Qualified Communications Technician

JWM Networks is a fast-growing Specialist Telecommunications Contracting company based in Dampier, Western Australia that offers its employees on the job training and support.

For immediate start, we currently have a vacancy for a Qualified Communications Technician based out of our Dampier Office (FIFO from anywhere in Australia or Residential).

This would suit an experienced candidate interested in furthering their career in the telecommunications sector that encompasses a variety of networks and technologies.

The preferred candidate would have a large amount of experience on carrier networks (Specifically Telstra) and have experience working in the mining industry on FIFO rosters.

Responsibilities:

• Optic Fibre Splicing
• OTDR and insertion loss testing
• Fault finding
• Equipment installation and commissioning (Ciena, Ericsson) 
• DC Power System Installation and Commissioning
• Telstra workbooks
• Asbuilt documentation requirements

Requirements:

• Experience with Optical Fibre is required.
• Documented experience installing carrier grade transmission equipment is essential.
• Must have previous experience splicing in a mining and or carrier environment.
• Must have Australian citizenship and the ability to work in Australia.
• Must have an Australian manual driver’s license.
• Basic computer knowledge – ability to use Microsoft office suite.
• Use of hand tools
• Must have a willingness to learn and ability to work autonomously.
• Experience on the Telstra Network
• Current White card and First Aid/CPR certificate is also beneficial.
• Contactable References are a must.
• Ability to travel when required for short term project works.
• FIFO roster 2:1
• Must reside in Australia

$35.00 – $40.00 per hour plus penalties and benefits. With vehicle, Phone allowance and laptop.