Antarctic Networks Telecommunication Officer – Lead

Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water – Brisbane QLD seeks a Telecommunications Officer – Networks (TO-N) to manage station networks, perform routine maintenance, repairs, and upgrades, and assist with complex installations. You will work closely with TO-R and supervise ITOs while supporting safety and operations at Antarctic stations.

Applicants must hold a Cert III in Electronics and Communications, a current driver’s licence, and Australian citizenship or

Qualifications

• Qualifications/licences required: Certificate III in Electronics and Communications, current C-class driver's licence, Australian citizenship or work rights.
• Baseline security clearance and valid passport are mandatory before commencement.
• Knowledge of LAN/WAN, VPNs and Wireless LAN controllers is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage station networks and infrastructure on a daily basis.
• Provide routine maintenance, repairs and upgrades to communications equipment.
• Lead or assist with installation of complex telecommunications systems.
• Supervise Information Technical Officers and coordinate with TO-R for operations.
• Operate in safety-sensitive aviation contexts under DAMP/CASR guidance.

Skills

LANs/WANs

VPNs

Wireless LAN

Network monitoring

Cisco ISE

Cisco Catalyst

Cisco PRIME

PRTG

Canary SMS

Education

Certificate III in Electronics and Communications (UEE30920)

Tools

Cisco ISE

Cisco Catalyst

Cisco PRIME

Job description

Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water – Brisbane QLD seeks a Telecommunications Officer – Networks (TO-N) to manage station networks, perform routine maintenance, repairs, and upgrades, and assist with complex installations. You will work closely with TO-R and supervise ITOs while supporting safety and operations at Antarctic stations.

Applicants must hold a Cert III in Electronics and Communications, a current driver’s licence, and Australian citizenship or