Telecommunications Technician

CBG Services; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Overtime opportunities

Vehicles and equipment supplied

Training and career development

Job summary

CBG Services in Manly West is expanding its field team and seeks reliable Telecommunication Technicians to support Fibre and data networks across Queensland. You will splice, test, install fibre cabling, operate vacuum excavators, and assist with traffic management and site permits.

Eligible candidates have fibre splicing experience, clean driving records, White Card, and first aid/CPR certificates. Willingness to travel across QLD and work away from home when required is essential.

Qualifications

• Full Australian working rights or permanent residency.
• Proven experience in fibre splicing and testing, and cable hauling.
• Current licenses and certifications (White Card, MR license) and first aid/CPR.

Responsibilities

• Fibre optic splicing and testing.
• Rod and rope activities and installation of optical fire cabling.
• Operate a vacuum excavator.
• Locate and repair blockages.
• Site clean-up and reinstatement.
• Support and coach junior team members.
• Complete start cards and traffic management/dig permits.

Skills

Fibre networks

Data networks

Read site plans

Team coaching

Problem solving

Tools

Vac Trucks

Pit & Pipe certification

MR driver’s license

White Card

First Aid/CPR

Job description

CBG Services is an established Telecommunications and Electronic Security company based in Manly West, supporting both telecommunications carriers and the commercial construction sector. Due to strong demand and continued growth in telecommunications projects, we are expanding our field team and looking for reliable, motivated technicians who want to build a long-term career in the industry.

Why Join Us?

We value our people and offer the support, tools and opportunities you need to succeed.

• Competitive pay rates with overtime opportunities available
• LAFHA provided for regional work where applicable
• Great team culture with flexible working conditions
• Work across a variety of locations throughout Queensland
• Ongoing training, upskilling and career development
• Vehicles and specialised equipment supplied
• Supportive leadership team
• Monday to Friday roster, 6:00am to 3:30pm

About the Role

As an experienced Telecommunication Technician, you will be responsible for supporting telecommunications projects in the field and delivering work safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key responsibilities include:

• Fibre Optic Splicing and Testing
• Rod and Rope activities and the installation of optical fire cabling
• Operating a vacuum excavator
• Locating and repairing blockages
• Site clean-up and reinstatement
• Supporting and coaching less experienced team members
• Completing start cards, traffic management setup and dig permits

About You

We are looking for hardworking, dependable team members who take pride in their work and contribute positively to the team, you will have/be:

• Full Australian working rights or be a permanent resident
• Prepared to undertake additional works as requestedExperienced Fibre Splicer
• Proven experience in cable hauling
• Able to locate and repair blockages
• Valid Driver's Licence / White Card / current Police Clearance
• Current First Aid and CPR and hold an MR drivers license
• Experience implementing traffic management plans
• Pit and Pipe certification would be highly regarded
• White card
• QLD traffic management implementation (TMI)
• First Aid and CPR
• Pit & Pipe installation and cable hauling
• Ability to read site plans
• Previous experience operating Vac Trucks
• Underground asset location
• Strong understanding across data and fibre networks

Candidates will need to be prepared to:

• Stay away in various locations North, East and South of QLD
• Undertake appropriate training courses and inductions as required
• Participate in competency reviews