Underground Service Locator
Underground Service Locator
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Location:
Other, Northern Territory
Category:
Building & Construction
Sub Category:
Driver / Operator
Date Published:
03-Nov-2025
Job Reference
1001588
CoreStaff Darwin have a permanent Full Time Opportunity in the Civil Construction Industry for a Underground Service Locator, based in Darwin Northern Territory.
About our Client:
Our Client, is a Northern Territory owned and operated company providing underground service locations and hydro vacuum excavations across the Territory and Australia, providing services to a broad range of sectors including oil and gas, mining, defence, airports, government, and civil.
We have a permanent opportunity for a Underground Service Locator.
About the Role & Responsibilities:
This role involves performing underground utility locating, concrete scanning, and leak detection using a range of non-invasive technologies. You will assist clients to identify the location and depth of underground utilities and infrastructure to ensure safe excavation, design, and construction practices.
To be successful for this role, you will need the following:
Essential:
Benefits:
CoreStaff is a leader in workplace diversity, and we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians for all roles, females for non-traditional female roles, and applicants with disabilities to apply for all of our jobs.
If this sounds like you apply now!!
About our Client:
Our Client, is a Northern Territory owned and operated company providing underground service locations and hydro vacuum excavations across the Territory and Australia, providing services to a broad range of sectors including oil and gas, mining, defence, airports, government, and civil.
We have a permanent opportunity for a Underground Service Locator.
About the Role & Responsibilities:
This role involves performing underground utility locating, concrete scanning, and leak detection using a range of non-invasive technologies. You will assist clients to identify the location and depth of underground utilities and infrastructure to ensure safe excavation, design, and construction practices.
- Locate and mark underground utilities using electromagnetic field (EMF) and ground penetrating radar (GPR) technology
- Interpret and apply BYDA responses, service plans, and construction drawings
- Conduct concrete scanning and imaging using GPR equipment
- Undertake non-invasive leak detection using acoustic and tracer gas techniques
- Prepare accurate job documentation and digital field reports
- Maintain equipment and vehicle in clean, safe, and serviceable condition
- Follow WHS procedures, participate in toolbox talks, and contribute to a strong safety culture
- Communicate clearly with clients, site supervisors, and team members to ensure efficient service delivery
- Occasional remote and overnight work as required
To be successful for this role, you will need the following:
Essential:
- General understanding of how underground service location supports civil construction and infrastructure work
- Strong willingness and ability to learn new technical skills in utility locating, leak detection, and concrete scanning
- White Card (Construction Induction)
- Ability to pass and obtain a National Criminal a defense base card
- Ability to pass a full pre employment medical
- Current manual driver’s license
- Ability to read and interpret site plans, drawings, service maps, and BYDA responses
- High level report writing ability
- Good communication and teamwork skills on active construction sites
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and following procedures
- 6–24 months’ experience in underground locating or related civil/construction roles
- Experience using EMF or Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) equipment
- Relevant training such as NULCA Accreditation or RIICCM202D (Identify, Locate and Protect Underground Services)
- Experience or interest in leak detection or acoustic testing
- Familiarity with GPS/GIS data capture systems or digital field reporting tools
- Additional certifications such as First Aid, Traffic Management, or Confined Space Entry
Benefits:
- Full training will be provided for the right candidate demonstrating aptitude, reliability, and a genuine interest in developing a career in underground service location and asset protection.
- Above-award flat rate inclusive of penalties and allowance
- Permanent Full Time opportunity based in Darwin
CoreStaff is a leader in workplace diversity, and we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians for all roles, females for non-traditional female roles, and applicants with disabilities to apply for all of our jobs.
If this sounds like you apply now!!
