Technician/Electrician - Radio Broadcasting

We seek an enthusiastic, creative, experienced Technician/Electrician to join our Team.

You will join Australia’s largest national Christian media ministry. The successful applicant will need strong organisational alignment, integrity, and passion for using their technical acumen to reach people and explore Australia. This is more than just a job; it is a personal calling and a ministry opportunity.

The opportunity

This is not your ordinary technical role! 

We can promise that your days will be spent meeting wonderful people, finding cost-effective, innovative solutions to technical matters, scaling new heights (literally), cockatoo-proofing transmitter equipment, and finding the best bakeries across Australia as you travel to maintain and expand our terrestrial radio network. This role will challenge you, and if you are willing to learn new skills and gain new experiences, you will find more than just a job; for the right candidate, you will find an Organisation where you can truly make a difference and be part of something extraordinary.

About Vision Christian Media  

Vision Christian Media is a ministry organisation dedicated to bringing the Good News of the Gospel through media to every corner of Australia and beyond since 1988. People tune in, turn on and follow Vision for encouragement, uplifting music, and compelling messages through broadcast radio, printed and digital publications, and streamed podcasts and videos through our apps, websites and social media. We also operate a syndicated national news service, prayer helpline, and online store. All to help people look to God daily. https://vision.org.au/about-us

Role skills and requirements

Our desired candidate will be able to satisfy most of the following:

• Ability to work full-time with flexibility and a love for travel.
• Electrical trade qualifications or tertiary qualifications in electronics. 
• Knowledge of spectrum analysers, waveform monitors and related tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. 
• High and lower power FM and AM transmitter and transmission systems experience. 
• Practical experience and proficiency in electronic repairs to component level in RF transmission plant, audio and other related radio broadcast systems. 
• Familiarity with and experience in satellite technology. 
• Project management experience.
• Good communication skills and unquestionable attention to technical details. 
• A drive for quality workmanship with a strong focus on safety and compliance whilst maintaining a solid teamwork ethos.
• Strong understanding and compliance with WH&S requirements and expectations and ability to obtain a Blue Card.
• Technical and WH&S tickets, such as Working at Heights, Testing and Tagging and First Aid Certification.
• Alignment with our core values and beliefs https://vision.org.au/core-beliefs. 

How to apply

If this position sounds like you, and you would like to join our team in sunny Queensland, please forward us your cover letter and resume by following the Seek application process by midnight Sunday, 24th March 2024.

 Applicants are required to:

Applicants are required to:

1. Submit your cover letter (at most 2 x A4 pages) outlining your fit to:
   • the role, 
   • and organisation. 
2. Provide a current resume outlining your qualifications, skills, work history and experiences relevant to this role.

Please note:

• Only applicants who have the right and ability to work in Australia are eligible to apply.
• Obtaining a National Police Check will be part of this employment opportunity and will be obtained before any offer of employment is made.
• We encourage early application as the position will be filled once the right candidate is identified.