MDU Designer

Service Stream; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Stream’s Telecommunications Division is seeking an MDU Designer to deliver compliant FTTP designs for MDU projects under the nbn BAT and FFU programs.

You will apply knowledge of nbn design standards, FTTP architecture and in-building fibre deployment to support leadership, project delivery teams and field operations.

The role focuses on end-to-end development of Detailed Design Documents (DDD-M) and ensuring designs meet serviceability and program outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in nbn FTTP MDU design environments.
• Knowledge of nbn BAT and FFU program requirements.
• Familiarity with current nbn design standards, specifications and architecture.
• Telecommunications design across MDU fibre deployments.
• Experience with FIR reviews, pathway assessments and constructability validation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compliant, constructable FTTP MDU designs.
• Develop Detailed Design Documents (DDD-M).
• Ensure designs align with nbn standards and program outcomes.
• Support leadership, project delivery teams and field operations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve design and construction issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Time management

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

Education

Qualifications in telecommunications, engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

SpatialNet (PNI)

QGIS

MapInfo

Job description

Primary Location

VIC - Melbourne - 655 Collins St

Job Description Summary

Service Stream’s Telecommunications Division are currently seeking an MDU Designer to join our team.

About the Role

In this role you will be responsible for delivering compliant, constructable and cost-effective FTTP designs for Multi Dwelling Unit (MDU) projects under the nbn Build Augmentation (BAT) and Full Fibre Upgrade (FFU) program.

The MDU Designer will utilise their expert knowledge of current nbn design standards, FTTP architecture and in-building fibre deployment methodologies to support the leadership team, project delivery teams and field operations.

The role is accountable for the end-to-end development of Detailed Design Documents (DDD-M), ensuring all MDU designs are aligned with nbn standards, constructability requirements, serviceability objectives and program delivery outcomes.

Experience required

• Experience in nbn FTTP MDU design environments.

• Strong understanding of nbn BAT and FFU program requirements.

• Good understanding of current nbn design standards, specifications and architecture requirements.

• Telecommunications design experience across MDU fibre deployments.

• Experience using AutoCAD, SpatialNet (PNI),

• Preferred experience using QGIS and/or MapInfo

• Experience with FIR reviews, pathway assessments and constructability validation.

• Understanding of in-building fibre infrastructure, risers, lead‑ins and service class requirements (SC2/SC3).

• Experience in network reservations, fibre allocations and ADR processes preferred.

• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex design and construction issues.

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications required

• Qualifications in telecommunications, engineering or equivalent

Competencies required

• Strong attention to detail.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Highly organised with effective time management and prioritisation abilities.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

• Willingness to learn and adapt within a fast-paced delivery environment.

Department

Design