Communications Labourers

Connect Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Stream Australia is seeking a Communications Assistant to build, maintain and support telecommunications networks across NSW. This hands-on role involves working outdoors on fibre, HFC, civil and utility infrastructure with a safety-focused crew.

Join a supportive field services team delivering essential infrastructure for major clients. You will work on-site, on-call rosters including planned night works, with training and development opportunities in a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Current Driver’s License
• Construction White Card
• Willing to work on an on-call roster, including planned night works

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and decommission telecommunications networks across fibre, HFC and civil infrastructure
• Work across multiple project types and clients including major carriers and utilities
• Interpret construction plans, diagrams, and work packs
• Perform installation, hauling, and placement of cables in pits, ducts, and aerial environments
• Complete pre-start checks and maintain plant and equipment
• Participate in site safety initiatives and toolbox talks
• Complete job documentation and work order updates
• Work collaboratively with team members and stakeholders

Job description

Primary Location NSW - Wetherill Park

Job Description Summary

Join a supportive, high-performing field team delivering critical telecommunications infrastructure across New South Wales. This is your opportunity to work hands-on with in telecommunications in a team that values safety, collaboration, and growth. At our core, we believe great teams are built on diversity of experience and perspective. If you’re passionate and capable, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Communications Assistant, you’ll play a key role in building, maintaining, and supporting telecommunications networks across multiple major clients, including carrier and utility infrastructure. Working as part of a crew (and occasionally independently), you’ll contribute to delivering high-quality outcomes across a variety of field-based projects involving fibre, HFC, civil, and network infrastructure. This role suits someone who enjoys hands-on work, thrives outdoors, and takes pride in being part of essential infrastructure delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and decommission telecommunications networks across fibre, HFC and civil infrastructure
• Work across multiple project types and clients including major carriers and utilities
• Interpret construction plans, diagrams, and work packs
• Perform installation, hauling, and placement of cables in pits, ducts, and aerial environments
• Complete pre-start checks and maintain plant and equipment
• Participate in site safety initiatives and toolbox talks
• Complete job documentation and work order updates
• Work collaboratively with team members and stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking reliable, safety-focused individuals who enjoy working in a team and contributing to essential infrastructure projects.

Essential

• Current Driver’s License
• Construction White Card
• Willing to work on an on-call roster, including planned night works

Highly Regarded

• MR/HR Truck License
• EWP >13m or similar certifications
• Experience working on carrier networks
• First Aid or other safety certifications

Why Join Us?

• Work on essential infrastructure projects
• Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Competitive remuneration and allowances
• Inclusive and diverse workplace

A Role for Everyone

We are committed to supporting development and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Department Field Services

Service Stream, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading national service provider to develop and operate Australia's essential communications, energy and water networks in the telecommunications and utilities industries. We specialise in the design, construction and maintenance of new and existing networks, and deliver end-to-end engineering and asset management solutions on behalf of our blue chip client base.