Join Ventia and Lead the Future of Australia’s Network Operations.
An opportunity for an experienced Field Manager with strong telecommunications experience and a solid understanding of HFC network operations, optimisation and field delivery to join our team.
What’s on Offer
- $120k + TFR (includes super) plus tool of trade vehicle
- High level of ownership and ability to influence real outcomes across a complex and critical network
- Long term contract with excellent stability and growth opportunities
- Variety of work – both proactive and reactive – that keeps every day interesting
- Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives - including the EAP, Ventia's Healthy Minds program and Healthy Bodies program
- Employee benefits such as corporate travel discounts, Novated leases, private health discounts, credit discounts with retailers Australia wide including Woolworths, Coles, Booking.com and Expedia
About the Role
Oversee end to end field performance across HFC, fibre, copper and civil works ensuring timely restoration of services, fault rectification and quality delivery across a large geographic footprint (Brisbane North through to NSW border).
Lead and support internal teams and subcontractors, ensuring compliance, safety and high-quality technical performance – particularly across HFC optimisation, including RF testing, amplifier / tap tuning, performance validation and complex fault analysis.
Hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys problem solving, planning and supporting field teams to deliver excellence. Duties include –
- Champion safety and ensure compliance with Ventia, NBN and legislative requirements
- Maintain safe, calibrated HFC test equipment (e.g. 620/730 testers)
- Manage reactive and planned works across HFC, fibre, copper and civil scopes
- Lead teams completing RF testing, sweep & balance, leakage detection and optimisation
- Ensure all technicians hold and maintain correct NBN skillsets (14b, 17a, 18a)
- Support and audit subcontractors performance
- Work closely with NBN representatives, internal managers, engineers and SHEQ regarding risks, progress and field insights
- Coach, support and mentor field staff/subcontractors
Required Skills and Experience
It is essential that you have experience in a similar field leadership / supervisory role with a strong understanding of HFC networks (nodes, taps, amps, coax, RF behaviour).
- Experience interpreting RF test equipment and network performance data
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Evidence of ability to manage subcontractor performance, auditing and quality compliance
- Solid computer skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
How to apply
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Position Reference Number: 166410
