Field Engineer I Perth Metro

NBN Co ltd.; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

nbn, based in Perth, is hiring a Field Engineer to represent the Field Services team on the nbn network. You will support integration, augmentation and upgrades, conduct field audits, and ensure connect quality and partner performance in a fast-paced field role.

Expect on-site technical support, statewide travel, after-hours work, and participation in an on-call roster to manage urgent service issues on FTTP, 5G and HFC architectures.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in field-based assurance and fault resolution.
• Experience with FTTP/FTTx technologies is advantageous.
• Understanding of Telco architecture and operations.

Responsibilities

• Support network integration, augmentation and upgrades.
• Conduct field audits and monitor connect quality and Delivery Partner performance.
• Provide on-site technical support and respond to escalations.

Skills

Field-based assurance

Fault resolution

FTTX knowledge

GPON

DWDM

Ethernet

RF fundamentals

Job description

Job Expectations

An exciting opportunity has presented itself to join the WA services team in Perth as a Field Engineer working on the nbn network. The Field Services (FS) Team within Chief Operations Business Unit, provides Field Workforce capabilities across all technologies for, Service Activation, Service Assurance, Network Assurance, Network Maintenance, Customer Complaints linked with Network faults and Quality Inspection.

A bit about your role

Based in Perth, your new role as a Field Engineer will focus on representing nbn’s Field Services team in all field-based assurance and build activities specifically related to the nbn network. You will be responsible for supporting network integration, augmentation, and upgrades, as well as conducting field audits and ensuring connect quality and Delivery Partner performance. This role demands high-level field support, including frequent statewide-travel, scheduled after-hours work, and participation in an on-call roster to respond to urgent escalations and service issues.

Role expectations

This role involves network assurance across nbn’s passive and active infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on the FTTP, 5G & HFC (Hybrid Fibre-Coaxial) network. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing assurance activities and executing network element upgrades. The role demands on-site technical support, resolution of escalations, and a deep understanding of GPON, DWDM & Ethernet architecture, RF fundamentals and operations.

A bit about you

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in maintaining and restoring telecommunications infrastructure, with hands‑on experience in field‑based assurance and fault resolution. Expertise in FTTx technologies such as FTTP is advantageous, but a depth understanding of Telco architecture and operations particularly building/commissioning both inside and outside plant network equipment devices. Familiarity with network assurance protocols across technologies like Ethernet, DWDM, and GPON. You’ll be a natural problem solver with a methodical approach to troubleshooting and escalation management. The role requires a quick learner who can adapt to evolving technologies and field conditions. Flexibility, resilience under pressure, and the ability to manage competing priorities are key traits. You’ll also be a highly organised team player who brings a constructive mindset and a proactive approach to challenges and capable of thriving in a dynamic and fast‑paced field environment.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. We’ve created Australia’s network—a network made for more. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of Australia by connecting homes and businesses everywhere. It’s not just a way for everyone to do the things they love, but transforms the way they do them, and the opportunities available to them. A more inclusive working world nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Platinum Employer, and have active employee‑led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women, and their Employer of Choice for 2025.

Equal Opportunities for All

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Applications for this role will close on Monday 26th October.

Worker Type Permanent Time Type Full time

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a Pre‑Employment Medical Assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

nbn is the team behind the design, build and operation of the nbn™ network - one of Australia’s largest technology infrastructure projects, which will help better connect Australians with each other and the rest of the world, no matter where you live. But the nbn™ network is so much more than access to fast internet. A state of the art communications network opens up a world of possibilities in areas such as education, business, innovation, healthcare, flexibility, and entertainment. It will help ensure our digital future, and give Australians benefits we can all enjoy, for decades to come. At nbn, you’ll work with inspirational leaders and innovators in their field, help take on engaging and exciting work, and seek original solutions to new challenges every day. Things move quickly at nbn, and opportunities present themselves all the time. At nbn, you have an incredible chance to broaden your skills and widen your horizons. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to accelerate your career, and shape your own future, along with Australia’s.