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Metrics Construction Group Pty Ltd is seeking a skilled and motivated Telecommunications Technician to join our growing telecommunications team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance and repair of telecommunications equipment and networks, including fibre optic, copper and associated NBN infrastructure.

The position requires strong practical and technical capabilities in telecommunications systems, fault diagnosis, network testing and equipment installation. The Telecommunications Technician will work closely with supervisors, project managers and other technical personnel to ensure telecommunications works are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with project specifications, NBN requirements and applicable industry standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package of AUD $80,000–$100,000 per annum.
• Full-time employment with an established Australian business.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Exposure to NBN, telecommunications and major infrastructure projects.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Work-life balance and flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate.

Task & responsibilities

• Install, maintain, test, commission and repair telecommunications equipment, cabling and network infrastructure.
• Install and connect fibre optic, copper and other telecommunications cabling and associated equipment.
• Install telecommunications pits, conduits, cabinets, distribution equipment, termination points and other network components as required.
• Examine telecommunications plans, technical drawings, specifications and work instructions to determine installation requirements.
• Locate and identify telecommunications cables, equipment and network connection points at project sites.
• Conduct site inspections and assist in determining appropriate locations and installation requirements for telecommunications equipment and cabling.
• Perform fibre optic and copper cable testing using appropriate telecommunications testing equipment and tools.
• Conduct cable termination, jointing, splicing and connection activities in accordance with applicable technical requirements.
• Test installed telecommunications equipment and network infrastructure to ensure correct operation and required performance.
• Identify, diagnose and rectify telecommunications network faults, connectivity issues and equipment failures.
• Inspect telecommunications equipment, cabling and network infrastructure to identify defects, deterioration or maintenance requirements.
• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on telecommunications equipment and network infrastructure.
• Adjust, replace and repair faulty telecommunications equipment, components, cabling and connections.
• Configure telecommunications equipment and devices where required to ensure correct network operation.
• Verify signal quality, connectivity and network performance following installation or repair work.
• Use telecommunications testing instruments and diagnostic equipment to identify faults and confirm system performance.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, testing, maintenance, repairs and completed telecommunications works.
• Ensure completed work meets relevant project specifications, quality requirements and telecommunications industry standards.
• Follow workplace health and safety requirements, safe work procedures and site-specific safety requirements.
• Coordinate with project managers, supervisors, contractors and other technical personnel to ensure telecommunications works are completed within required project timeframes.
• Provide technical assistance in resolving installation, maintenance and network connectivity issues.

Qualification & experience

• Relevant qualification in Telecommunications, Telecommunications Technology, Electronics, Communications or a closely related technical field.
• Relevant practical experience in telecommunications installation, testing, maintenance or network infrastructure.
• Experience working with fibre optic and/or copper telecommunications networks.
• Knowledge of telecommunications equipment, cabling and network infrastructure.
• Experience with NBN or similar telecommunications infrastructure will be highly regarded.
• Ability to read and interpret telecommunications plans, diagrams, technical drawings and specifications.
• Practical experience using telecommunications testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a telecommunications project team.
• Good communication, organisational and time-management skills.