About the role

  • Technical Development Manager driving geospatial technical excellence at Murphy Geospatial. Collaborating with cross-departmental teams to enhance operational performance through innovative technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the survey department technical team members to source, develop, test and implement improved geospatial technologies and workflows effectively into the business.
  • Chair and coordinate various technical committees tasked with implementing improved technical solutions in strategic areas of the business.
  • Effectively project manage and deliver technical development projects.
  • Align best practise technical standards across the business.
  • Work closely with the companies Geospatial Consultants to understand client requirements and pain points to ensure technical development projects align.
  • Keep abreast of new geospatial technological and industry advancements to ensure the company continues to lead the way.
  • Identify capability gaps and work with key stakeholders to set out the steps required to improve.
  • Provide technical support and consultancy on external client projects.
  • Accelerate the implementation and adoption of new advanced technologies (AI/ML etc).
  • Support the technical training, upskilling and mentoring of employees.
  • Collaborate with the Operations team on their projects to drive a continuous improvement culture.

Requirements

  • Proven experience and expertise working with a variety of geospatial technology and techniques (field and office), delivering complex projects with advanced solutions.
  • Example areas of expertise could include Lidar & Point Cloud, Photogrammetry, UAV, Mobile Mapping, BIM, GIS, Digital Twin, IOT, Subsurface, Geospatial Data Analysis & Analytics, AI/ML, High Precision Control Networks etc.
  • Experience in implementing new innovative/improved geospatial tech solutions.
  • Strong project management / organisational skills.
  • Full rights to work in the UK.
  • Strong stakeholder management / communication skills.
  • Programming knowledge/experience (desirable).

Benefits

  • A role with influence – the opportunity to shape technical standards, workflows, and future geospatial capabilities across the entire business.
  • Access to advanced technologies – work with cutting‑edge geospatial tools, platforms, and methods as part of a company committed to continuous innovation.
  • Flexible work arrangements – hybrid working options with the ability to work from home or your nearest regional office.
  • A collaborative culture – join a forward‑thinking Operations team that thrives on shared problem‑solving, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
  • Competitive compensation package – aligned with your experience and the seniority of the role.

Job title

Technical Development Manager

Job type

Experience level

Junior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

Location requirements

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