Ventia Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia
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Ventia has been awarded a five-year partnership with Telstra to provide lifecycle management and fixed network services for Telstra’s digital infrastructure.
Ventia’s Telecommunication Team is searching for a Field Area Manager to oversee operations in QLD. The Field Area Manager will provide optimum production and cost outcomes through the management of direct labour and subcontractors in a healthy and safe work environment.
What’s On Offer
Longevity: 5-year partnership with Telstra
Work with a leading telecommunications company at the forefront of network innovation.
Tool of Trades offered
Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives including the EAP, Ventia's Healthy Minds program and Healthy Bodies program
Employee benefits such as corporate travel discounts, Novated leases, private health discounts, credit discounts, and more
A flexible, supportive, and inclusive work environment where you matter
Career stability and development opportunities
High safety culture ensuring the safety of our people and the public
About The Role
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Conduct construction walk-outs, planning, scoping, and activities to ensure site works can be constructed efficiently according to plans and schedules
Engage with and brief subcontractors on their scope of work, escalating issues as needed
Provide leadership and direction to internal and subcontractor teams to deliver the program
Analyze tasks and allocate resources in collaboration with project engineers and managers
Address resource requirements and shortages promptly
Liaise with Site Engineers to ensure materials and equipment are available, escalating deficiencies
Report daily site activities, progress, and variations
Ensure compliance with Work Instructions, Method of Procedures, and plans
Develop and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
Promote safety practices, implementing policies and legislative requirements
Required Skills And Experience
To be successful, your experience should include:
Experience with Telstra projects such as Wideband, ARCW, IEN works (desirable)
Willingness to travel to remote areas and on roster
5+ years in a similar role
Civil construction background, including directional drills, open trenching, fibre installation
Subcontractor management experience
Understanding of Telstra Copper and Optical Fibre Networks
Experience with bore, trench, and plough techniques
Ability to read Telstra DBORs, diagrams, and plans
Knowledge of Telstra Traffic Management and DBYD plans
Strong computer skills
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company operating across Australia and New Zealand, committed to working smart, safely, and sustainably with a focus on community and technological innovation.
Diversity
Ventia values diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities to all individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ community, women, veterans, and people with disabilities.
How To Apply
Please click on the link below to submit your cover letter and resume.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Facilities Services
Industries
Facilities Services
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