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.
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.
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 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.
This role is suited to an experienced utility qualified 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.
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.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake underground utility investigations using EML, GPR and other approved locating methods
Interpret BYDA plans, existing utility records and site information
Identify, trace, mark and classify underground services in accordance with AS ****
Independently survey identified utilities using GNSS/GPS and total station equipment
Capture utility positions, depths, levels, sizes, structures and relevant attributes




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




Ability to independently manage field activities and work within multidisciplinary project teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Qualifications:
CERTLOC certification, or demonstrated equivalent utility locating competency with the ability to obtain CERTLOC
Current Australian Driver's Licence
White Card (Construction Induction)
Surveying, Spatial Science or related qualification highly regarded
First Aid training highly regarded
Desirable Experience & Accreditations:
Rail Industry Worker (RIW) competencies
Multi-channel array GPR systems and post-processing software
Advanced TBC, 12d and/or CAD capability
Feature and detail surveying experience
Concrete scanning experience
Laser scanning or reality capture experience
Working with Children Check and/or Police Check
What We Offer:
Weekly pay, helping you better manage your finances with consistent weekly income
Competitive salary package based on experience, plus overtime penalty rates
Fully maintained company vehicle, fuel card and laptop
Ongoing training and professional development across utility locating, surveying, GPR and digital delivery
Exposure to major infrastructure, rail and utility 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
40-hour standard working week providing predictable earnings and regular overtime opportunities
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.
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📌 Utilities Surveyor (Melbourne)
🏢 HR Surveyors Pty
📍 Melbourne