Tasmania Weather Station Field Technician

Job Q; Hobart; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Q is seeking an Installation Technician to deploy and commission weather stations across Tasmania. You will join a national government project based in Hobart and travel to remote and regional sites, often staying away overnight.

You’ll install, configure and test AWS equipment, perform site readiness assessments, and coordinate with local stakeholders. A strong safety focus and ability to work independently or in a team are essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Electrical or Electronics or equivalent experience.
• Proven ability to install and commission weather/equipment on-site.
• Willingness to travel and stay away for multi-night stays.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure and commission automatic weather stations.
• Remove, upgrade or replace old equipment.
• Conduct site readiness and risk assessments before installation.
• Test, calibrate and hand over equipment, and fix faults.
• Record installation data and complete reports; liaise with stakeholders.
• Adhere to WHS policies and procedures; work with solar, telemetry and power systems.

Skills

Field installation

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Electrical or Electronics

Diploma in Electrical or Electronics

Tools

Telemetry equipment

Solar power systems

4WD driving

Job description

Job Q is seeking an Installation Technician to deploy and commission weather stations across Tasmania. You will join a national government project based in Hobart and travel to remote and regional sites, often staying away overnight.

You’ll install, configure and test AWS equipment, perform site readiness assessments, and coordinate with local stakeholders. A strong safety focus and ability to work independently or in a team are essential.