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What Queensland Rail has to offer:
- 9 day fortnight - Mon-Fri, Mon-Thurs (3 day wkd every fortnight)
- Base salary between $81,000 - $101,000 + penalties + generous allowances + 12.75% super (dependant on quals & experience)
- Paid training and support to develop your experience
- All PPE & uniform supplied
- Strong focus on safety – we ‘work safe’ every day to ensure everyone goes ‘home safe’
Please click here for our full range of employee benefits.
About the team
With a position based at our Portsmith depot in Cairns, you'll join a small team of technicians, electricians and mechanical staff. As a technician based here, you will have the privilege of maintaining and servicing the equipment of a heritage listed Railway, the Kuranda Scenic Rail. Being a smaller depot, we all work together to service and maintain the equipment that contributes to the on time running of freight and passenger services, including opportunities to travel from Normanton to Cardwell.
About the role
As a Telecommunications Technician you will carry out the installation, maintenance and repair of telecommunications and electronic equipment. This role would be best suited to those who are experienced with radio systems, transmission systems and remote monitoring equipment. This is a varied role where no two days are the same. A great opportunity for those wanting to broaden their skillset across the Telecommunication trade and earn more whilst working “on call” and out in the field.
In this role you will:
- Install, maintain and repair telecommunication and electronic equipment
- Maintain records and associated documentation
- Report on actual work performed against the scheduled maintenance program
- Ensure all work is performed in accordance with Workplace Health and Safety requirements
- Ensure all work is performed in accordance with technical and operational specifications
About you
- Sound skill in the installation, maintenance and fault rectification of telecommunications equipment and systems
- Driver’s License
- Electronics Trade Certificate (similar qualifications in electronics considered)
- Must have capacity to travel and work within regional Queensland
- Must have the flexibility to work some overtime and weekends when required
For more details please click here to view the Position Description.
If this sounds like ideal opportunity for you, apply now!
Please apply to Telecommunications Technician - Cairns (7086) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) on Monday 1st of April 2024.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES:
You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution– Click here for more information
External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing. The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, pre-employment health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.
Supporting a Diverse Workforce
Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences. We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Nancy Sanday via the phone number or email below.
To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Nancy Sanday with your specific enquiry on nancy.sanday@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.
