Telecommunication Network Planner

Labour Support Group; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Adio Desk Pty Ltd is seeking multiple Telecommunications Network Planners to design and optimise nationwide networks from Bendigo, VIC. The role focuses on fibre, copper and wireless topology, traffic modelling and regulatory compliance, with a strong emphasis on accurate documentation and stakeholder coordination.

You will develop plans, forecast capacity and support project approvals while coordinating with engineers, contractors, and authorities.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Telecommunications or a related field.
• Minimum 12 months post-qualification experience as a Telecommunications Network Planner.
• At least 12 months experience in fibre optic network planning including route selection and optical power budgeting.
• Experience in RF planning, coverage modelling and spectrum analysis for wireless deployments.
• Experience using GIS platforms, AutoCAD, RF planning tools or equivalent software.
• Strong knowledge of ACMA regulations and carrier-grade standards.
• Ability to prepare structured technical documentation, feasibility studies and cost models.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed telecommunications network plans including fibre, copper and wireless topology layouts.
• Conduct capacity forecasting and traffic modelling for scalability and performance.
• Design fibre optic routing plans including splice schematics and cable schedules.
• Perform RF planning, propagation analysis and site configuration for wireless deployments.
• Prepare feasibility studies and cost estimation models for projects.
• Coordinate with engineers, field technicians, contractors and authorities for rollout.
• Analyse network performance data to identify congestion and optimisations.
• Ensure design compliance with ACMA regulations and standards.
• Develop GIS mapping and maintain network asset records.
• Review contractor submissions and documentation for acceptance reports.
• Assess risks including environmental and zoning constraints impacting deployment.
• Support commissioning and integration of new network segments.
• Prepare technical reports and stakeholder presentations for approvals.
• Monitor emerging telecom technologies and propose upgrades.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Stakeholder communication

Education

Diploma in Telecommunications or related field

Tools

GIS platforms

AutoCAD

RF planning tools

Optical power budgeting tools

Job description

The Client

Adio Desk Pty Ltd is an Australian provider of advanced telecommunications solutions, specialising in offering innovative and reliable telecommunications services.

The Role

This is for five (5) full-time positions with an annual salary between $79,500 to $88,000 depending on experience plus superannuation. The role will be based in Bendigo in VIC.

The Responsibilities

• Develop detailed telecommunications network plans including fibre, copper and wireless topology layouts
• Conduct capacity forecasting and traffic modelling to ensure network scalability and performance optimisation
• Design fibre optic routing plans including splice schematics, cable schedules and distribution architecture
• Perform radio frequency planning, propagation analysis and site configuration for wireless network deployments
• Prepare technical feasibility studies and cost estimation models for new infrastructure projects
• Liaise with engineers, field technicians, contractors and local authorities to coordinate infrastructure rollout
• Analyse network performance data to identify congestion points and recommend optimisation strategies
• Ensure network design compliance with ACMA regulations, Australian Standards and carrier specific requirements
• Develop GIS based mapping documentation and maintain accurate network asset records
• Review and validate contractor submissions, as built documentation and network acceptance reports
• Assess risk factors including environmental, zoning and technical constraints impacting network deployment
• Support commissioning and integration of new network segments into live environments
• Prepare technical reports, design documentation and stakeholder presentations for project approval
• Monitor emerging telecommunications technologies and recommend upgrades to maintain competitive capability

The Requirements

• At least a Diploma qualification in Telecommunications or a related field
• Minimum 12 months plus full time post qualification experience as a Telecommunications Network Planner
• At least 12 months plus experience in fibre optic network planning including route selection, splice planning and optical power budgeting
• Minimum 12 months plus experience conducting RF planning, coverage modelling and spectrum analysis for wireless deployments
• At least 12 months plus experience using GIS platforms, AutoCAD, RF planning tools or equivalent network design software
• At least 12 months plus experience ensuring compliance with ACMA regulations and carrier grade technical standards
• Minimum 12 months plus experience preparing structured technical documentation, feasibility studies and cost modelling for telecommunications infrastructure projects
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to perform on-site analysis and resolution of technical problems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with maintaining detailed logs and documentation of inventories, parts, equipment, and instruments, as well as communication policies and procedures
• Ability to liaise effectively with vendors, suppliers, service providers and external resources to monitor contractual obligations and performance delivery