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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