The Field Surveyor will conduct on-site inspections, measurements, and mapping to prepare for the setup of hospital camps, ensuring compliance with safety, layout, and regulatory standards. They will work in tandem with engineers, logistics managers, and health professionals to ensure the site is functional, accessible, and safe for patient care.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Site Evaluation & Selection: Assess potential locations for hospital camps, analyzing topography, land stability, and accessibility.
Topographic & Layout Surveys: Conduct precise measurements to map the land, identifying existing infrastructure (water, electricity, buildings) and planning the optimal layout for tents, structures, and vehicle access.
Data Collection & Mapping: Use GPS, GNSS, or total stations to collect data and generate detailed maps, sketches, and charts for site planning.
Compliance Monitoring: Ensure the site layout meets health safety regulations, fire safety standards, and environmental requirements.
Utility & Access Planning: Map out access points for ambulances, patient transport, and emergency utilities (generators, water supply).
Collaboration: Coordinate with construction teams, local authorities, and medical staff to finalize site preparation and address logistical challenges.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of measurements, survey notes, and site data.
Qualifications & Skills
Education: A diploma or degree in surveying, civil engineering, or a related field.
Experience: Prior experience as a field surveyor, site surveyor, or in a similar role in construction or emergency logistics.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in using GPS receivers, total stations, 3D laser scanners, and surveying software (e.g., AutoCAD, GIS).
Physical Stamina: Ability to perform extensive outdoor fieldwork, including hiking, walking long distances, and carrying equipment.
Analytical Skills: Strong mathematical skills for calculating measurements and interpreting data.
Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with various teams and stakeholders.
License: A valid driver’s license, as travel to multiple sites may be required.
Work Environment
Location: Primarily on-site, which may be in challenging or remote locations.
Conditions: Work is performed outdoors and may involve exposure to varied weather conditions.
Hours: May require long hours, including weekends or nights, to meet tight deadlines for emergency setups.