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You’ll also use locating equipment to accurately identify and mark buried utilities before construction or maintenance work begins.\nThis 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. You’ll play an important role in ensuring work around underground services is completed safely, accurately and efficiently for our customers.\nThis is a Full Time, Permanent opportunity guaranteeing 40 hours of work with overtime and allowances available.\nNga pūkenga matua | Important Skills\nWe’re looking for someone motivated to learn and grow in the utilities industry. Ideally, you will bring:\nA full New Zealand driver’s licence\nInterest in technology, mapping, or infrastructure\nAbility to work outdoors in varying terrain and weather\nStrong attention to detail and problem-solving skills\nGood communication and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team\nPhysical fitness to work on active sites and around trenches\nExperience with GPS, surveying, GIS (ArcGIS), or utility locating equipment would be beneficial but not essential - full training will be provided.\nKo wai mātou | Our Organisation\nUnderground 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.\nWe are an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.\nNgā Painga o te Mahi ki Downer | Benefits of working with Downer\nOur 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:\nCareer: We invest in your success with personal development planning, training and upskilling opportunities, and established leadership programmes designed to support long-term career growth.\nWellbeing: 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.\n Community: Together, we make a difference. We’re proud of the strong culture within our E&U teams. You’ll also have opportunities to connect through our employee networks including StandOut (LGBTQIA+), Fetu Pasifika, EmpowerHER and Wāhine Kotahitanga, which celebrate diversity and foster belonging.\nIndividuality: We celebrate high performance and what makes you unique. 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