Trainee Service Locator

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Wellbeing support

Community networks

Perks@Downer

Job summary

Downer Underground Service Locators (USL) in Auckland seeks a Trainee Utility Locator to learn mapping and marking of underground services, assisting with protecting critical infrastructure. You will work with experienced locators, using GPS/GNSS and GIS tools to capture data and mark utilities before works begin.

This full-time, permanent role offers 40 hours per week with overtime and allowances. A NZ driver’s license is required, and a keen interest in technology, mapping or infrastructure

Qualifications

• NZ driver's licence required.
• Interest in technology, mapping, or infrastructure.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying terrain and weather.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and ability to work independently and in a team.
• Physical fitness to work on active sites and around trenches.

Responsibilities

• Identify, map and mark underground services before construction or maintenance work begins.
• Learn to use GPS/GNSS and GIS technology to capture and analyse underground network data.
• Use locating equipment to accurately identify buried utilities.
• Work outdoors across diverse sites to ensure safety and accuracy.
• Collaborate with team members to complete assignments efficiently.

Skills

Driver's licence

Interest in technology

Outdoor work

Attention to detail

Communication

Physical fitness

Tools

GPS/GNSS

GIS technology

Job description

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As a Trainee Utility Locator, you'll learn how to identify, map and mark underground services to help protect critical infrastructure such as telecommunications, power, water and gas networks. Working alongside experienced locators, you'll be trained to use specialised GPS/GNSS and GIS technology to capture and analyse underground network data. You'll also use locating equipment to accurately identify and mark buried utilities before construction or maintenance work begins. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys working outdoors, solving problems, and using technology in the field. Each day brings different sites, environments and challenges. You'll play an important role in ensuring work around underground services is completed safely, accurately and efficiently for our customers. This is a Full Time, Permanent opportunity guaranteeing 40 hours of work with overtime and allowances available.

• A full New Zealand driver's licence
• Interest in technology, mapping, or infrastructure
• Ability to work outdoors in varying terrain and weather
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Physical fitness to work on active sites and around trenches

Our Organisation

Underground Service Locators (USL), a part of Downer group, is a leading specialist company in the field of underground cable locating. We provide comprehensive location service for telecommunications plant, power, gas, water and private cable networks nationwide. Our customers nationwide include major telecommunications, utility companies, councils, and contractors. We are an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

Benefits of Working with Downer

• Career: We invest in your success with personal development planning, training and upskilling opportunities, and established leadership programmes designed to support long-term career growth.
• Wellbeing: Your safety, health and wellbeing are our priorities. We embed Zero Harm practices across all our work, and offer free counselling for you and your immediate whānau, as well as access to Marram healthcare benefits and discounted holiday homes throughout Aotearoa.
• Community: Together, we make a difference. We're proud of the strong culture within our E&U teams. You'll also have opportunities to connect through our employee networks including StandOut (LGBTQIA+), Fetu Pasifika, EmpowerHER and Wāhine Kotahitanga, which celebrate diversity and foster belonging.
• Individuality: We celebrate high performance and what makes you unique. Perks@Downer gives you access to a range of offers tailored to your lifestyle, including discounts on Southern Cross premiums, gym memberships, car rentals, movies, travel, and cashback on retail purchases.

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug screen, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment.