PQS Survey’s Derby depot is a key service and support centre for customers across Derby, the Midlands and surrounding regions, providing access to the latest surveying equipment, machine control technology and digital construction solutions.
Supporting projects across construction, civil engineering and infrastructure sectors, the depot combines extensive industry expertise with innovative technology to help customers improve efficiency, accuracy and productivity on site.
Services include survey equipment hire, calibration and repair, machine control installations, technical support, EUSR CAT and Genny training, and a comprehensive range of surveying consumables. The Derby team is committed to delivering responsive local support and practical solutions that help customers get the most from their equipment and technology.
A Central Hub for Construction and National Machine Control Excellence
Based in the heart of the country, our Derby depot is a critical strategic hub for survey and safety equipment hire, sales, and technical support. Its central location allows us to provide rapid response and expert service to a vast area, from the industrial centres of Derby, Nottingham, and Leicester, across the heart of Birmingham and Coventry, and extending down to Worcester, Gloucester, and Bristol.
In addition to serving these key cities, our Derby team supports major infrastructure and civil engineering projects across Wales and throughout the South West, regularly reaching as far as Exeter and Truro. Whether you are working on a bypass in Staffordshire or a utility contract in Cardiff, PQS Survey Derby provides the high-specification technology and rapid local support required to keep your site compliant and accurate.
The National Centre for Leica and Topcon Machine Control
While our Derby depot offers our full range of survey and safety services, it is also the national headquarters for our specialist Machine Control team. We lead the UK market in the hire, sale, service, and repair of both Leica and Topcon 2D and 3D machine control systems.
Our expertise allows contractors to integrate advanced technology directly into their plant fleets, specifically for excavators and dozers. This technology ensures millimetre precision in grading and excavation, significantly increasing site productivity, reducing fuel consumption, and eliminating costly over-excavation. From our Derby base, we support these complex systems on a national scale, providing on-site installations, calibrations, and remote and on-site technical support to ensure your machinery operates at peak efficiency wherever your project is located.
A Heritage of Technical Excellence and Regional Insight
The reputation of PQS Survey is grounded in the deep-seated expertise of our people, and our Derby team embodies this commitment to professional excellence. Our specialists bring a high level of technical proficiency to every project, shaped by years of supporting the diverse construction requirements found throughout the heart of the country. From the intricate urban regeneration projects transforming Birmingham and Nottingham to the sprawling infrastructure networks connecting Leicester, Coventry, and Worcester, we provide the informed perspective your site demands.
We bridge the gap between traditional surveying values and the future of site technology. While our daily operations involve high-specification solutions such as 3D machine control and robotic total stations, we remain committed to a person-centred approach. We understand that complex projects in Gloucester, Bristol, or across Wales require more than just a supplier; they require a partner who understands the local terrain and compliance standards. Whether you are dropping in from Staffordshire or travelling up from the South West, you can always expect professional guidance and a hot drink at our Derby hub to discuss your specific project goals.
“Our Derby depot is more than just a local branch; it is the heartbeat of our national Machine Control operation. We are proud to support the UK’s most ambitious contractors with the precision technology they need from a cobra reel or rotating laser to a 3D machine control cab kit for their excavator.”
Phill, PQS Derby Depot Manager
Specialised Hire: Survey and Site Safety Equipment
We provide a dual-focus hire service, ensuring that your site is equipped for both precision and protection. Our fleet is maintained to the highest manufacturer standards, ensuring total reliability from the moment it arrives on your site. Whether you are looking to hire a confined space safety kit, a pipe laser, a cobra reel or a rotating laser, you can be sure we can assist. Our central location ensures we can offer flexible hire terms that adapt to the shifting timelines of modern construction in areas like Leicester, Coventry, and Wolverhampton.
Specialist Instrument Maintenance and Safety Certification in Derby
Operating as a primary technical hub for the heart of the country, our Derby workshop provides the intensive support necessary to keep high-pressure sites operational. Our engineers are fully authorised to perform precision service, calibration, and repair on Abtech Safety and Globestock Safety equipment, including specialized davit kits and confined space systems. We focus on ensuring that every piece of rescue and retrieval gear leaving our facility is compliant with the most recent safety legislation, providing a critical safety net for contractors across Nottingham, Birmingham, and Leicester.
Our technical team maintains a high level of expertise through manufacturer-specific training for Spectra Precision lasers, as well as the latest Leica and Topcon geospatial instruments. We also serve as a dedicated maintenance centre for Draeger escape sets and MSA portable gas detectors, providing the meticulous care required for atmospheric monitoring and respiratory protection. By offering streamlined turnaround times and expert technical oversight, we ensure that projects from Stoke to Hereford and throughout Wales avoid unnecessary delays, delivering equipment that is consistently certified and ready for immediate deployment.
Exclusive UK Distributors for TinyMobileRobots
Innovation is at the heart of what we do. PQS Survey is the exclusive UK distributor for TinyMobileRobots, a partnership that puts our Derby depot at the forefront of the autonomous revolution in construction. These industry-leading robots are designed to automate the setting-out process, drastically reducing the time spent on-site marking and improving accuracy. By using our exclusive robotic solutions, contractors can streamline their workflows and significantly lower their operational costs while maintaining perfect precision.
The Region’s Most Comprehensive Stock of Survey Accessories
We understand that your site cannot wait for essential supplies. Our Derby warehouse carries an extensive inventory of survey accessories and consumables, ensuring we are the primary stockist for the region. From survey flags and mag nails to heavy-duty tripods and high-visibility marker paint, we have the stock on the shelf ready for immediate collection or rapid delivery across the Midlands, Wales, and the South West.
Contact PQS Survey Derby Today
Put our industry-leading expertise to work for your next project. Whether you need a long-term hire for a major infrastructure build or a national machine control solution for your fleet, Phill and the team in Derby are ready to help.