At a Glance
- Tasks: Locate and mark underground services before construction to ensure safety.
- Company: Join LADS, Queensland's largest utility locating company with a proactive culture.
- Benefits: Company laptop, vehicle, and advanced equipment provided.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive team environment with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by protecting essential services in exciting projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in utility locating and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
LADS (Locate and Detection Specialists) is seeking an experienced Underground Service Utility Locator to join our growing Gold Coast team based in Southport. This is a hands-on field role responsible for accurately locating, tracing and marking underground infrastructure before excavation and construction activities commence. Working across civil construction, utilities, government, infrastructure and commercial projects, you'll play a critical role in protecting essential services while helping our clients complete projects safely and efficiently.
What you'll be doing:
- Locate and identify underground services including electrical, telecommunications, water, sewer, stormwater and gas infrastructure.
- Operate industry-leading locating equipment including electromagnetic locators, GPR and other specialist detection technology.
- Conduct site investigations to determine the location, alignment and approximate depth of underground assets.
- Interpret BYDA (Before You Dig Australia) plans, engineering drawings, as-built documentation and utility records.
- Clearly mark underground services using approved industry methods and standards.
- Prepare accurate reports and supporting documentation for clients and project teams.
- Liaise with utility authorities, contractors, supervisors and site personnel to ensure accurate service information is obtained.
- Communicate findings effectively to excavation crews and project managers.
- Maintain utility locating equipment and ensure it remains calibrated and operational.
- Work in accordance with company safety procedures, client requirements and relevant legislation.
- Some weekend work and regional travel on occasion.
What we're looking for:
- Proven experience as an Underground Utility Locator.
- Strong knowledge of underground utility networks and locating principles to AS5488.
- Experience using electromagnetic locating equipment, GPR and other service locating technology.
- Ability to interpret utility plans, engineering drawings and BYDA documentation.
- Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Current Australian Drivers Licence.
- Construction White Card.
- Commitment to workplace health and safety.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a professional team.
- Highly Regarded CertLoc accreditation.
- Confined Space Entry competency.
- 3D multi-array GPR experience.
LADS is Queensland's largest utility locating company. We work alongside Australia's leading contractors, utility providers and government organisations, helping to deliver projects safely while protecting critical underground infrastructure. We have a great company culture that is proactive and team oriented. Our reputation has been built on professionalism, reliability and delivering exceptional service every time. You will be provided with a company laptop and vehicle with advanced locating and communications equipment.
Utility Locator employer: Locate and Detection Specialists (LADS)
LADS (Locate and Detection Specialists) is an exceptional employer located in Southport, QLD, offering a dynamic work environment where teamwork and professionalism thrive. As Queensland's largest utility locating company, we provide our employees with advanced equipment, ongoing training, and opportunities for career growth while ensuring a strong commitment to workplace health and safety. Join us to play a vital role in protecting essential services and enjoy the benefits of working with leading contractors and government organisations on impactful projects.
Contact Details:
Locate and Detection Specialists (LADS) Recruitment Team
