Utility Mapping Locator
Company: Downer
Role summary
Utility Mapping Locator is a full-time role at Downer in Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand (on-site). Posted 2026-10-22. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Utility Mapping Locator
- Company
- Downer
- Location
- Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Healthcare Support
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-10-22
Joining the team at Downer offers a unique chance to work outdoors while ensuring essential community infrastructure remains safe and functional. You’ll be well-supported with a company vehicle, comprehensive training programs, and genuine perks that extend to your family, making this a great career move for someone who values stability and practical, hands-on work.
Job description
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.