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Utility Mapping Locator

CompanyDowner
LocationWellington
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 22, 2026
About The Company
Enabling communities to thrive. It’s what we’ve done for more than 150 years. Solving problems. Making the extraordinary run smoothly every day. We’re keeping the lights on and the water flowing. Running the hospitals that take care of us. Delivering the transport that takes us from A to B. Maintaining communication networks that keep people connected. Helping our Government and Defence customers keep them protected. Delivering train fleets. Building bridges, roads and streets. Now we’re building momentum too. Moving forward even faster. Across Australia and New Zealand, we’re transforming the way we work. Unlocking our potential to lead by example. Using our passion and expertise to deliver complex projects and turn fresh ideas into solutions that make society a better place. Creating opportunities for our people, growth and value for our shareholders, and world-class solutions for our customers. Imagining. Innovating. Engineering. Enabling.
About the Role

Ngā Painga o te Mahi ki Downer | What we offer
At Downer, we empower our people to make the difference that matters. You’ll join a specialist team protecting underground networks and helping customers complete their work safely.

We support you with:

  • Training, development and upskilling
  • A tool-of-trade vehicle and specialist equipment
  • Flexible working where operationally possible
  • Free counselling for you and your whānau
  • Marram healthcare benefits and holiday homes
  • Perks@Downer discounts and employee networks


Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
Discover what lies beneath and help keep people and underground services safe.

We’re looking for an experienced Utility Mapping Locator to join our Underground Service Locators team in Manawatu.

Using specialist locating, Ground Penetrating Radar and mapping equipment, you’ll identify underground services and provide accurate information customers can trust.

This is a practical field role with plenty of variety. You’ll work outdoors, solve technical problems and manage jobs across different sites.

In this role, you’ll:

  • Locate and map underground utilities
  • Operate GPR and service-locating equipment
  • Read and interpret network plans
  • Capture accurate field and GIS data
  • Produce clear reports and site documentation
  • Provide practical advice to customers


Ngā pūkenga matua | What we’re looking for
Someone who enjoys solving problems, working outdoors and getting the details right. You can confidently manage jobs in the field while staying connected with customers and the wider team.

You’ll bring:

  • Experience in utility locating, telecommunications or GIS
  • At least two years’ utilities or telecommunications experience
  • Knowledge of underground networks and infrastructure
  • Confidence reading network and service plans
  • GIS experience, ideally with Esri ArcGIS
  • A full New Zealand driver licence
  • You’ll also need to be physically fit for fieldwork, including digging when required


Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
If you enjoy technical fieldwork and take pride in delivering accurate results, apply today with your CV and cover letter.

Successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a medical assessment, drug and alcohol test and Ministry of Justice check.

Key Skills
Utility locatingGround Penetrating RadarGISEsri ArcGISTelecommunicationsInfrastructure maintenanceNetwork plan interpretationField data captureTechnical problem solvingSite documentationCustomer service
Categories
ConstructionEngineeringTradesEnergyData & Analytics
Benefits
Training and developmentUpskillingTool-of-trade vehicleSpecialist equipmentFlexible workingFree counsellingMarram healthcare benefitsHoliday homesPerks@Downer discountsEmployee networks
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Utility Mapping Locator will operate specialist GPR and locating equipment to identify and map underground services. They are responsible for capturing accurate field data, interpreting network plans, and providing clear reports to customers.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
18195
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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