Fibre Optic Technician

FibreLink Innovations; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Career growth and advancement

Supportive and collaborative work环境

Job summary

FibreLink Innovations in Brisbane is seeking a Fibre Optics Technician to join our field operations. You will install, maintain, and repair fibre optic cables, focusing on cable hauling, jointing, and testing to ensure high-quality FTTP networks.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with splicing, OTDR testing, and related fibre equipment, plus a valid cabling licence and a clean driving record. Training and career development are available in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Must hold Open Registration cabling licence.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with fibre optic network installations essential.
• Valid manual drivers' licence and clean driving record.
• Ability to tow and reverse trailers.
• Experience with splicing and heat shrink enclosures.
• OTDR, insertion loss, and PON testing experience.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Install and terminate fibre optic cables and equipment.
• Perform cable hauling and routing through conduits and pits.
• Prepare materials, tools, and equipment for installations.
• Collaborate with senior technicians to troubleshoot networks.
• Conduct tests and measurements to ensure quality of installations.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain a safe site.
• Maintain records of cable routes, splices, and terminations.
• Provide general site support and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Fibre optics

OTDR testing

Insertion loss

PON testing

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

OTDR

Splicing equipment

Heat shrink

Job description

Company Overview

FibreLink Innovations is a leading provider of telecommunications infrastructure solutions, specializing in fibre optic network installations. We are committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients to support the growing demand for fibre to the premise (FTTP) networks. We work closely with our construction delivery partners to provide an end to end solution our Fibre Optic GPON networks. We are seeking a motivated and dedicated individuals to join our team as Fibre Optics Technicians.

Job Summary

As a Fibre Optics Technician, you will play a crucial role in the implementation of FTTP networks. You will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of fibre optic cables, with a focus on cable hauling, jointing and testing. This is a skilled position that offers valuable on-the-job training and career development opportunities in the field of fibre optics.

Responsibilities

• - Installation and termination of fibre optic cables, connectors, and related equipment.
• - Perform cable hauling tasks, including pulling and routing fibre optic cables through conduits and pits.
• - Preparation and organization of materials, tools, and equipment required for installations.
• - Collaborate with senior technicians to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to fibre optic networks.
• - Conduct tests and measurements to ensure the quality and integrity of fibre optic installations.
• - Follow safety guidelines and best practices to maintain a safe working environment.
• - Maintain accurate records of work performed, including documentation of cable routes, splices, and terminations.
• - Provide general support to the team, including site clean-up and equipment maintenance.

Requirements

• - Open Registration cabling licence
• - High school diploma or equivalent.
• - Experience and familiarity with fibre optic network installations is essential.
• -Manual drivers' licence and clean driving record essential
• -Confidence towing and reversing trailers
• -Ability to build underground enclosures with heat shrinks.
• -Splicing experience
• -OTDR, Insertion loss, and PON testing experience.
• - Firm knowledge of telecommunications and networking principles.
• - Physically fit and able to perform manual labour, including lifting heavy objects and working in outdoor environments.
• - Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• - Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• - Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and industry practices.

Benefits

• - Competitive salary based on experience.
• - Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company.
• - Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Note: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.