Telco Field Technician

ACCOUNTABILITY thrives here
WHY BAI COMMUNICATIONS
It’s an exciting time to be part of BAI Communications. As a leading communications infrastructure provider, our technical excellence is sought after around the world. Building on our ground-breaking achievements, we continue to expand our operations, helping connect people, support communities and advance economies.
At BAI Communications, we keep Australians, from the cities to the outback, connected, and the significance of what we do is felt by everyone.
Our critical communications team actively protect our sites and keep services on air. We work alongside authorities, to operate the NSW Government Radio Network and provide life-line communications to NSW Telco Authority emergency service providers who manage public safety.
We are incredibly proud by the commitment, hard work and leadership our people show every day. Our trusted Field Service teams ensure continuity of our network. Our highly skilled Operators keep the public informed during times of crisis and react quickly to changing operational requirements of a demanding complex network. Our deep engineering, delivery and operational capability make us the partner of choice for the government and industry stakeholders alike.
During times of crisis, such as bushfire or cyclone season, our people travel from around the country to support this critical work. We care for our People. Volunteers for local Fire Service or State Emergency Services are provided with additional time off work at full pay for their volunteering activities. Hiring contractors fill gaps in our usual work and we are therefore always interested in hearing from people looking for permanent or casual work.
We continue to develop world-class solutions for new and emerging technologies. This includes planning for future network improvements which allow our customers to take advantage of technology innovation.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Telco Field Technician will work independently or under the direction of a Site Supervisor to install and commission infrastructure, communications and/or telecommunications systems to meet the time, cost, quality, and safety requirements of the project.
Key Responsibilities:

• Installation & commissioning of IBC/DAS infrastructure.
• Pre-wire, install, program, test and commission infrastructure, communications and/or telecommunications systems.
• Complete site design visits, site audits and inspections.
• Prepare for installations, review the scope and method of procedure, assemble equipment, materials, test equipment and tools to schedule with the Site Supervisor, Project Engineer and/or Project Manager.
• Support the Site Supervisor to co-ordinate site inductions, toolbox talks, inspections.
• Resolve site-based design and construction issues.
• Support site deliveries and staging of work - evaluating locations, plant/work access and laying-out equipment.
• Install and commission equipment and facilities to the provided design and scope for IBC/DAS infrastructure, communications, telecommunications and other systems.
• Verify correct functionality and optimal system performance by configuring and testing equipment and connections - identifying and correcting any issues.
• Operate plant (within licence requirements) as required to complete the installation.
• Work to process and procedures with respect to safety, quality of workmanship, progress of work and completion to scope.
• Provide engineering/technical advice as requested to BAI Communications departments and clients.
• Undertake the management of BAI, vendor and sub-contractor resources as required during site works where required.

Ensure test equipment and tools are within calibration, good working order and conform to the required standards.
ABOUT YOU

• Post-qualification experience in an operational or technical environment with P25 Radio / Telecommunications networks
• IBC/DAS Infrastructure, communications and/or telecommunications system installations
• Ability to analyse technical results and complex data
• Knowledge of RF and antenna systems
• Knowledge of site build provisioning
• Prior experience with installation of coax, copper and fibre cables, connectors, antennas, and couplers
• Confident in using hand tools
• Intermediate skills in computing and networking skills
• Tertiary Engineering qualification and/or practical experience (3+ years) in a technical role within mobile telecommunications
• Current drivers’ licence and ability and willingness to travel long distances and in remote regions in accordance with the demands of the position.(Mainly 3-5 day trips away at a time)
• Ability to operate a 4WD vehicle and willingness to obtain Defensive Driver and Trailer Towing competencies.
• Willing to work outside of normal business hours from time to time in order to complete tasks onsite.
• This is a physically active role suited to candidates of all genders who are fit, enjoys traveling by 4WD and working in remote environments.
• This role may be subject to pre-employment and routine medical assessment (with a suitable medical practitioner) to confirm fitness for duty.
• Australian Citizenship essential to obtain and maintain a baseline security clearance as a condition of employment

BENEFITS & CULTURE
At BAI, we embrace difference, and we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds, people with disability and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
We stand for being courageous and doing what matters, living by our core principles; One BAI Team, Customer First, Adapt and Learn and Drive Sustainable Growth, you will be provided with every opportunity to thrive at BAI.
Some of the reasons you should consider working with us include:

• Our people and a genuine sense of inclusion and belonging with a dedicated Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy, Champion Network, membership with the Diversity Council of Australia and access to resources and events.
• A focus on personal and professional development with an established performance framework and access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Access to flexible working arrangements, gender-neutral paid parental leave, study leave, purchased leave and charity and volunteer leave.
• A wellbeing agenda that includes access to health insurance, life, TPD and salary continuance insurances as well as an Employee Assistance Program and regular health care checks
• Rewarding high performance through a Performance Recognition Scheme and peer recognition program
• Access to a number of corporate rates and discounts and Novated Car Leases through SG Fleet
• We love that many of our new hires find their way to us via our Referral Program. This speaks volumes about our culture; and the fact that the employee is compensated is just a great by-product!

BAI Communications is a workplace where everyone can feel a sense of inclusion and belonging. If we can better support you to overcome any barriers during the selection process, including adjustments to the recruitment process or an alternative application pathway please contact HR@baicommunications.com.
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Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position. All applicants require current and valid working rights for Australia. Applications without valid working rights will be declined.
Agencies, please note: All BAI vacancies are managed by our internal Talent Acquisition Team. Should external assistance be required we will reach out to our preferred agency partners, Thank you.
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