Job Description

Locate and Detection Specialists (LADS) – Southport QLD

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LADS (Locate and Detection Specialists) is seeking an experienced Underground Service Utility Locator to join our growing Gold Coast Coast team based in Southport. This is a hands‑on field role responsible for accurately locating, tracing and marking underground infrastructure before excavation and construction activities commence. Working across civil construction, utilities, government, infrastructure and commercial projects, you'll play a critical role in protecting essential services while helping our clients complete projects safely and efficiently.

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What you'll be doing

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Locate and identify underground services including electrical, telecommunications, water, sewer, stormwater and gas infrastructure.

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Operate industry‑leading locating equipment including electromagnetic locators, GPR and other specialist detection technology.

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Conduct site investigations to determine the location, alignment and approximate depth of underground assets.

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Interpret BYDA (Before You Dig Australia) plans, engineering drawings, as‑built documentation and utility records.

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Clearly mark underground services using approved industry methods and standards.

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Prepare accurate reports and supporting documentation for clients and project teams.

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Liaise with utility authorities, contractors, supervisors and site personnel to ensure accurate service information is obtained.

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Communicate findings effectively to excavation crews and project managers.

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Maintain utility locating equipment and ensure it remains calibrated and operational.

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Work in accordance with company safety procedures, client requirements and relevant legislation.

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Some weekend work and regional travel on occasion.

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What we're looking for

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Proven experience as an Underground Utility Locator.

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Strong knowledge of underground utility networks and locating principles to AS5488.

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Experience using electromagnetic locating equipment, GPR and other service locating technology.

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Ability to interpret utility plans, engineering drawings and BYDA documentation.

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Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.

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Robust communication and problem‑solving skills.

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Current Australian Drivers Licence.

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Construction White Card.

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Commitment to workplace health and safety.

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Ability to work independently and as part of a professional team.

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Highly Regarded

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CertLoc accreditation

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Confined Space Entry competency

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3D multi‑array GPR experience

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LADS is Queensland's largest utility locating company. We work alongside Australia's leading contractors, utility providers and government organisations, helping to deliver projects safely while protecting critical underground infrastructure. We have a great company culture that is proactive and team oriented. Our reputation has been built on professionalism, reliability and delivering exceptional service every time. You will be provided with a company laptop and vehicle with advanced locating and communications equipment.

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📌 Utility Locator (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 Locate and Detection Specialists (LADS)
📍 City of Gold Coast