Certified Utility Locator

Abletech Underground Group; Yandina; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Phone and Laptop

Ongoing training

Varied projects & growth opportunities

Job summary

Abletech Underground Group is seeking an Underground Service Locator to identify, locate and mark underground utilities for safe excavation and construction projects. The role involves using electromagnetic locating equipment and GPR, interpreting service plans, and maintaining site records.

You will work on varied projects with a supportive team, ensuring accuracy, safety, and timely communication with clients and supervisors. A current driver's licence and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in underground service locating.
• Knowledge of underground utilities and civil construction.
• Experience using locating equipment and GPR.
• Ability to read and interpret service plans and drawings.
• Current driver's licence.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to safety.
• A positive attitude and willingness to be part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Identify, locate and mark underground utilities to support safe excavation and construction.
• Locate underground services including electrical, telecommunications, water, sewer and gas.
• Use electromagnetic locating equipment and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR).
• Prepare accurate reports and site documentation; communicate with clients and project teams.

Skills

Experience in locating

Underground utilities knowledge

GPR usage

Service plan interpretation

Driver's license

Communication & problem solving

Attention to detail & safety

Team player

Tools

Locating equipment

GPR equipment

Job description

Join the Abletech Team | Full-Time Opportunity

Abletech is looking for a motivated and reliable Underground Service Locator to join our growing team.

We deliver high level underground utility locating services to support civil construction, infrastructure and excavation projects. We take pride in providing an efficient quality service, accurate results and a strong focus on safety.

Underground Service Locator

The Role

As an Underground Service Locator, you will be responsible for identifying, locating and marking underground utilities to help ensure excavation and construction works are carried out safely and efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Locating underground services including electrical, telecommunications, water, sewer and gas.
• Using electromagnetic locating equipment and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR).
• Interpreting service plans, DBYD information and utility drawings.
• Marking out underground assets on site.
• Preparing accurate reports and site documentation.
• Communicating with clients, site supervisors and project teams.
• Maintaining equipment and following workplace health and safety procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in underground service locating.
• Knowledge of underground utilities and civil construction.
• Experience using locating equipment and GPR.
• Ability to read and interpret service plans and drawings.
• Current driver's licence.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to safety.
• A positive attitude and willingness to be part of a team.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone reliable, switched on and proud of the work they deliver.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive remuneration based on experience.
• Company vehicle, Phone and Laptop.
• Quality equipment and technology.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Varied work across interesting projects.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding business.
• Long-term career opportunities.

Why Join Abletech?

At Abletech, you're more than just a number. We believe in having a great team, doing quality work and looking after the people who make our business successful.

If you're someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys being out in the field and wants to be part of a team that values professionalism, reliability and a bit of good humour, we'd love to hear from you.