Growing Careers at Cheal: Theo’s Journey to Survey Technician
Theo joined Cheal looking for an opportunity to continue building his experience and further develop his surveying career. During his time with the company, he continued growing in his role as a Survey Technician while also completing his Diploma in Surveying.
Building Skills Through Study and Experience
Theo decided to pursue a Diploma in Surveying to strengthen his knowledge and gain a formal qualification alongside his practical experience.
“Getting the diploma gave me the chance to learn more about the job and put a qualification behind my name,” he says.
While studying, Cheal supported Theo by providing reduced work hours to help balance study commitments and assisting with some of the course costs.
“Managing work and study at the same time was definitely the biggest challenge, but having that support made a big difference.”
Progressing as a Survey Technician
Although Theo had already been carrying out Survey Technician responsibilities in his previous role, joining Cheal gave him the opportunity to continue progressing and further develop his skills.
Since becoming a Survey Technician, Theo has taken on greater responsibility across projects from start to finish – including fieldwork, data processing, and final outputs.
“Working at Cheal has helped me build on my experience and grow as a Survey Technician. Taking ownership across full jobs has set me up well for the next step in my career.”
Variety, Responsibility, and Team Support
For Theo, one of the highlights of working at Cheal is the variety that comes with the role.
“No two jobs are the same, so you’re constantly working on different sites with different challenges and clients. The mix of field and office work keeps it interesting.”
He also values the supportive team environment and the trust given to staff to manage their own projects.
“The team is approachable and easy to work with. You’re supported when you need it, but also encouraged to take ownership, which helps build confidence and develop your skills.”
A Great Place to Grow
Theo says he would recommend Cheal to anyone looking to build a career in surveying.
“You get exposed to a wide range of projects and opportunities to grow your skills. It’s a great balance of independence and teamwork.”
Cheal supports professional growth and creating opportunities for development are an important part of what we do – helping our people build rewarding, long-term careers in surveying and engineering.
Frequently Asked Questions
What career growth opportunities does Cheal offer in surveying?
Cheal provides opportunities for surveyors to build experience across a wide range of projects while developing technical and professional skills. Team members are encouraged to take ownership of projects and continue progressing in their surveying careers through both practical experience and further study.
Does Cheal support employees studying surveying qualifications?
Yes. Cheal supports employees who are completing surveying qualifications by offering flexibility where possible, including adjusted work hours and assistance with study-related costs, helping staff balance work and study commitments.
Why work in surveying at Cheal?
Working in surveying at Cheal offers a mix of field and office work, exposure to varied projects and clients, and a supportive team environment. Surveyors gain hands-on experience, responsibility across full project delivery, and opportunities for long-term career development in the industry.