Field Installation Technicians

Synaco; Sydney; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term national project

Extension option

Technical training

Regional travel and interstate travel

Exposure to weather observation tech

Job summary

Synergie Australia is seeking a Field Installation Technician to install, configure and commission Automatic Weather Stations across regional, remote and interstate sites in Australia. The role requires travel, safety discipline and hands-on electrical installation experience.

The position supports a government client with a January 2027 to January 2030 contract and a pay range of AUD 88,834 to AUD 96,829 per year plus super.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or higher in electronics or electrical studies from an Australian institution.
• Diploma in electronics or electrical studies is an advantage.
• Australian citizenship required for security clearance eligibility.
• Current Australian driver’s license and ability to travel regularly.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure and commission Automatic Weather Stations.
• Replace, upgrade and transition legacy weather observation equipment.
• Identify site-readiness issues, hazards and operational risks.
• Install sensors, enclosures, power systems and telemetry equipment.
• Complete acceptance testing, calibration checks and commissioning.
• Validate weather data streams before operational handover.
• Diagnose and rectify faults identified during the rollout.
• Provide limited post-installation support and stabilisation.
• Record asset, configuration and installation information.
• Maintain accurate as-built records and digital asset registers.
• Complete commissioning reports and defect logs.
• Assist with rollout planning, logistics and equipment staging.
• Work to project schedules, milestones and deployment targets.
• Liaise with landholders, contractors and local stakeholders.
• Provide progress updates and report emerging risks or issues.
• Comply with all workplace health and safety requirements.

Skills

Electrical installation

Field installation

Diagnostics

Remote travel readiness

Safety compliance

Driver's license

Education

Certificate III or higher in electronics or electrical studies

Diploma in electronics or electrical studies

Tools

Maximo asset management

Telemetry equipment

Job description

Install critical weather technology across regional and remote Australia.

We think outside the box by redefining recruitment.

Through long-term partnerships, we connect the right people (You) with the right opportunities to shape careers and drive change in Australia and beyond.

Synergie Australia is seeking a Field Installation Technician for atrusted Government client.

The important parts:

• Pay:$88,834 – $96,829 per year + Super | Duration:January 2027 to January 2030 (potential for extension)
• Travel: Regular regional, remote and interstate travel required
• Citizenship: Australian citizenship required for security clearance eligibility

What you will be required to do:

As an AWS Installation Technician / Field Technician, you will:

• Install, configure and commission Automatic Weather Stations
• Replace, upgrade and transition legacy weather observation equipment
• Identify site-readiness issues, hazards and operational risks
• Install sensors, enclosures, power systems and telemetry equipment
• Complete acceptance testing, calibration checks and commissioning
• Validate weather data streams before operational handover
• Diagnose and rectify faults identified during the rollout
• Provide limited post-installation support and stabilisation
• Record asset, configuration and installation information
• Maintain accurate as-built records and digital asset registers
• Complete commissioning reports and defect logs
• Assist with rollout planning, logistics and equipment staging
• Work to project schedules, milestones and deployment targets
• Liaise with landholders, contractors and local stakeholders
• Provide progress updates and report emerging risks or issues
• Comply with all workplace health and safety requirements

Regular travel is a central requirement of these positions.

Technicians will travel to regional, remote and offshore sites and may work in multi-day or multi-week deployment blocks. Depending on the location, travel may involve four-wheel-drive vehicles, commercial aircraft, boats or helicopters.

Candidates must be comfortable:

• Spending multiple nights away from home
• Travelling to isolated and challenging locations
• Working outdoors and in varied environmental conditions
• Following structured deployment schedules
• Working independently and as part of a field team
• Maintaining a strong safety focus throughout each deployment

To be successful in the role you will:

To be considered, you will require at least one of the following:

• Certificate III or higher in electronics or electrical studies from an Australian educational institution
• A comparable overseas qualification relevant to the duties
• Relevant technical experience and training that enables competent performance
• Another comparable qualification appropriate to the position

You must also:

• Hold a current Australian driver licence
• Be willing and able to undertake regular remote and regional travel
• Be willing to complete and pass a medical assessment
• Be eligible to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card or Maritime Security Identification Card
• Hold a current police check at commencement
• Be an Australian citizen and eligible to obtain a security clearance

The following experience and capabilities would be advantageous:

• Technical field installation or maintenance experience
• Electrical or electronic equipment installation
• Field commissioning and acceptance testing
• Fault-finding and technical diagnostics
• Solar power systems
• Batteries and electrical power systems
• Remote telemetry and communications equipment
• Sensors, instrumentation and monitoring equipment
• Asset or configuration management systems such as Maximo
• Working in regional or remote environments
• Operating and maintaining four-wheel-drive vehicles
• Working safely at heights
• Remote first aid
• A Diploma in electronics or electrical studies

Specialised in-house, competency-based training will be provided on the relevant weather observation equipment and systems.

What’s on offer for you:

• A long-term national project through to January 2030
• An additional six-month extension option
• Meaningful technical work supporting weather forecasts and warnings
• Regional, remote and interstate travel
• Exposure to specialist weather observation technology
• Structured in-house technical training
• Work alongside experienced technicians and technical professionals
• Opportunities based from eight operational hubs across Australia
• Varied fieldwork across hundreds of unique locations
• The opportunity to contribute to nationally significant infrastructure

Synergie Australia delivers a full 360º recruitment solution, consisting oftemporaryandpermanent recruitment services, and more.Safetyis of the highest priority, and Synergie Australia prides itself on fostering a culture that champions guidance and care in the workforce.Beyond recruitment, Synergie Australia is motivated to improve everyday standards within the working landscape so people can thrive today, and in the future. This approach delivers real change to communities by improving workplaces, local economies, inequalities, and changes to the climate. If you aspire for better, let’swork together.

Synergie Australiaconnects people with safe, rewarding work across Australia. From temporary roles to permanent opportunities, we support youat every stage of yourcareer. Learn more and view current opportunities at www.synergieaustralia.com.au