Senior Network Engineer – Field Ops & 24/7 On-Call

Singtel Group; Ryde; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive paid parental leave

Resources, webinars and support

Extensive learning opportunities

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Elevate Women

Disability Network

Express Yourself (LGBTQIA+)

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Job summary

Optus in NSW is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join the Group Networks team, delivering assurance and delivery for complex transmission systems and coordinating with national and divisional peers. You will lead technical maintenance, fault response and continued improvement initiatives, mentoring engineers and cadets while strengthening network resilience.

The role includes 24/7 on‑call rotations, field deployments at customer sites, and close collaboration with disaster-response efforts

Qualifications

• Full Driver’s license and ability to perform physical tasks.
• Qualification in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications Engineering or related discipline.
• Telecommunications experience and ability to contribute to strategy development.
• Proven ability to lead a team of professional engineers and cadets.
• Extensive engineering experience across telecommunications and transmission networks.
• Experience with Ethernet, IP routing and legacy fibre equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to safety, operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide Level 1/2 assurance and delivery for systems within the facility, including fault response and completion of network build activities.
• Provide Level 2 support for complex network transmission equipment and associated assurance systems.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert for maintenance and commissioning across networks and facilities.
• Perform critical routines and preventative, corrective and emergency maintenance activities.
• Mentor, coach and support peers and subordinate team members.
• Contribute to root cause analysis, fault investigation and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with national and divisional teams to improve network operations, resilience and availability.
• Support deployment and recovery of Sat Cats, Leo SATCATS, flyaway kits and portable generators during disasters.
• Work remotely at Optus fault locations when required.

Skills

Full Driver's license

Telecommunications experience

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Safety mindset

Education

Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications Engineering qualification

Job description

Optus in NSW is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join the Group Networks team, delivering assurance and delivery for complex transmission systems and coordinating with national and divisional peers. You will lead technical maintenance, fault response and continued improvement initiatives, mentoring engineers and cadets while strengthening network resilience.

The role includes 24/7 on‑call rotations, field deployments at customer sites, and close collaboration with disaster-response efforts