Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
Underground Services Locator
Cable & Pipe Locations Pty Ltd Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia
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Company Description
Cable & Pipe Locations is a well-established company in Northern NSW with over 20 years of experience in the general building and civil construction industry. We are currently seeking a dedicated and motivated Underground Service Locator to join our busy and growing team.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role located in Coffs Harbour, NSW for an Underground Services Locator. The role will involve day-to-day tasks such as locating underground utility services, using specialized equipment to identify and mark the location of cables and pipes, and ensuring safety of excavation projects.
As an Underground Service Locator, you will work closely with our Vacuum Excavation Division, CCTV team, and office staff, while liaising with client representatives. You will be responsible for conducting underground service location assessments, utility surveying, and mapping / reporting. This role requires a results-oriented individual with a passion for accuracy in identifying site assets.
Qualifications & Experience :
* Ability to read and interpret Dial Before You Dig plans
* DBYD Certification (highly desirable)
* Minimum three (3) years of demonstrated experience as an underground service locator
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise with clients and project stakeholders
* Physical capability to undertake tasks such as accessing pits and potholing
* Experience identifying types of services / utilities and providers
* Driver’s License (C Class minimum), MR class an advantage
* PC literacy (ability to use phones, iPads, tablets, and laptops)
* First Aid Certificate (preferred but not essential)
* White Card
* Current Highway Upgrade site inductions (preferred but not essential)
* Current Police Check (preferred)
Tasks & Responsibilities :
* Conduct asset investigations using Dial Before You Dig plans
* Operate Electronic Service Locating equipment and Ground Penetration Radar (GPR) to identify depth, orientation, and position of underground assets
* Effectively communicate findings with project managers, construction crews, and clients
* Review plans to ensure all data is accurately collected and annotated
* Maintain knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in underground utility locating
* Keep records, enter data, and provide sketches / instructions as needed
* Ability to work autonomously and unsupervised
* Some weekend, night, and away work may be required
* Full PPE equipment provided.
Requirements :
* The daily start and finish times will be primarily based at our Woolgoolga depot. Therefore, it is preferred that applicants reside within a reasonable driving distance from Woolgoolga.
* Only applicants with full Australian working rights will be considered.
* If you are a motivated, safety-conscious individual looking to join a dedicated team, apply now to be part of Cable & Pipe Locations
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