Powers surveyor profile – Devon Nock
Devon Nock is a Revit technician and Measured Building surveyor at Powers. He joined the business in 2024 and works on 3D modelling projects throughout the UK. With his background in Revit and Building Information Modelling (BIM), he has continued to develop his skills since joining Powers, particularly in advanced data processing and across the whole lifecycle of measured building projects. In this web article, we spoke to Devon to find out more about what his job entails.
Surveying: a career with Powers
A modern approach Apprenticeships are viewed today as very worthwhile options to those who do not want to follow the full time further and higher education route. University or college education isn’t for everyone, and with the added pressures of student debt that higher education can bring, the appeal of learning a profession while studying […]
Your future in surveying – the truth about what surveying companies are looking for
What do you look for when recruiting a new surveyor? We are firmly committed to encouraging more surveyors into the profession, so we have an active level three and level six apprenticeship programme running at all times. However, if we’re looking to recruit someone with experience, then we’re looking for a team player who has […]
Making a career within the geospatial profession
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Powers director updates profession on geospatial apprenticeships
Trailblazing Lucy is co-chair of the apprenticeship trailblazer group and is currently talking to technical colleges across the country to encourage them to adopt the apprenticeship, along with the mandated level three Diploma in Geospatial Surveying qualification. She explained why there was a need for it and the barriers to it currently being more widely […]
How can I become a land surveyor?
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Although some of our work is office based, or can be carried out remotely, our data gathering is carried out in-situ. Therefore, surveying is definitely an outdoor activity suited to people who like hiking in rugged terrain and who are used to working in extreme weather. We can literally be working in any location, from […]
Powers are hiring – we are looking to add to our growing team with various roles
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National Apprenticeship Week 2023
Apprenticeships combine practical work experience with study, allowing apprentices to earn while they learn. This makes them a great option for those who want to gain real-world experience and increase their job prospects. It also means that apprentices can gain further education, free of the debt burden that comes with an expensive college or university […]
Why Powers are championing KS3 Maths and Geography
Why champion geography and maths to KS3 children? High school is a great time to start exploring potential career paths. Parents of high school-aged students should encourage their children to pursue career paths that will lead to success and satisfaction. Land surveying encourages creative thinking and provides a sense of accomplishment and pride as surveyors […]