Radio Technician

St John WA Group; Perth; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness reimbursement

17.5% leave loading

Corporate uniform

Salary packaging and novated leasing

Consumer discounts

Discounts on first aid equipment

Complimentary First Aid Training

Complimentary ambulance cover

Job summary

St John WA seeks a Radio Technician to support the metropolitan radio network across 13 sites in the Perth area. The role is based in Belmont, with on-site work, occasional regional travel, and an on-call roster. Join a not-for-profit health organisation delivering essential community services.

You will install, maintain and repair multiple radio systems, work with RFID and Starlink tech, and coordinate with staff and suppliers to keep equipment in top condition.

Qualifications

• 3 years post-apprenticeship experience or possession of a diploma or relevant qualifications, telecommunications and equivalent trade certificate.
• Demonstrated experience with communicating with internal and external stakeholders, Problem solving and fault diagnosis and report writing
• Knowledge and experience in land mobile communication equipment
• A demonstrated understanding in microwave radio systems
• Knowledge of 3G, 4G, WIFI, PTT and satellite forms of communication (desirable)
• Knowledge of IP Networking and Cisco Router configuration (desirable)
• Worked with Simoco, Kyodo, Omnitronics, and Tait P25 radio equipment (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Provide radio and communications support to ambulance staff and volunteers.
• Install, maintain and repair VHF, UHF, P25 and microwave radio systems.
• Install and decommission radio and communications equipment in vehicles.
• Assemble, test and troubleshoot communications systems and equipment.
• Support emerging technologies, including RFID and Starlink.
• Assist with communications projects, installations and equipment upgrades.
• Liaise with staff, volunteers, suppliers and contractors to coordinate works.
• Maintain accurate service records, fault reports and technical documentation.
• Maintain workshop, tools, equipment and service vehicles to a high standard.
• Participate in the on-call roster and occasional regional travel.

Skills

Radio communications

Stakeholder communication

Fault diagnosis

Report writing

Problem solving

Education

Diploma or relevant qualifications

Post-apprenticeship experience

Tools

Simoco

Kyodo

Omnitronics

Tait P25

Cisco Router configuration

Job description

St John WA has been serving the Western Australian community since 1922. Our organisation has grown into an integrated healthcare provider, connecting people across WA to lifesaving emergency services, urgent care, and health education.

We are a not-for-profit organisation, and we are committed to making a positive impact on the safety, wellbeing, and health of everyone, no matter where in WA they live. Our services are powered by more than 8,000 dedicated employees and volunteers who bring care, skill, and compassion to every corner of the state.

The Fleet, Radio, and Equipment Department at St John WA plays a critical role in ensuring the operational readiness and safety of the organization's statewide vehicle fleet. Comprising a dedicated team of 30 skilled professionals, the department is responsible for managing over 1,000 ambulances and transport vehicles across Western Australia.

About the Role:

As a Radio Technician with St John WA, you will join a proactive and self-motivated team in our modern workshop in Belmont. You will maintain the metropolitan radio network used across St John ambulances and fleet vehicles, covering 13 sites across the Perth metropolitan area from Mandurah to Quinns Rocks and east to Wooroloo. Each day will start and finish at Belmont, with travel to other locations as required. This is an opportunity to join a passionate and evolving not-for-profit organisation that provides an essential service to the community. This is a permanent, full-time position working Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, with a 30-minute lunch break. You will also participate in the on-call roster and occasional regional travel as required.

What You'll Do:

• Provide radio and communications support to ambulance staff and volunteers.
• Install, maintain and repair VHF, UHF, P25 and microwave radio systems.
• Install and decommission radio and communications equipment in vehicles.
• Assemble, test and troubleshoot communications systems and equipment.
• Support emerging technologies, including RFID and Starlink.
• Assist with communications projects, installations and equipment upgrades.
• Liaise with staff, volunteers, suppliers and contractors to coordinate works.
• Maintain accurate service records, fault reports and technical documentation.
• Maintain workshop, tools, equipment and service vehicles to a high standard.
• Participate in the on-call roster and occasional regional travel.

Click here for the full Position Description (Radio Technician - 2024.pdf)

What You'll Need:

• 3 years post-apprenticeship experience or possession of a diploma or relevant qualifications, telecommunications and equivalent trade certificate.
• Demonstrated experience with communicating with internal and external stakeholders, Problem solving and fault diagnosis and report writing
• Knowledge and experience in land mobile communication equipment
• A demonstrated understanding in microwave radio systems
• Knowledge of 3G, 4G, WIFI, PTT and satellite forms of communication (desirable)
• Knowledge of IP Networking and Cisco Router configuration (desirable)
• Worked with Simoco, Kyodo, Omnitronics, and Tait P25 radio equipment (desirable)

Benefits:

The successful candidate will be offered an interactive and supportive working environment, along with:

• $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement
• 17.5% leave loading
• Corporate uniform
• Salary packaging and novated leasing
• Consumer discounts
• Discounts on first aid equipment
• Complimentary First Aid Training
• Complimentary ambulance cover

Applications close on Monday 19th October 2026 at 6pm.

St John WA is committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workplace where everyone feels safe to be themselves. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the LGBTIQ+ community.

St John WA is a child-safe organisation and takes a proactive approach to child safety. We ensure all children engaged in St John WA services are protected, respected, and empowered. Our commitment is supported by clear policies and procedures that reinforce our safeguarding practices.

St John WA reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John WA.