Technical Officer (Radio)

Air Services Australia; Darwin; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Airservices Australia is seeking a Diploma-qualified Electronics professional to join our Darwin team as an Electronics Technical Officer - Radio, Band 2 or 3, depending on experience. The role focuses on installing and maintaining vital ATC and ARFF systems across Northern Australia, with travel and a strong safety culture.

You will work with experienced mentors, contributing to regulatory compliance and the reliability of Australia’s air navigation services, in a supportive, collaborative

Qualifications

• > Diploma/certifications in electronics or equivalent relevant to aviation systems.
• > Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise, and organise activities.
• > Strong customer service focus and teamwork.
• > Ability to work in a safety-critical aviation environment.

Responsibilities

• > Carry out maintenance and installation on critical air traffic control systems.
• > Ensure availability and integrity of aviation communications, navigation and surveillance systems.
• > Travel to regional and remote NT locations to support operations.
• > Maintain compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory requirements.
• > Document maintenance activities accurately and timely.
• > Participate in continuous improvement of service delivery.

Skills

Teamwork

Planning

Regulatory compliance

Customer service

Education

Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering

Current Australian Driver’s Licence

ACMA registered cablers licence

First Aid / CPR

Restricted Electrical Licence

Tools

VHF/UHF/HF radio systems

Satellite and terrestrial bearer systems

Basic networking

Job description

Apply now Job no: 502896
Work type: Full Time Permanent
Location: NT
Categories: Information Technology, Engineering, Technology

• Full-time permanent opportunity based in Darwin
• Technical Officer Band 3
• Work on critical aviation systems across Northern Australia

Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated, Diploma-qualified individual to join our Darwin-based team and help install and maintain vital Air Traffic Control and Aviation Rescue and Firefighting systems.

Working on nationally critical aviation infrastructure, you'll build specialist technical expertise while contributing directly to the safety and reliability of Australia's air navigation services. Supported by experienced mentors, ongoing professional development, and clear career progression pathways, you will play a key role in maintaining operational service delivery and regulatory compliance across Northern Australia.

The position is based in Darwin and will involve travel throughout the Northern Territory and surrounding regions, offering an attractive salary, flexibility, and a range of benefits.

The Organisation

Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world’s airspace and provision of air traffic services at Australia’s busiest airports.

Our people are our greatest asset with a dynamic and diverse team operating from locations across the country - from bustling cities to regional and remote locations. This team keep’s Australia’s aviation industry safe every day of the year, both in the air and on the ground.

We connect people with their world safely – linking family and friends, generating economic activity, creating jobs, and facilitating trade and tourism.

Airservices is committed to fostering a culture that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful. We encourage motivated individuals who love what they do, value a service first mindset, and embrace a challenge to explore a career with Airservices. In return you will be a valued team member, be offered flexibility and experience a meaningful career in an exciting, ever-evolving aviation industry.

The Role & The Team

In this role you will be part of a high performing team who are responsible for carrying out maintenance and installation activities on critical air traffic control and aviation rescue and firefighting systems, ensuring the operational safety and integrity of the Australian national airways system.

As a member of this team, you would be responsible for:

• Ensuring the ongoing operational availability and integrity of critical aviation communications, navigation and surveillance systems.
• Supporting asset sustainment activities and timely restoration of services to minimise operational impacts.
• Assisting with the delivery of maintenance programs that meet regulatory, safety and organisational compliance requirements.
• Undertaking travel to regional and remote locations across Northern Australia to support operational infrastructure.
• Performance of time sensitive preventive and corrective maintenance, and project installation activities in accordance with prescribed processes and procedures.
• Maintaining an awareness and understanding of the impact that work undertaken can have on Airservices systems.
• Maintaining effective working relationships with other Airservices staff to ensure effective coordination of all activities in support of organisational objectives.
• Timely and accurate data entry into the maintenance management systems.
• Taking part in the implementation of enterprise governance systems and policies, including safety, environmental, work health and safety, risk, and compliance.
• Promoting workplace health and safety and contributing to a safe working environment.
• Actively identifying opportunities for continuous improvement of service delivery and work practices.
• Undertaking other tasks as directed by Team Leader or other senior staff.

Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering, or equivalent. This role is subject to mandatory minimum academic qualification requirements under Manual of Standards associated with CASA Part 171

A strong commitment to working in a team environment with a focus on delivering the highest level of customer service.

The ability to develop knowledge and understanding of the policies, procedures, and legislation relevant to the position.

A demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise, organise, and perform activities with limited guidance over time, for cost effective outcomes.

Ability to develop knowledge and experience performing maintenance and installation activities on electronic systems such as, VHF/UHF/HF communications, satellite and terrestrial bearer systems, various radio navigation systems, (NDB, DME, VOR, ILS etc) and basic networking.

The following qualifications are essential to be considered for this role.

• Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering, or equivalent
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence
• ACMA registered cablers licence
• First Aid / CPR
• Restricted Electrical Licence

The position on offer is for Electronics Technical Officer - Radio, Band 2, or Band 3, depending on experience of successful applicant.

Airservices Australia is a diverse and inclusive employer that recognises the benefits of having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. We encourage applications from diverse groups including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

Security Clearance

To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian citizen as an Australian AGSVA security clearance is required for this role. Please refer to the security check requirements successful applicants will be required to undertake as part of the recruitment process.

Should you require any further information please contact Kevin Maher – Talent Acquisition Specialist at [e-mail]

Advertised: 16 Oct 2026 12:00 AM AUS Central Standard Time
Application close: 01 Nov 2026 11:55 PM AUS Central Standard Time