Technician – Utility Detection & Training

About the role

The Technician will provide specialist training and support to avoid damage to underground and overhead utilities. Working from our Guildford base, you will conduct site surveys, interpret utility plans and help design safe excavation methods for a range of clients.

Key responsibilities

• Support multiple contracts by advising on safe excavation methods and utility avoidance.
• Deliver training on cable detection equipment and interpretation of public utility plans to operatives, subcontractors and supply‑chain partners.
• Conduct detailed surveys of complex sites and produce reports for design and build programmes.
• Liaise with utility companies, clients and consultants to obtain accurate site plans.
• Investigate utility damage incidents, recommend preventative actions and assist with incident investigations.
• Maintain training records, produce progress reports and champion hazard identification on site.
• Perform ad‑hoc site audits to ensure compliance with Ringway health‑and‑safety policies and the Business Management System.
• Stay updated on emerging detection technologies and represent the company in relevant working groups.

Required profile

• Proven ability to operate cable detection equipment and conduct utility surveys.
• Experience delivering effective training to staff, operatives and subcontractors.
• Good understanding of health‑and‑safety principles and relevant legislation (e.g., NRSWA).
• Strong organisational skills, capable of working unsupervised and prioritising workload.
• Professional appearance and courteous communication style.

Required skills

• Cable detection equipment operation
• Interpretation of public utility plans and drawings
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
• Generation of GS6 assessments for overhead cables