Civil Locators & Operators
needed across civil construction, subsurface utility locating, and infrastructure maintenance. These roles support key projects in government infrastructure, power line, telecommunications, energy, and water services. If you're reliable, safety-focused, and looking for long-term career growth, we want to hear from you.
Utility Locator
Rate:
$30-$55/hr (based on experience and certification level)
Help protect critical infrastructure by locating and mapping underground utilities using advanced EM and GPR technology.
Key Duties:
- Conduct subsurface utility investigations
- Interpret utility plans and records
- Operate and maintain locating equipment
- Collaborate with project teams
- Maintain accurate records and ensure safety compliance
- Certloc Locator (or willingness to train)
- 1+ year in a similar role
- Valid Driver's Licence & White Card
- First Aid & CPR (preferred)
- Western Power, ATCO & APA certifications (preferred)
- GPR, Confined Space, and Gas Atmosphere training (advantageous)
Rate: $41.25 - $53.75/hr + penalties (depending on experience and specialty)
Various roles to support civil and infrastructure works including trenching, pit installations, hydro excavation, and machinery operation.
Key Duties:
- Manual trenching, digging, and backfilling
- Installation of pits, pipes, and conduits
- Operating vacuum trucks and assisting with hydro excavation
- Operating Hiab trucks
- Hose setup, debris clearing, and equipment maintenance
- Machinery operation - 2.5-tonnes excavators, Hiab. and Vacuum Truck
- Site clean-up, traffic control, and spotting for trades
- Coordinating with site crews and ensuring safety compliance
- HR Driver's Licence & Excavator Ticket
- Experience around Excavators, Hiab. and Vacuum Truck
- White Card & First Aid/CPR
- Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors
- Safety-conscious with experience around live underground services
- Basic mechanical knowledge (advantageous)
- Diverse Projects: Work across civil, utility, and infrastructure sectors
- Career Progression: Temp-to-perm pathways and training opportunities
- Supportive Environment: Work with experienced teams committed to safety and quality
- Competitive Pay: Rates based on experience, with penalties and allowances
** Respectfully applicants with Full Australian Working rights only**
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Melvern on 08 9437 4400 or via email on melvern.manuksuk@drdgroup.com.au
If you possess relevant experience and are available for a new opportunity, please submit your resume by clicking APPLY .
DRD Group is a specialist recruitment provider renowned for recruiting quality project teams on major projects within the Energy, Resources, Defense, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors.
DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications.
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