AWS Installation Technician – Travel-Heavy Field Service

Findstaff; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

National infrastructure project

Extensive regional/remote travel

Hands-on technical installation work

Job summary

Findstaff is seeking a dedicated AWS Installation Technician to support a national rollout of Automated Weather Stations (AWS) across Australia. You will install, configure and commission weather monitoring gear, working independently or in deployment teams in regional and remote locations, ensuring safety and data quality standards are met.

The role suits hands-on technicians with travel, problem-solving skills, and experience with electrical, electronic, and telemetry systems.

Qualifications

• Must have Certificate III in Electronics, Electrical, Communications or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Must hold a current Australian Driver Licence.
• Australian Citizenship required.
• 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.

Education

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

Job description

Findstaff is seeking a dedicated AWS Installation Technician to support a national rollout of Automated Weather Stations (AWS) across Australia. You will install, configure and commission weather monitoring gear, working independently or in deployment teams in regional and remote locations, ensuring safety and data quality standards are met.

The role suits hands-on technicians with travel, problem-solving skills, and experience with electrical, electronic, and telemetry systems.