Communications Network Technician

UGL Pty Limited; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

UGL Pty Limited invites a Communications Technician to join the Utilities Operations & Maintenance team supporting Endeavour Energy’s telecommunications network in the Wollongong area.

You will install, maintain and fault-find across radio, fibre, telephony, mobile and data networks while working across field and office environments. A trade or tertiary qualification and ACMA cabler registration are required.

Qualifications

• Trade or tertiary qualification in Telecommunications, Electronics, Communications, Signalling or related discipline.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills with ability to work autonomously.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence and ability to work across field and office environments.
• ACMA Open Cabler Registration or related certifications.
• Experience in utilities, telecommunications, rail signalling, or critical infrastructure environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and fault-find telecommunications infrastructure across the Endeavour Energy network.
• Work across radio, fibre, telephony, mobile and data networks.
• Diagnose faults, often in the field, and restore critical services.
• Build strong relationships with team members, customers and contractors to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Participate in an on-call roster and support during emergencies and network incidents.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Autonomous work

Problem solving

Safety-focused

Education

Telecom qualification

ACMA Open Cabler Registration

Tools

Radio systems

Fibre networks

Telephony systems

Mobile networks

Data networks

Job description

Keep Critical Infrastructure ConnectedUGL is seeking a Communications Technician to join our Utilities Operations & Maintenance team supporting Endeavour Energy's telecommunications network, based in the Springhill service centre, Wollongong.This is an opportunity to work on essential infrastructure that keeps thousands of sites connected across the electricity distribution network. Supporting more than 2,500 locations, you'll work across a diverse range of communications technologies including radio networks, fibre, telephony, mobile communications and data systems.Backed by a long-term contract with Endeavour Energy, this role offers genuine job security, varied and interesting work, and the chance to join a stable, experienced and highly supportive team. Whether you're working in a substation, on a remote hillside, roadside infrastructure, or in the office, no two days are the same.The RoleAs a Communications Technician, you'll be responsible for maintaining and supporting communications systems that enable safe and reliable network operations across the Endeavour Energy footprint.What you’ll be doingInstall, maintain and fault-find telecommunications infrastructure across the Endeavour Energy network.Work across a broad range of technologies including radio communications, fibre, telephony, mobile and data networks.Diagnose and resolve faults, often working independently in the field to restore critical services.Build strong working relationships with team members, customers and contractors to deliver high-quality outcomes.Participate in an on-call roster and provide support during emergency and network critical incidents as required.About YouWe understand it's unlikely you'll have experience across every technology we support. What's most important is your technical aptitude, problem-solving ability and willingness to learn.A trade or tertiary qualification in Telecommunications, Electronics, Communications, Signalling or a related technical discipline.Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills with the confidence to work autonomously.A positive, can-do attitude and a commitment to safety.The ability to build strong relationships and contribute to a collaborative, team-focused culture.A current Australian Driver's Licence and the ability to work across a variety of field and office-based environments.Additional RequirementsExperience working in utilities, telecommunications, rail signalling, communications networks, or critical infrastructure environments.Experience working in or around substations.Working at Heights and/or rigging qualifications.ACMA Open Cabler Registration or related telecommunications certifications.What's in it for You?Permanent full-time role with a long-term Endeavour Energy contract.On-call allowance for rostered week.Overtime rates applicable when called out or working additional hours.Genuine job security within a stable and growing business.Join an experienced, supportive and highly collaborative team that looks out for each other.Diverse work environment across field, network and office-based locations.Ongoing training and development opportunities.Opportunity to develop specialist skills across a broad range of communications technologies.Job Reference: 269681Discipline: TechnicalPrimary Location: Australia-NSW-Parramatta & Western SuburbsWork Type: Full-time