Data Communications Technician

EQUANS ANZ; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Fuel Card

Mobile Phone

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Fortnightly RDOs

Income Protection Insurance

Job summary

Equans ANZ is expanding its South Australian Electrical & Communications team in Adelaide and seeks Data Communications Technicians for major commercial, government and critical infrastructure projects. You will install, test and commission structured cabling, fibre and coaxial systems while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will work with seasoned electrical and communications professionals across diverse environments, with opportunities for career development and company-supported

Qualifications

• Experience installing and testing communications and structured cabling systems.
• Strong understanding of commercial communications infrastructure.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and project documentation.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
• Availability to work both day and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Installation, termination and testing of structured cabling systems.
• Fibre optic, coaxial and communications infrastructure works.
• Testing, fault finding and commissioning of communications networks.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Working collaboratively to deliver projects safely and on schedule.
• Supervising small work crews when required.
• Maintaining compliance with company, client and industry standards.
• Supporting delivery across commercial, government, defence and critical infrastructure projects.

Skills

Structured cabling

Testing

Fault finding

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Safety standards

Night shift availability

Tools

Testing equipment

Cable termination tools

Job description

Join Equans ANZ's Growing Electrical & Communications Team in Adelaide

Competitive EBA remuneration | Fortnightly RDOs | Company Vehicle, Fuel Card & Mobile Phone | Company-Paid Life Insurance

Ready to build the networks that keep businesses, critical infrastructure and essential services connected?

At Equans ANZ, we're expanding our South Australian Electrical & Communications team and are looking for experienced Data Communications Technicians to join us on a range of exciting large-scale commercial, government, defence and infrastructure projects across Adelaide.

If you're passionate about delivering high-quality communications infrastructure, enjoy working on technically challenging projects, and want to be part of a team that values safety, quality and career development, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Equans ANZ?

At Equans, you're more than just a number on a project.

You'll join a highly skilled team delivering critical electrical and communications solutions across some of Australia's most important facilities and infrastructure. We invest in our people, support career progression and reward hard work with industry-leading benefits.

What's In It For You?

• Competitive EBA remuneration package
• Fortnightly RDOs
• Weekly Redundancy Fund Contributions
• Income Protection Insurance for Illness or Injury
• Company Vehicle, Fuel Card & Mobile Phone
• Company-paid Life Insurance through TAL
• Penalty rates for night shift work
• Career development and training opportunities
• Discounted Medibank Private Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Novated Leasing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Study Leave
• Volunteer Leave

About The Role

As a Data Communications Technician, you'll play a key role in delivering communications and network infrastructure projects across commercial, government and critical infrastructure environments throughout Adelaide.

Working alongside experienced electrical and communications professionals, you'll be involved in the installation, testing and commissioning of a range of structured cabling and communications systems while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation, termination and testing of structured cabling systems
• Fibre optic, coaxial and communications infrastructure works
• Testing, fault finding and commissioning of communications networksReading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications
• Working collaboratively to deliver projects safely and on schedule
• Supervising small work crews when required
• Maintaining compliance with company, client and industry standards
• Supporting delivery across commercial, government, defence and critical infrastructure projects

What We're Looking For

You are a motivated communications professional who takes pride in delivering quality workmanship and enjoys working in a team environment.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Experience installing and testing communications and structured cabling systems
• Strong understanding of commercial communications infrastructure
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and project documentation
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
• Availability to work both day and night shifts

Highly Regarded

• Previous experience on defence, government or critical infrastructure projects
• Experience supervising small crews or acting as Leading Hand
• Retail project experience
• Australia Defence Force NV1 Security Clearance
• Australian Citizenship

Licences & Qualifications

Mandatory

• Current Driver's Licence
• White Card / Construction Induction Card
• EWP (Elevated Work Platform)
• Working at Heights

Highly Desirable

• Registered Cabler Licence
• Endorsements for:
  • Structured Cabling
  • Fibre Optic Cabling
  • Coaxial Cabling
• Defence NV1 Clearance

About Equans ANZ

Equans Australia and New Zealand delivers integrated technical services, project solutions and facilities management across a diverse range of industries. Our people support some of the country's most significant commercial, industrial, government and critical infrastructure assets.

We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone is treated with fairness, respect and equal opportunity.

Learn more at www.equans.com.au

Ready to Connect Your Career?

If you're an experienced Data Communications Technician looking for your next opportunity with a global leader in technical services, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: Applicants must have full, unrestricted working rights in Australia. Australian Citizenship is required for many of our projects and will be highly regarded.