Field Utility Locator: Subsurface Mapping Pro

Veris; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Veris is seeking a skilled Utility Locator in Australia to detect and map underground utilities, ensuring accuracy and safety for client projects. You will conduct field-based utility location activities, collect and manage subsurface data, and may travel regionally or interstate as needed.

The ideal candidate will have qualifications in utility mapping or surveying, experience with GPR, SONDE and locating tools, and strong communication skills to collaborate with Veris team locators and clients.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in utility mapping, surveying or equivalent experience.
• Experience with subsurface utility detection and locating technologies such as Ground Penetrating Radar, SONDE and wands.
• Ability to work independently and with Veris team locators and surveyors.
• Strong understanding of AS 5488-2022 Classification of Subsurface Utility Information (SUI).
• Experience managing field teams.
• Ability to interpret a broad range of utility asset owner plans and diagrams.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management.
• Ability to think strategically to enhance service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Detect and map underground utilities to ensure project safety and accuracy.
• Perform field-based utility location activities and manage subsurface data for clients.
• Occasional regional and interstate travel may be required.

Skills

Subsurface utility detection

Field data collection

Team leadership

AS 5488-2022 knowledge

Communication

Stakeholder management

Interpretation of utility plans

Strategic thinking

Tools

Ground Penetrating Radar

Sonde

Wands

Job description

Veris is seeking a skilled Utility Locator in Australia to detect and map underground utilities, ensuring accuracy and safety for client projects. You will conduct field-based utility location activities, collect and manage subsurface data, and may travel regionally or interstate as needed.

The ideal candidate will have qualifications in utility mapping or surveying, experience with GPR, SONDE and locating tools, and strong communication skills to collaborate with Veris team locators and clients.