveying body is a plus.
• A valid UAE driving licence is preferred.
• Strong understanding of geodesy, map projections, datums and coordinate systems.
• Skilled with GNSS receivers, total stations and digital or auto levels (Leica, Trimble, Topcon or similar).
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and data checking methods.
• Clear written and spoken English; Arabic or Urdu/Hindi is a plus.
• Careful, detail-focused and able to work independently as well as in a team.

Benefits

• Regular outdoor fieldwork in hot and humid conditions, with occasional long days or weekend work depending on project needs.
• Travel between project sites across the UAE.