"To provide two formed Map Supply Troops and individual Reprographic and Topographic Specialists in order to enhance the field deployable capability of the Geographic Engineer Group"

or in simple terms,

"To provide personnel capable of producing, supplying and distributing mapping and associated geographic products in support of todays mobile and dynamic field Army"

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The Royal Engineers
Even if the saying that the Army 'marches on its stomach' was true it could not function without maps and information about the ground. The Royal Engineers help the Army live, move and fight. 42 Engineer Regiment (Geographic) is that part of the Royal Engineers which provides maps, all types of geographic support and geographic advice to the Army.

The Royal Engineers can trace their history back to the Normans, when Military Engineers helped destroy enemy defences like castles and forts. Sappers are involved in every operation in every part of the world and have the motto 'UBIQUE' meaning 'EVERYWHERE'. Royal Engineers are involved in a variety of task which include: bridge building, minefield clearance, demolition and geographic support.

42 Engineer Regiment (Geographic)
135 Independent Geographic Squadron is the only part of the Territorial Army to support the otherwise all Regular Army, 42 Engineer Regiment (Geographic). 135 Squadron provides a TA Squadron to expand the capabilities of  42 Engineer Regiment (Geographic) in times of need.

... a Soldier
Royal Engineers are soldiers first and engineers second. We are a Support Arm working at the forward edge of the battle and must have excellent military skills to survive in this environment. Initial training and regular refresher training is provided to achieve this. Soldiering skills such as determination, initiative, quick thinking, responsibility and team work are the bedrock on which we build engineer expertise.

... an Engineer
We use a wide range of complex and sophisticated engineer and surveying equipment and learning to use them is rewarding and enjoyable. Speed is essential in war, so whether we are building a bridge or surveying an international border, time is of the essence. As you can imagine we need to embrace many different task and this means that everyone needs to play their part in the team. New and unusual tasks are part and parcel of life in the Royal Engineers.

... and a Civilian
TA service develops personal skills, self confidence and a sense of responsibility which are all useful at your civilian place of work. You will receive continuous and progressive leadership training designed to help you achieve your personal ambitions. Many TA trades are recognised as NVQs which will help to improve your employability. TA Sappers are professionally trained in a wide range of useful skills - What more could an employer ask for?