Telecommunications Cable Installation Specialist
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a dynamic team on telecommunications cable installation projects.
About the role:
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Adjusting, repairing and replacing faulty components using electronic testing equipment.
- Setting up telecommunications equipment such as telephones, switchboards and data transmission devices.
- Configuring and integrating telecommunications systems and equipment.
- Attaching and connecting wires and cables to various appliances and equipment.
- Installing cabling systems for telephone, radio, pay TV and computer networks.
- Reviewing technical drawings, specifications and work areas to determine correct positioning and connections for equipment installation.
- Joining cables and sealing sheaths using materials like lead and thermoplastic.
- Performing fibre installation tasks including preparation, handling, hygiene and termination of Ribbon & Multi-core fibres.
- Locating faults in telecommunications systems using tools like ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and transmission measuring instruments.
- Erecting, testing and maintaining aerial and underground wiring, as well as radio and mobile phone antennae.
- Conducting safety inspections and reporting any non-conformance issues.
Required skills and qualifications:
To be considered for this opportunity you will have the following skills and experience:
- Qualification equivalent to AQF Cert IV or higher or min 3 years relevant work experience.
- At least 3 years working experience in cabling, trouble shooting and team management on a major telecommunication network.
- NBN enable qualified.
- First Aid & CPR required.
- Construction Card (White Card) required.
- Cabling and testing certificates required.
- Traffic Management card (Yellow Card) preferred.
- Confined space & gas detection preferred.
- Working at height preferred.
- Australian (C Class) Drivers Licence required.
- Police check: Must be clear with no convictions.
Benefits:
- Tools, PPE, uniforms and work truck supplied by the employer
- Weekly pays
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplementary Pay:
- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (required)
Work Location:
- On the road