Underground Service Locating & Concrete Scanning Specialists in Melbourne
CERTLOC-Certified Locating & GPR Scanning Across Melbourne & Victoria
From pre-design utility investigation to as-built verification, HCS uses ground penetrating radar (GPR), electromagnetic locating and advanced subsurface imaging to keep Melbourne projects safe, on time and on budget.
Service Locating
HCS specialises in underground service locating, delivering precise identification of utilities to minimise risk and prevent costly damage. With proven methodologies, advanced equipment, and experienced technicians, we provide dependable results that support safe excavation, efficient planning, and confident project delivery.
Concrete Scanning
HCS delivers precision concrete scanning to locate reinforcement, post-tension cables, and embedded services before you cut or core. Using advanced GPR technology and experienced technicians, we help you reduce risk, protect structures, and complete works safely, accurately and with confidence.
Structural Investigation
HCS delivers comprehensive structural investigations to assess existing conditions with clarity and confidence. Using non-destructive techniques and expert analysis, we provide accurate insights that support informed design decisions, risk mitigation, and the safe management of critical structures.
Services Mapping
HCS specialises in services mapping, producing accurate spatial records of underground utilities to improve visibility and support informed decision-making. Using advanced survey technology, proven workflows, and experienced technicians, we deliver dependable mapping that supports asset management, project planning, and construction delivery.
GPP Officers
HCS provides experienced Ground Penetration Permit Officers, managing excavation approvals and verifying site conditions to minimise risk and prevent utility damage. Using proven procedures, accurate service information, and thorough documentation, we support compliant ground disturbance, safe excavation, and confident project delivery.
Route Planning
HCS specialises in route planning, developing practical alignments that minimise conflicts, reduce construction risk, and improve efficiency. Using accurate utility data, detailed site analysis, and experienced planners, we deliver dependable routes that support coordinated design, safe installation, and confident project delivery.
Concrete Coring
HCS specialises in concrete coring, delivering precise openings through slabs, walls, and structural elements while minimising disruption and material damage. Using professional equipment, proven techniques, and experienced technicians, we provide clean, accurate results that support safe installation, modification, and project delivery.
Concrete Testing
HCS specialises in concrete testing, providing accurate assessment of strength, condition, and performance to support informed project decisions. Using proven testing methods, calibrated equipment, and experienced technicians, we deliver dependable results that assist quality assurance, compliance, defect investigation, and confident project delivery.
Digital Engineering
HCS specialises in digital engineering, creating accurate, coordinated models and data environments that improve project visibility and decision-making. Using advanced technology, proven workflows, and experienced professionals, we deliver dependable digital solutions that support efficient design, collaboration, and project delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
How experienced is HCS?
HCS has 11+ years of experience delivering underground service locating and concrete scanning across Australia, having investigated more than 2,500 sites and consulted on projects worth over $20.5 billion — giving you a team that has genuinely seen it all.
What qualifications and certifications do your technicians hold?
Our technicians undergo nationally recognised training and certification programs. HCS is a CERTLOC Certified Locating Organisation (CLO) and Optus Accredited Locating Organisation, and our technicians work to DBYD (Dial Before You Dig) and Telstra accreditation standards — so every locate and scan is carried out to a consistent, industry-recognised standard.
What industry associations and management system certifications does HCS hold?
HCS is a member of the National Utility Locating Contractors Association of Australia (NULCA) and holds ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety) and ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental) certifications — independent recognition of our commitment to consistent, safe and responsible service delivery.
Is HCS insured?
Yes. HCS carries Professional Indemnity, Public Liability and Workers Compensation insurance, so you can engage us with confidence that your project — and our team — are properly protected.
What safety standards does HCS follow?
Safety is built into everything we do. Our locates and reports align with AS 5488, the Australian Standard for classifying subsurface utility information, and our ISO 45001:2018-certified safety management system keeps strict on-site protocols in place to protect your team, our technicians and the public.
What do I receive after a locate or scan is completed?
Every job comes with a detailed report and drawings — from a simple 2D overlay through to 3D asset mapping — giving you clear, reliable documentation to support safe excavation, design and compliance decisions.
What happens if an issue arises on site?
Our technicians are trained to identify and communicate risks before work proceeds. And because we carry Professional Indemnity and Public Liability insurance, you're protected in the unlikely event something goes wrong — so you can move forward with confidence.
How do I get started or request a quote?
Call 1300 859 027, email solutions@heavycs.com.au or submit an enquiry below for a no-obligation quote. With over a decade of experience, full insurance and industry accreditation behind every job, you can book with confidence.
