Telecommunications Field Technician: Fibre & Copper Network Specialist

McLean Farms; Pittsworth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Eggs per fortnight

Training provided

Employee Assistance Program

Team social events

Safe, inclusive workplace

Job summary

McLean Farms seeks a Telecommunications Field Technician to provide high-quality ICT support and install and maintain copper and fibre networks across multiple sites in Queensland.

You will work with the Network Manager, handle service requests, troubleshoot issues, and perform preventative maintenance while ensuring safety and SLAs are met. This hands-on role offers training and room for professional growth in a supportive rural company.

Qualifications

• Experience providing first and second-level ICT support.
• Proficiency installing and maintaining wireless, cellular, Wi‑Fi, and enterprise IT infrastructure.
• Familiarity with OTDR and Power Meters.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure wireless, cellular, Wi‑Fi, and enterprise IT infrastructure, including switches and routers.
• Design, implement, and optimise wireless, Wi‑Fi, and satellite network solutions.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and diagnose issues across network infrastructure.
• Install, patch, and troubleshoot data network components to ensure optimal performance.
• Perform field testing and prepare detailed commissioning reports for new deployments.
• Prepare, splice, and terminate a range of cabling types, including copper and fibre.
• Carry out testing using OTDR and power meter equipment.
• Identify faults and perform timely repairs to restore service.
• Execute installation and maintenance tasks in compliance with safety standards and SLAs.
• Collaborate with and supervise subcontractors where required.
• Build, install, and maintain physical rack infrastructure across multiple sites.

Skills

ICT support

Team player

Communication skills

Time management

Self-motivation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelors not specified

Tools

ACMA Cabling licence

OTDR

Power meters

Testing equipment

Job description

McLean Farms seeks a Telecommunications Field Technician to provide high-quality ICT support and install and maintain copper and fibre networks across multiple sites in Queensland.

You will work with the Network Manager, handle service requests, troubleshoot issues, and perform preventative maintenance while ensuring safety and SLAs are met. This hands-on role offers training and room for professional growth in a supportive rural company.