GPR & Underground Services Lead This is a rare opportunity to build and lead a specialist underground utility intelligence capability within one of New Zealand's most progressive multi-discipline consultancy.
Working across some of the country's most significant projects, you'll combine hands-on technical expertise with leadership, driving innovation in how underground assets are detected, interpreted, modelled, and delivered.
If you're an experienced GPR/USL professional looking to step beyond "business as usual" utility locating and help shape the future of subsurface intelligence, we'd like to hear from you.
The Opportunity Based in Auckland, with some travel across the country, you'll lead underground utility investigations from field acquisition through to final geospatial deliverables. You'll remain technically involved while mentoring others, refining workflows, and helping grow a high-performing service line.
You'll be responsible for:- Leading underground utility detection projects from start to finish
- Delivering advanced GPR acquisition and interpretation across varied environments
- Undertaking complex electromagnetic locating and utility mapping
- Producing accurate geospatial outputs integrated into GIS workflows
- Mentoring and developing junior team members
- Improving technical methodologies, digital deliverables, and reporting standards
- Supporting client relationships and contributing to the growth of the capability
Why This Role Stands Out This isn't a traditional utility locating position.
You'll join a multidisciplinary team with expertise spanning surveying, GIS, LiDAR, GNSS, Civil Engineering and emerging technologies. Backed by significant investment and technical support, you'll have genuine influence over how this capability evolves.
You'll help shape:- Advanced utility modelling and 3D mapping workflows
- AI-assisted GPR interpretation processes
- Digital infrastructure deliverables
- New generation of underground intelligence services
This is a true build-and-lead opportunity.
About You You'll bring:- 5-10+ years' experience in underground utility detection or subsurface investigations
- Great capability in GPR acquisition and interpretation
- Experience with electromagnetic locating (EML/EMI)
- Exposure to infrastructure or civil construction environments
- The confidence to lead field teams and engage with clients
- A genuine interest in innovation and the future of geospatial intelligence
Experience with any of the following would be advantageous:- IDS Stream DP or similar multi-channel GPR systems
- GIS, GNSS, or utility modelling software
- NULCA NZ certification or equivalent industry credentials
What's on Offer- The opportunity to shape and lead a growing specialist service
- Exposure to great projects across New Zealand
- Access to advanced sensing and geospatial technologies
- A collaborative, technically capable team environment
- Competitive remuneration aligned with experience
- Ongoing professional development and clear career progression
Next Steps At 84 Recruitment, we're proud to be the only preferred recruitment partner of Survey & Spatial New Zealand.
If this opportunity sounds like it could be the right move, or you'd simply like to explore it further, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.
Reach out directly to Andres Bedoya:
DDI: +64 9 281 5729
M: 027 587 5726
E: andres@84recruitment.co.nz
