Job Description
HR Utilities is a specialist provider of precision utility locating, utility surveying and subsurface mapping services and a proud sister company of HR Surveyors, established in ****. Together, we deliver high-quality survey and subsurface mapping solutions across Australia.
n
Our team includes NULCA-trained, CERTLOC-certified utility professionals operating within a Certified Locating Organisation (CLO). Using advanced technologies including Electromagnetic Locating (EML), Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), GNSS/GPS, total stations and survey processing software, we help clients reduce risk, improve safety and deliver projects with confidence.
n
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.
n
About the Position:
n
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will work across the full utility investigation and survey workflow, from locating underground services through to spatial survey capture, processing, drafting and QA/QC of utility information.
n
This role is suited to an experienced utility professional who has developed capability beyond locating alone and can independently survey identified utilities using GNSS/GPS and total station equipment and process the resulting data using TBC, 12d and/or CAD software.
n
You will work closely with Utility Locators, Surveyors, project teams and specialist subcontractors to deliver accurate Subsurface Utility Information in accordance with AS **** and project requirements.
n
Key Responsibilities:
n
n
Undertake underground utility investigations using EML, GPR and other approved locating methods
n
Interpret BYDA plans, existing utility records and site information
n
Identify, trace, mark and classify underground services in accordance with AS ****
n
Independently survey identified utilities using GNSS/GPS and total station equipment
n
Capture utility positions, depths, levels, sizes, structures and relevant attributes
n
Establish,



verify and maintain survey control where required
n
Capture and record Quality Level A utility information during NDD/potholing verification
n
Undertake utility, feature and detail survey activities where required
n
Process and reduce utility and survey data using TBC, 12d and/or CAD software
n
Prepare utility plans, as-built information and project deliverables
n
Complete field and office QA/QC checks to ensure utility information is accurate, complete and traceable
n
Maintain accurate field records, notes, photographs and supporting investigation information
n
Coordinate with Utility Locators, Surveyors and specialist subcontractors including NDD, CCTV and traffic management providers where required
n
Communicate utility findings, discrepancies and project risks clearly with project teams and clients
n
Provide technical support and guidance to Trainee Utility Locators, Survey Technicians and Utility Locators where appropriate
n
Demonstrated technical capability in utility locating using EML and GPR
n
Strong understanding of underground utility infrastructure, BYDA information and AS ****
n
Competence using GNSS/GPS and total station equipment for utility survey capture
n
Ability to establish and verify survey control appropriate to project requirements
n
Experience processing and reducing survey and utility data using TBC, 12d and/or CAD software
n
Ability to prepare accurate utility plans, as-built information and supporting project records
n
Strong QA/QC, attention to detail and problem-solving capability
n
Ability to independently manage field activities and work within multidisciplinary project teams
n




Strong written and verbal communication skills
n
n
Qualifications:
n
n
CERTLOC certification, or demonstrated equivalent utility locating competency with the ability to obtain CERTLOC
n
Current Australian Driver's Licence
n
White Card (Construction Induction)
n
Surveying, Spatial Science or related qualification highly regarded
n
First Aid training highly regarded
n
n
Desirable Experience & Accreditations:
n
n
Rail Industry Worker (RIW) competencies
n
Multi-channel array GPR systems and post-processing software
n
Advanced TBC, 12d and/or CAD capability
n
Feature and detail surveying experience
n
Concrete scanning experience
n
Laser scanning or reality capture experience
n
Working with Children Check and/or Police Check
n
n
What We Offer:
n
n
Weekly pay, helping you better manage your finances with consistent weekly income
n
Competitive salary package based on experience, plus overtime penalty rates
n
Fully maintained company vehicle, fuel card and laptop
n
Ongoing training and professional development across utility locating, surveying, GPR and digital delivery
n
Exposure to major infrastructure, rail and utility projects
n
Opportunity to work alongside experienced utility locators, surveyors and geospatial professionals delivering integrated Subsurface Mapping solutions
n
Access to industry-leading utility locating, surveying and digital mapping technologies
n
A supportive and team-oriented company culture
n
40-hour standard working week providing predictable earnings and regular overtime opportunities
n
Opportunities for career advancement within a growing organisation
n
n
If you are a motivated professional with a passion for utility locating and meet the above criteria, we encourage you to apply.
n
Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad.

📌 Utilities Surveyor (Victoria)
🏢 HR Surveyors Pty
📍 Victoria