AWS Installation Technician - Field Tech with Nationwide Travel

Findstaff; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Findstaff is recruiting an AWS Installation Technician to install, configure, and support weather monitoring equipment as part of Australia’s meteorological infrastructure. You will work independently or with deployment teams, delivering high‑quality installations while adhering to safety and data quality standards.

The role involves field work across regional and remote locations, with extensive travel and hands‑on duties in electrical, electronic, communications and telemetry systems.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Electronics, Electrical, Communications or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Current Australian Driver Licence.
• Australian Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance.
• Ability to pass a medical assessment.
• Current Police Check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure and commission Automated Weather Stations (AWS)
• Conduct site inspections and pre‑installation assessments
• Perform testing, calibration and commissioning activities
• Upgrade, replace and decommission legacy monitoring equipment
• Troubleshoot faults and undertake defect rectification
• Validate telemetry systems and data quality requirements
• Maintain asset, configuration and installation records
• Support deployment planning and logistics activities
• Liaise with contractors, landholders and stakeholders
• Complete installation reports and project documentation

Skills

Current Australian Driver Licence

Australian Citizenship

Ability to obtain a Security Clearance

Ability to pass a medical assessment

Current Police Check

Education

Certificate III in Electronics, Electrical, Communications or related discipline

Job description

Findstaff is recruiting an AWS Installation Technician to install, configure, and support weather monitoring equipment as part of Australia’s meteorological infrastructure. You will work independently or with deployment teams, delivering high‑quality installations while adhering to safety and data quality standards.

The role involves field work across regional and remote locations, with extensive travel and hands‑on duties in electrical, electronic, communications and telemetry systems.