HR Utilities is a specialist provider of precision utility locating services and a proud sister company of HR Surveyors, established in 2012. Together, we deliver high-quality survey and subsurface mapping solutions across Australia.
Our team includes NULCA-trained, CERTLOC-certified utility locators operating within a Certified Locating Organisation (CLO). Using advanced technologies including Electromagnetic Locating (EML), Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), GPS and surveying equipment, we help clients reduce risk, improve safety, and deliver projects with confidence. The role offers exposure to major infrastructure, rail and utility projects and provides an opportunity to further develop your technical skills across utility locating, surveying and digital utility mapping disciplines.
About the Position:
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for accurately locating and marking underground utilities including water, gas, electrical, communications, sewer and drainage assets. You will also assist in coordinating specialist subcontractors including NDD, CCTV and traffic management providers as required across projects.
Key Responsibilities:
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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
- Communicate findings clearly with project teams and site staff
- Report discrepancies and safety concerns to the Utilities/Operations Manager
Key Skills & Competencies:
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Strong technical knowledge of utility locating technologies (e.g., EM, GPR, acoustic)
- Ability to interpret utility plans and drawings
- Strong understanding of AS5488
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in marking and recording utility locations
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines
Qualifications:
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CERTLOC certified or willingness to obtain
- Current Australian Driver’s Licence
- White Card (Construction Induction)
- First Aid training highly regarded
Desirable Experience & Accreditations:
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Exposure to Multi Channel Array GPR systems and post-processing software
- Surveying experience or familiarity with GPS and total station equipment is highly regarded
- Process and reduce utility and survey data using 12d or CAD software
- Rail Industry Worker (RIW)
- Concrete scanning experience
- Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
What We Offer:
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Competitive salary package based on experience, plus overtime penalty rates.
- Fully maintained company vehicle, fuel card and laptop.
- Ongoing training and professional development, including support towards CERTLOC, RIW, GPR and surveying-related competencies
- Exposure to a wide range of projects
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced utility locators, surveyors and geospatial professionals delivering integrated
- Subsurface Mapping solutions
- Access to industry-leading utility locating, surveying
- and digital mapping technologies
- A supportive and collaborative company culture
- Opportunities for career advancement within a growing organisation.
If you are a motivated professional with a passion for utility locating and meet the above criteria, we encourage you to apply.
Established in 2012 by two directors, HR Surveyors mission was to build strong, long-term relationships with our clients by delivering high quality survey solutions tailored to the construction industry. Fast forward to today, we have over 75+ employees across 5 locations in Australia which provides us the capacity to support projects nationwide.
