An exciting opportunity for a Field Manager (telco) – operations and maintenance to support one of our contracts. This is a hands-on, field-based role where you will deliver 24/7/365 service assurance across complex optical and ELV transmission networks in some of Australia’s most challenging environments.
You will play a critical role in fault response, preventative maintenance and network reliability, working closely with internal teams, clients and external stakeholders to keep essential infrastructure operational year-round.
What’s on Offer
- $114 733 TFR (includes super) negotiable dependent on skillset and experience plus tool of trade vehicle
- Tier 1, stability and ability to develop your skillset set
- Supportive and collaborative team environment with long standing team members
- Flexibility – offering work life balance
- 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
You are an experienced carrier technician who thrives in remote and demanding environments, calm under pressure, technically strong and take pride in maintaining critical infrastructure in cyclone prone regions.
You will support field crews, manage and coordinate civil and technical contractors as required. Strong hands-on capability is required across multiple technologies including optical fibre and electrical fault diagnostics and rectification. Expertise in –
- Mobile base station equipment (4G/5G)
- DWDM, SDH/PDH, Ethernet and MUX networks
- Cable carrier systems
- DC power systems, batteries and rectifiers
- Generators and emergency power plants
- Solar powered systems
- Electrical and minor facility maintenance
You also prioritise safety for yourself, your crew and contractors always and deliver first response commitments for customer network incidents and perform proactive/reactive maintenance, respond to network outages, failures and programmed works.
Required Skills and Experience
- Cert IV in Telecommunications (or equivalent)
- ACMA Cable Registration (desirable)
- Fibre splicing ticket / experience (desirable)
- Ability to satisfy Rail Category 3 medical requirement
- Drivers licence
- Computer literate
- Strong communication and time management skills
- Self-driven to work autonomously within a supportive and collaborative team
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: 166869
