Trainee Underground Locator — Learn & Grow in FNQ

Northern Underground Cable Finder Pty Ltd; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Long-term career opportunity

Regional travel opportunities

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Northern Underground Cable Finder Pty Ltd in Cairns is seeking a Trainee Underground Service Locator to join our team in Cairns. You will learn to locate and identify underground services before excavation on civil, construction and infrastructure projects.

No prior experience required; full training will be provided. The role offers a practical, hands-on pathway and the chance to build a long-term career in underground utility locating.

Qualifications

• Current Australian driver's licence
• Construction White Card
• Good written and verbal communication
• Basic computer/tablet skills
• Ability to work outdoors in Far North Queensland conditions
• Ability to travel for regional work when required
• Australian working rights

Responsibilities

• Locate underground electrical, communications, water and other services before excavation
• Read and interpret underground service plans and BYDA information
• Mark underground services accurately on site
• Record service depths and locations
• Prepare professional underground service locating reports
• Assist with verification of underground services using hydro-vac / non-destructive digging
• Communicate professionally with clients, contractors and site personnel
• Complete site safety documentation including JSEA/JSA requirements

Skills

Current Australian driver's licence

Construction White Card

Good written and verbal communication

Basic computer/tablet skills

Able to work outdoors in Far NorthQLD

Willingness to travel regional work

Australian working rights

Job description

Northern Underground Cable Finder Pty Ltd in Cairns is seeking a Trainee Underground Service Locator to join our team in Cairns. You will learn to locate and identify underground services before excavation on civil, construction and infrastructure projects.

No prior experience required; full training will be provided. The role offers a practical, hands-on pathway and the chance to build a long-term career in underground utility locating.