National Radio & Network Specialist (P25/WAVE)

Profectus; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Profectus is seeking an experienced Radio Technician and Network Communications Specialist to support a national radio network for an Australian Government agency. The role covers maintenance, deployment, encryption management and contract oversight across mobile, fixed, microwave and satellite systems.

You will mentor staff, coordinate with State Radio Networks and vendors, and contribute to capability uplift through program management and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience maintaining and supporting radio networks.
• Strong knowledge of P25 radio systems and core infrastructure.
• Experience with WAVE or similar push-to-talk platforms.
• Familiarity with microwave, satellite and two-way radio systems.
• Experience implementing encryption and handling controlled equipment.
• Experience vendor and contract management in telecoms.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor the national radio network, resolving complex issues.
• Provide operational support for deployment, installation and maintenance.
• Manage the radio system using P25 and WAVE technologies.
• Advise on voice, two-way radio, core, microwave, satellite and data systems.
• Issue and return radios as controlled items for BAU and operations.
• Undertake contract management and vendor performance measurement.
• Assist design and implementation of radio systems in Pacific nations.
• Support capability uplift through program management.
• Support day-to-day team management and resource planning.
• Provide mentoring and coaching to junior staff.

Skills

P25 radio systems

WAVE interoperability

Microwave/Satellite

Radio encryption management

Contract management

Vendor coordination

Training/mentoring

Stakeholder communication

Radio deployments

Vehicle-mounted equipment

Education

Trade or technical qualifications in radio communications

Tools

P25 core infrastructure

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Profectus is seeking an experienced Radio Technician and Network Communications Specialist to support a national radio network for an Australian Government agency. The role covers maintenance, deployment, encryption management and contract oversight across mobile, fixed, microwave and satellite systems.

You will mentor staff, coordinate with State Radio Networks and vendors, and contribute to capability uplift through program management and emerging technologies.