Utility Service Locator

Rural Fibre Co; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 Weeks Annual Leave

Training & career progression

Stable, long-term employment

Job summary

Rural Fibre Co is seeking an experienced Service Locator to support our Gippsland network projects. You will identify, locate, and protect underground utilities to ensure safe excavation and construction activities.

The role is based at our Pakenham area facility with travel throughout Gippsland using company vehicles. Typical hours 7am–4pm, Monday to Friday, with rare weekend shifts for outages; salary is around AU$90,000 per year plus super.

Qualifications

• White Card or Construction Induction Card required.
• RIICCM202EIdentify, Locate and Protect Underground Services certification or willingness to obtain.
• Current and valid Driver’s Licence (HR highly desirable).
• Experience locating underground services in civil or subdivision environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, locate, mark and record underground services per project requirements.
• Use locating equipment including GPR, EML, transmitters and hand tools.
• Conduct non-destructive vacuum excavation (NDD) to expose assets.
• Read BYDA plans and construction drawings; validate assets.
• Prepare locating reports and project documentation; communicate findings to site personnel.
• Maintain compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Support construction teams with accurate locating information to prevent strikes.

Skills

Underground locating equipment

Read asset plans & BYDA documents

Communication & teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety and risk management

Time-management

Education

White Card / Construction Induction Card

RIICCM202E Identify, Locate and Protect Underground Services

Driver’s Licence (HR desirable)

Tools

GPR

EML

Transmitter

NDD units

Job description

Utility Service Locator Position Description

About Rural Fibre Co

At Rural Fibre Co, we believe that high-speed, reliable internet is a necessity, not a luxury. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide by bringing fibre broadband to regional Australia, ensuring communities have the connectivity they need to thrive. Rural Fibre Co is built on a legacy of innovation, reliability, and customer-focused solutions. With deep roots in Gippsland, we are committed to transforming the digital landscape for communities often overlooked by traditional broadband providers.

As an infrastructure builder and wholesale network operator, we partner with retail companies to deliver world-class fibre connectivity. Whether it’s empowering local businesses, enabling students to access quality online education, or connecting families with loved ones, we are here to make a difference where it matters most.

Join us in building a network for good—one that ensures regional Australia is not left behind in the digital future.

The Role – Service Locator

Rural Fibre Co is seeking an experienced Service Locator to support our growing telecommunications network projects across Gippsland. This role is critical to ensuring safe excavation and construction activities by accurately identifying, locating, and protecting underground utilities.

• Experienced Service Locator Salary: $90,000 per year plus super

• Hours are typically 7am to 4pm Monday to Friday but may require weekend work should an outage occur (rarely)
• The role is based at our Pakenham area facility and requires travel throughout Gippsland using company supplied vehicles

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, locate, mark, and record underground services and utilities in accordance with project requirements
• Utilise locating equipment including GPR, EML, transmitters, and hand tools
• Conduct non-destructive vacuum excavation (NDD) to expose and validate underground assets
• Read and interpret BYDA plans, construction drawings, aerial imagery, and digital data
• Validate underground services through potholing, hand excavation, and NDD verification
• Prepare and distribute accurate service locating reports and project documentation
• Communicate clearly with site personnel regarding locating requirements and findings
• Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and safe work instructions
• Implement safe work practices including Take 5s, JSEAs, exclusion zones, and risk controls
• Support construction teams by providing accurate locating information to prevent asset strikes

About You

• Proficiency with underground locating equipment (GPR, EML, transmitters, NDD units)
• Ability to read and interpret asset plans, BYDA documentation, and construction drawings
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Positive attitude toward safety and risk management
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Experience locating underground services in civil or subdivision environments (highly desirable)

Essential Requirements

• White Card / Construction Induction Card
• RIICCM202E Identify, Locate and Protect Underground Services (or equivalent) for experienced operators or willingness to undertake the qualification for trainee applicants
• Current and valid Driver’s Licence (HR highly desirable)

Desirable Attributes

• Certloc Certified Locator (highly regarded) or willingness to obtain
• Experience with NDD vacuum excavation equipment
• Physically fit and capable of working outdoors in varying conditions
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable transport to our yard in Pakenham region (exact location TBC).

Why Join Us?

• Stable, long-term employment in a high-demand industry
• Opportunities for training, upskilling, and career progression
• Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture
• Meaningful work improving regional connectivity
• 5 Weeks Annual Leave per year