Address This position is part of the Radio Electronic Section (RES) team and reports to the Workshop Supervisor. RES provides state-wide 24x7 service response and maintenance to public safety agencies communications infrastructure, systems, and equipment.
RES workshop facilities are situated throughout the State to provision support coverage for a wide range of communications networks that extend across Queensland. RES staff deploy to intra and inter-state incidents and events for the setup and support of frontline communication services.
We also offer rewarding career development, access to ongoing learning and training opportunities and generous superannuation contributions inaddition to advertised salary range. So, bring your big ideas, creativity, and desire to have a true impact - join the Frontline & Digital Division at Queensland Police Service and unleash your imagination!
Your key accountabilities
The core capability requirements for this role are:
• Assemble, test, install, commission and repair voice and data radio communication equipment, computer equipment, telemetry equipment, audio switching equipment, electronic recording of interviews evidence systems, and other electronic equipment.• Assist with the specification, design and construction of equipment for interfacing to the various communications networks, including the preparation of circuit diagrams and site and facility drawings.• Prepare and maintain documentation, including drawings to facilitate asset management and equipment maintenance; initiate and maintain records of work, material usage, equipment histories and other records required for efficient operation and recording within the unit.• Undertake the co-ordination and implementation of new installations and modifications of communications networks and electronic equipment, including the co-ordination and control of sub-contractors as required.• Comply with relevant equipment maintenance standards and ensure all appropriate legislative, policy, procedural and quality requirements are applied.• Contribute specialist skills to planning and project activities.
Role Requirements
Mandatory
• A trade or engineering certificate in radio, electronics or telecommunications; and• A current ‘C' class drivers licence.
Desirable
• Experience with analogue/digital radio networks• Experience with radio test sets• Completion of post trade training in electronics qualifying the jobholder to research and apply new techniques to moderately complex technical problems.• Open Cabling Registration with Structured/Coaxial Cable and Optical Fibre endorsements.• Keen to complete tower climbing and rescue course
Other
This position is required to:• Undertake on-call duties, overtime and work outside normal business hours• Travel intra and inter-state as needed
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/550902/24
Closing Date: Monday, 25th March 2024
