Brisbane Commercial Data Tech – Cabling & Networking

Whatalec Pty Ltd; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Career progression

Supportive management

Diverse projects

Safety focused

Job summary

Whatalec Pty Ltd – Electrical & Communications is seeking a Commercial Data Technician in Brisbane for a permanent, full‑time position. You will work across commercial projects, installing and testing structured cabling and data systems while maintaining safety standards.

You will read plans, document results, and liaise with clients and project managers. A strong focus on quality, reliability and on‑site professionalism is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial data and communications installations.
• Strong knowledge of structured cabling systems and standards.
• Able to fault-find and rectify issues efficiently on site.
• Capable of reading plans, drawings and project documentation.
• Excellent time‑management and organisational skills.
• Good communication and customer service abilities.
• Sound understanding of workplace health and safety regulations.
• Must hold Australian Communications Registration with endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Installation, termination and testing of structured communications cabling.
• Installation of copper and fibre communications systems.
• Data rack installation, fit-out and patching.
• Testing, fault finding and rectification of issues.
• Conducting site audits and inspections.
• Reading plans, drawings and project documentation.
• Accurately recording test results and completed works.
• Liaising with clients, supervisors and project managers.
• Completing required job documentation and paperwork.
• Working independently when required while contributing to the project team.
• Maintaining a high standard of workmanship and site safety.

Skills

Commercial data installations

Structured cabling

Fault finding

Plans & drawings reading

Time management

Client liaison

Documentation

Health & safety

Unsupervised work

Australian Communications Registration

Job description

Whatalec Pty Ltd – Electrical & Communications is seeking a Commercial Data Technician in Brisbane for a permanent, full‑time position. You will work across commercial projects, installing and testing structured cabling and data systems while maintaining safety standards.

You will read plans, document results, and liaise with clients and project managers. A strong focus on quality, reliability and on‑site professionalism is essential for success in this role.