Utility Locator
Core
Accurately locate and mark underground utilities (water, gas, electrical, communications, sewer, drainage) using advanced technologies to reduce risk and improve safety for infrastructure and rail projects.
Role type
Utility Locator (IC)
Builds
Subsurface mapping solutions and as-built utility drawings for infrastructure and rail projects
Domain
Construction / Civil Engineering / Utilities
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
EM/GPR/acoustic locating, plan interpretation, AS5488 compliance, equipment calibration, safe digging practices, data reporting
Preferred skills
Multi Channel Array GPR post-processing, surveying (GPS/total station), 12d/CAD data processing, concrete scanning
Technologies
Electromagnetic Locating (EML), Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), GPS, 12d, CAD
Responsibilities
Locate and mark underground utilities using EM, GPR, and acoustic equipment; Interpret BYDA plans and verify utility locations on-site; Maintain and calibrate locating equipment and company vehicles; Complete SWMS and follow all OH&S and safe digging practices; Produce as-built utility drawings, reports and ensure data accuracy; Report discrepancies and safety concerns to the Utilities/Operations Manager
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC