NMF Communications Operator

Babcock International Group; Newport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Babcock International Group is seeking an NMF Communications Operator to support critical communications infrastructure for the Australian Defence Force. The role involves operating Defence High Frequency Systems and working in a rotating shift environment. Candidates with a minimum of one year in a similar role are preferred, along with strong communication and operational skills. This position offers a flexible work environment and opportunities for career growth within a supportive framework.

Benefits

Agile work environment with remote work options

Wellbeing leave and various leave entitlements

Access to ongoing training and study leave

Employee discounts across various sectors

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience as a Defence Communications Operator or similar.
• Ability to work within a rotating shift roster.
• Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate voice and data circuits over HF and satellite.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and conduct initial investigations into system failures.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Technical Operations

Collaboration

Job description

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About The Role

Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to support the Australian Defence Force's critical communications infrastructure? Babcock is seeking a skilled and experienced communications operator to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in operating the existing Defence High Frequency Communications System (DHFCS) while supporting the implementation and operation of the upgraded Enhanced Defence High Frequency Communications System (EDHFCS).

About The Role

Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to support the Australian Defence Force's critical communications infrastructure? Babcock is seeking a skilled and experienced communications operator to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in operating the existing Defence High Frequency Communications System (DHFCS) while supporting the implementation and operation of the upgraded Enhanced Defence High Frequency Communications System (EDHFCS).

About You

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, performing and delivering contracted Operations Support, monitoring, engineering, and operating voice and data circuits over HF and satellite, operating cryptographic keying equipment and maintaining a 12-hour rotational shift. You will also achieve competency to operate DHFCS and EDHFCS Mission System, conduct initial investigations into system failures and reliability concerns, ensure compliance with SOPs, and complete administrative duties as required. You will have the ability to collaborate and engage with internal stakeholders and work as part of a high functioning team. In addition to the above, qualifications in leadership, management, or communications will be highly regarded.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

• A minimum of one year experience as a Defence Communications Operator, or experience in a similar field.
• Experience in an operations role in a Defence environment.
• Ability to work within a rotating shift roster.
• Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Commonwealth Security Clearance.
  
  
  

Your Future At Babcock – What We Offer You

• We provide an agile work environment where you’re able to work onsite and remotely, and to set you up for this we provide a laptop and working from home kit if required, in addition we offer compressed hours which can provide you even more flexibility;
• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;
• You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much
  
  
  

more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;

• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus wellbeing leave;
• You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.
  
  
  

Who we are Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,500 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:

• Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
• Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
• Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;
• Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Mission & Support Systems business.
  
  
  

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.

To learn more about us vis i t www.babcock.com.a u

Job req #64984

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

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Employment type

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• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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