Become a Professional Utility Locator

Help Keep People Safe, Prevent Damage, and Build a High-Value Career in the Construction Industry with Geoscope.

  • Full Training Provided
  • Career Progression
  • Industry-Leading Equipment
  • Geoscope University
  • Long-Term Career Opportunities
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We need your help

  • Geoscope is on a mission to become Australia’s most trusted utility investigation company.

  • We’re expanding across NSW, Australia’s east coast, and beyond.

  • We’re looking for 4 highly motivated trainees.

  • Join early and grow alongside the company.

  • Future leadership and management opportunities will emerge as we expand.

Why This Career Matters

Utility locating is not just a field job — it is safety-critical work.

Every day, construction crews, civil contractors, councils, engineers, and infrastructure teams rely on accurate utility locating before they dig.  As a trainee utility locator, you will learn how to identify and mark underground services so workers can make safer decisions on-site.

Your work does the following:

Prevent gas strikes

Prevent electrical strikes

Protect workers and communities

Prevent costly damage to infrastructure.

Support major construction and infrastructure projects

Every mark on the ground helps keep people safe

Every line marked on the ground matters.
Every signal traced matters.
Every service identified helps keep people, projects, and communities safer.

What Does a utility locator do?

Utility locators help project teams find and understand underground services before work begins. 

This role involves:

Electromagnetic locating

Ground penetrating radar

Utility investigations

NDD investigations

Utility mapping

Client communication

Reporting and documentation

Utility Locating Works

Build A Career, Not Just A Job

At Geoscope, trainees are supported with a clear pathway to grow from entry-level field training into certified, senior, and leadership roles.

1

Trainee

Learn the fundamentals of utility locating, safety procedures, equipment operation, and field best practices under supervision.

2

Junior Locator

Perform basic utility locating tasks independently while continuing to develop technical skills and field experience.

3

Geoscope Certified

Achieve certification in Geoscope technology, demonstrating competency in advanced locating techniques and equipment usage.

4

Certloc Certified

Earn industry-recognized Certloc certification, validating professional knowledge, accuracy, and compliance with industry standards.

5

Senior Locator

Handle complex locating projects, mentor junior team members, and provide technical expertise in challenging field situations.

6

Lead Technician

Oversee field operations, coordinate teams, ensure quality standards are met, and support project delivery and client satisfaction.

7

Leadership

Develop people-management skills, coach and support teams, drive performance, and contribute to company growth and culture.

8

Management

Lead departments or business operations, oversee strategic planning, resource allocation, team development, and organizational success.

This pathway gives you the opportunity to gain practical field experience, work towards industry-recognised certifications, develop leadership capability, and build a long-term career in the utility locating industry.

Learn. Develop. Lead.

At Geoscope, we don’t just hire trainees—we develop future industry professionals through structured learning, field coaching, practical assessments, and ongoing certification opportunities delivered through our own Geoscope University.

Geoscope University

Est. 2024

Structured training program

Geoscope University

Field mentoring

Practical assessments

Internal certification

Industry certification

Continuous development

The Geoscope Way

Our culture is built on professionalism, accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.

These values guide how we work, how we treat our clients, and how we support each other every day.

We Are One Team

We Do It Right The First Time

We Lead By Example

We Practice Open and Honest Communication

We Do What We Say We'll Do

We Constantly Improve

We Provide Blue Ribbon Service

The People Who Thrive Here

The most successful Utility Locators at Geoscope aren’t necessarily the most experienced—they’re the ones who are willing to learn, take responsibility, and continuously improve.

  • Reliable and dependable
  • Coachable and open to feedback
  • Team players
  • Committed to continuous learning
  • Safety focused
  • Accountable for their actions
  • Customer-focused and professional

What Mismatch Looks Like

This Role May Not Be For You If...

We’re committed to building a high-performing team. To ensure the right fit for both you and Geoscope, this role may not be suitable if the following describe you:

  • You're looking for a short-term job rather than a long-term career
  • You prefer taking shortcuts instead of following procedures
  • You regularly arrive late or struggle with punctuality
  • You resist coaching, feedback, or learning new skills
  • You don't enjoy continuous learning and development
  • You're looking for an easy job with minimal responsibility
  • You tend to blame others instead of taking ownership

What Happens Next?

Our recruitment process is designed to help us find the right people while giving you the opportunity to learn more about Geoscope and the role.

01. Submit Application

Tell us about yourself and your interest in the role.

02. Complete Video

Show us who you are and why you'd like to join the team.

03. Complete Quiz

Help us understand your suitability for the role.

04. Phone Interview

We'll discuss your background, goals, and availability.

05. Final Interview

Meet with the team and learn more about the opportunity.

06. Join The Team

Begin your journey with Geoscope and start your training pathway.
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