Job Description
Northern Underground Cable Finder Pty Ltd – Cairns QLD
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TRAINEE UNDERGROUND SERVICE LOCATOR
n Northern Underground Cable Finder Pty Ltd
n Cairns & Far North Queensland
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Northern Underground Cable Finder is looking for a Trainee Underground Service Locator to join our team in Cairns.
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No previous underground service locating experience is required. Full training will be provided to the right person.
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This is an opportunity to learn a specialised skill and build a long-term career in the underground utility locating industry.
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We are looking for someone who is practical, reliable, keen to learn and takes pride in doing their job properly. Previous experience in civil construction, electrical, plumbing,
telecommunications,
surveying, earthmoving or a similar trade would be an advantage, but it is not essential.
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ABOUT THE ROLE
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You will be trained to locate and identify underground services before excavation, drilling and construction work takes place.
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The role involves working across a wide variety of civil, construction, commercial and infrastructure projects throughout Cairns and Far North Queensland.
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You will learn how to:
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Locate underground electrical, communications, water, sewer, stormwater and other services
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Use specialised electromagnetic locating equipment
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Use Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
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Read and interpret underground service plans and BYDA information
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Understand how different underground services are installed and identified
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Mark underground services accurately on site
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Record service depths and locations
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Take clear photographs and maintain accurate field records
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Prepare professional underground service locating reports
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Assist with the verification of underground services using hydro-vac / non-destructive digging
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Communicate professionally with clients, contractors and site personnel
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Complete site safety documentation including JSEA/JSA requirements
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Work safely around civil construction sites and underground infrastructure
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Care for and maintain specialised locating equipment and company vehicles
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Initially,



you will work alongside an experienced locator while completing on-the-job training. As your skills and competency develop, you will progress toward completing locating jobs independently.
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WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
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We are not necessarily looking for someone who already knows how to locate underground services.
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We are looking for the right person to train.
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You will need to be someone who:
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Is reliable and turns up on time
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Has a strong work ethic
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Is keen to learn a specialised skill
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Has excellent attention to detail
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Is practical and enjoys problem-solving
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Is comfortable working outdoors
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Can follow instructions and procedures carefully
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Takes safety seriously
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Is confident communicating with clients and contractors
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Can work independently once trained
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Is comfortable using phones, tablets and basic computer programs
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Takes care of equipment, vehicles and tools
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Is willing to travel throughout Far North Queensland when required
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Takes pride in producing accurate, skilled work
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Because underground service locating is a safety-critical role, attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures are extremely important.
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REQUIREMENTS
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Applicants must have:
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Current Australian driver's licence
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Construction White Card, or willingness to obtain one
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Good written and verbal communication skills
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Basic computer/tablet skills
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Ability to work outdoors in Far North Queensland conditions
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Ability to travel for regional work when required
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Australian working rights
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A police check and other site-specific requirements may be required depending on the projects being undertaken.
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HIGHLY REGARDED
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Experience in any of the following areas would be beneficial, but is not essential:
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Civil construction
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Electrical work
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Telecommunications
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Plumbing
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Surveying
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Earthmoving or excavation
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Hydro-vac / non-destructive digging
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Utility installation
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Construction or infrastructure projects
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Working with plans or drawings
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Previous use of electronic testing or locating equipment
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TRAINING
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Full on-the-job training will be provided.
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The successful applicant will be trained in:
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Underground service locating techniques
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Electromagnetic locating
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Ground Penetrating Radar
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Reading underground utility plans
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Underground service identification
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Safe work practices
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Field reporting and documentation
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Relevant underground service locating qualifications and competencies as required
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There is significant responsibility involved in underground service locating, so we are looking for someone who genuinely wants to learn the trade and develop into a competent professional locator.
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WHAT WE OFFER
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Full training provided
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Opportunity to learn a specialised and valuable skill
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Varied work — no two days are exactly the same
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Work across Cairns and Far North Queensland
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Quality professional locating equipment
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Company vehicle for work duties once appropriate
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Phone and technology required for the role
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Ongoing training and development
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Opportunity to gain industry qualifications
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Increasing independence and responsibility as your skills develop
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Opportunity to build a long-term career with a growing local business
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Supportive, straightforward working environment
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Regional travel opportunities
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LOCATION & TRAVEL
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The position is based in Cairns, however our work takes us throughout Far North Queensland.
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There will be occasions where regional travel and overnight stays are required. Accommodation and approved work-related travel expenses are provided when applicable.
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Northern Underground Cable Finder Pty Ltd
n Cairns & Far North Queensland

📌 Trainee Underground Service Locator (Queensland)
🏢 Northern Underground Cable Finder
📍 Queensland