Trainee Service Locator Wiri, Auckland
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Job Location:
Auckland - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Tekōwhiringa The Opportunity
As a Trainee Utility Locator youll learn how to identify map and mark underground services to help protect critical infrastructure such as telecommunications power water and gas networks.
Working alongside experienced locators youll be trained to use specialised GPS/GNSS and GIS technology to capture and analyse underground network data. Youll also use locating equipment to accurately identify and mark buried utilities before construction or maintenance work begins.
This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys working outdoors solving problems and using technology in the field. Each day brings different sites environments and challenges. Youll play an important role in ensuring work around underground services is completed safely accurately and efficiently for our customers.
This is a Full Time Permanent opportunity guaranteeing 40 hours of work with overtime and allowances available.
Nga pūkenga matua Important Skills
Were looking for someone motivated to learn and grow in the utilities industry. Ideally you will bring:
A full New Zealand drivers licence
Interest in technology mapping or infrastructure
Ability to work outdoors in varying terrain and weather
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Good communication and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Physical fitness to work on active sites and around trenches
Experience with GPS surveying GIS (ArcGIS) or utility locating equipment would be beneficial but not essential full training will be provided.
Ko wai mātou Our Organisation
Underground Service Locators (USL) a part of Downer group is a leading specialist company in the field of underground cable locating. We provide comprehensive location service for telecommunications plant power gas water and private cable networks nationwide. Our customers nationwide include major telecommunications utility companies councils and contractors.
We are an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our peoples diverse experiences talents and cultures. As an inclusive employer we welcome applications from everyone.
Ngā Painga o te Mahi ki Downer Benefits of working with Downer
Our purpose is to enable communities to thrive driven by your passion and dedication. We offer a wide range of opportunities for personal and professional growth with support systems tailored to your diverse needs and aspirations. Our benefits focus on four key areas:
Career:We invest in your successwith personal development planning training and upskilling opportunities and established leadership programmes designed to support long-term career growth.
Wellbeing:Your safety health and wellbeing are our priorities.We embed Zero Harm practices across all our work and offer free counselling for you and your immediate whānau as well as access to Marram healthcare benefits and discounted holiday homes throughout Aotearoa.
Community:Together we make a difference. Were proud of the strong culture within our E&U teams. Youll also have opportunities to connect through our employee networks including StandOut (LGBTQIA) Fetu Pasifika EmpowerHER and Wāhine Kotahitanga which celebrate diversity and foster belonging.
Individuality:We celebrate high performance and what makes you unique. gives you access to a range of offers tailored to your lifestyle including discounts on Southern Cross premiums gym memberships car rentals movies travel and cashback on retail purchases.
Required Experience:
Intern
