Radio Technician (Network Communications Specialist)

IAG Defence and National Security; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

IAG Defence & National Security in Canberra seeks an experienced Radio Technician to support a national Commonwealth agency, installing, maintaining and retiring mobile and fixed-site radio networks. You will provide operational support and technical guidance while collaborating with agency personnel and external vendors.

The role requires strong experience with mission-critical radio systems, P25/WAVE technologies, and encryption.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining mission-critical radio networks (mobile and fixed sites).
• Experience with P25 and WAVE technologies and large-scale radio systems.
• Experience monitoring network performance and diagnosing complex faults.
• Knowledge of voice, radio, two-way, data, microwave, satellite and digital data systems.
• Experience managing controlled radio assets and radio encryption.
• Experience in contract management and procurement with network operators and vendors.
• Experience mentoring, coaching and training technicians.
• Experience working effectively in a small team.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support and technical advice on the acquisition, deployment, installation and maintenance of mobile radio and fixed site communications equipment
• Maintain the mission-critical radio network and investigate and resolve complex system-wide faults
• Manage the national radio system using technologies including P25 and WAVE
• Support and advise on planning and implementation of telecommunications systems, including voice, radio, P25 core, two-way, data, microwave, satellite and digital data
• Support the uplift of radio and communications capability through program management activities, including adopting new technologies
• Support contract management and procurement with external radio network operators and vendors
• Manage the issue and return of controlled radios and decommission redundant radio sites
• Support the management of encryption for radio devices
• Mentor and train others, including overseas technicians, and help design radio systems overseas

Skills

Radio networks

P25/WAVE

Network monitoring

Radio encryption

Contract management

Mentoring/training

Teamwork

Job description

Australia Wide | Requires a current AGSVA NV1 Clearance | 12-Month Engagement (Possible Extension)

About Us

IAG Defence & National Security (DNS) is part of IAG, a specialist advisory firm supporting complex infrastructure, Defence and national security programs across Australia. Our DNS team works closely with Commonwealth agencies and industry partners to deliver specialist expertise into nationally significant programs. Our success depends on our ability to identify, engage and mobilise highly specialised talent quickly and effectively. IAG is recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer under the Veteran Employment Program.

Do you have prior ADF experience? We highly value ADF experience and skills, whether as a permanent member or a reservist.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Radio Technician to join a national Commonwealth agency in Canberra, implementing, managing and retiring the communications infrastructure that supports its digital and operational services. You'll provide operational support and technical advice on mobile radio and fixed site communications equipment, and help look after the agency's mission-critical national radio network. You'll work in a small team, in collaboration with and under supervision by nominated agency personnel, and provide knowledge and skills transfer to other teams. The role also supports the uplift of radio and communications capability, by identifying and adopting new technologies and making sure existing ones stay fit for purpose in an operational context.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operational support and technical advice on the acquisition, deployment, installation and maintenance of mobile radio and fixed site communications equipment
• Maintain and monitor the mission-critical radio network, and investigate and resolve complex, system-wide network issues
• Manage the national radio system using technologies including P25 and WAVE
• Support and advise on the planning and implementation of telecommunications systems, including voice, radio, P25 core, two-way, data, microwave, satellite and digital data
• Support the uplift of radio and communications capability through program management activities, including adopting new technologies
• Support contract management and procurement with external radio network operators and vendors
• Manage the issue and return of controlled radios, and decommission redundant radio sites
• Support the management of encryption for radio devices
• Mentor and train others, including overseas technicians, and help design radio systems overseas

Required

• Experience maintaining mission-critical radio networks, including mobile radio and fixed site communications equipment
• Experience with P25 and WAVE radio technologies and large-scale radio systems
• Experience monitoring network performance and diagnosing complex, system-wide faults
• Knowledge of voice, radio, two-way, data, microwave, satellite and digital data systems
• Experience managing controlled radio assets and radio encryption
• Experience in contract management and procurement with network operators and vendors
• Experience mentoring, coaching and training technicians
• Experience working effectively in a small team

Engagement Details

• Location: Canberra, ACT
• Onsite. Hybrid work option may be available, subject to approval
• Travel may be required to support remotely located team members, at your own expense
• 7.5 hours per day
• Extension options available

What We Offer

With offices in Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, we're a tight-knit team working across some of Australia's most critical Defence and national security programs. We value expertise, collaboration and flexibility, providing our people with opportunities to contribute to meaningful and technically challenging projects. We can offer great work, great people, great culture, great conditions, and an all-round great time whilst you continue building a rewarding career in the Defence and national security sector. As part of IAG, you'll be joining a team of more than 250 professionals. Most opportunities advertised by IAG Defence & National Security are subject to client approval, security validation and contractual confirmation. Employment or engagement will only be offered following successful client acceptance and completion of all required pre-engagement checks and onboarding activities.

Please Note

As this role may support a Defence program, a Defence employment moratorium period may apply to current or recently separated ADF/APS personnel seeking to move into industry roles. If you are currently serving or have recently left Defence, we'd recommend confirming your eligibility to apply before submitting.