This role will involve work in the expanding field of data centres and critical power. The role is diverse and requires adaptable and fast learning candidates, who will be working as part of a larger diversely skilled team. The role requires a significant amount of travel. Candidates should expect to complete 3-5 day blocks of travel up to fortnightly as we complete maintenance and new installations to approximately 100 locations across Australia and its islands.
The role will involve:
- Interstate travel
- Installation Services
- Decommission Services
- Maintenance & Break / Fix Services
- Basic Electrical System Design
- Basic Job Scoping & Quoting
- Electrical System Audit & Consulting
- Control & Monitoring Audit, Design & Installation
- Product Commissioning (UPS, Switchboard, ATS, Generators & other Critical Infrastructure)
- Test & Tag
- Simple Procurement
- Maintain Tools & Test Equipment
- Maintain base stock / cold spares and break fix consumables
The role will be a combination of working in the office, workshop and on-site. On-site works and training will periodically involve Monday-Friday interstate travel. A driver’s license and access to a car will be required. The role includes paid overtime and access to a bonus/incentives program. We are hoping to hire a candidate looking for long-time employment.
Eligibility for a security clearance (NV1) is a must (already having a clearance would be advantageous, but not required), see the requirements here:
https://www1.defence.gov.au/security/clearances/applicants-holders/vetting-assessment-process
Note you MUST be an Australian citizen to obtain this clearance. Unfortunately, applicants that do not meet this eligibility requirement cannot be considered for the position.
Due to the nature of our work, sometimes our work requires long days, tight deadlines, and stressful environments. If you thrive in fast paced and goal-oriented environments, this role may be for you!
The ideal candidate:
The most important personal attributes are attitude, initiative, problem solving approach and a willingness to learn. Cultural fit is also critical as we have a great team and environment.
Any of the following experience is considered beneficial:
- Have good technical skills, the ability to both understand and hand sketch single line diagrams.
- Have the ability to do some travel (usually 3-5 day trips once or twice a month).
- Have an existing AGSVA security clearance or be able to attain one by undergoing a national police check and by being an Australian Citizen – This is a mandatory requirement.
- Have experience with UPS and/or generators
- Have a reasonable level of IT skills
- Have either structured data cabling endorsements or split system refrigeration licence would be desirable, but not required.
About Secure Bits
Secure Bits is a rapidly growing and private (family) owned business. We have offices in Canberra and Melbourne as well as an apartment in Sydney that provides a base as required. Our customer base is predominantly government or government related and is focused on Critical Infrastructure, this includes data centres, air & sea ports, government facilities and hospitals etc.
We have a great approach to teaching and learning internally and a strong team.
Our work is critical & exciting (for those with a problem solving and engineering mindset).
https://www.securebits.com.au/
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
- How many years' experience do you have as an Infrastructure Technician?
- Do you hold a current electrical licence?
- Do you hold a Construction Induction Safety certificate (White Card)?
- Do you have a current drivers license
- Have you worked in a role which requires fault finding experience?