Radio communications technician

We have an opportunity with a leading Engineering Consultancy firm who are looking for a Radio Communications Technician. Our client is after skilled professionals to join their growing team, focusing on the maintenance and repair of communication and telemetry equipment.

This role requires a strong understanding of technology and its ever-evolving nature. This includes staying up-to-date with advancements in the industry, as well as continuously learning about new systems and equipment.

Responsibilities:

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting scheduled inspections, servicing, adjustments, troubleshooting, and timely repairs.
• Providing reliable and accurate expertise in RF radio, fibre optic and telemetry networks.
• Ensuring optimal performance and reliability of equipment and tools to maximize return on assets.
• Maintaining a thorough understanding of all task instructions and procedures, ensuring consistent adherence during maintenance tasks.
• Executing communication plans
• Completing all administrative processing requirements related to maintenance duties.
• Demonstrating full compliance with OHS and Environmental Systems standards.

Required Skills and Experience:

• RIW card (Rail Industry Workers Card)
• WiFi experience
• Fiber Optic
• UE installations (mobile device, such as a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or other type of wireless device that is used to access the network)
• 2-way radio troubleshooting and programming for digital radios - P25 and DMR Systems
• The need to provide their own PPE & tools including ladders, etc.
• Vehicle proximity systems.
• Citect SCADA systems.
• Schneider control systems.
• Satellite television/digital systems.
• Motorola TRBONET Digital Radio System.
• VHF and UHF communication systems (leaky feeder).
• IP Network planning and configuration
• Microwave and/or satellite communications links.
• Troubleshooting complex electronic circuits.
• Wattmeter's, Spectrum Analyzers, Vector Network Analyzers, OTDR's Fusion Splicers, Oscilloscopes and Multi-meters.
• Terminating, Cat5, RJ11, Coax, Fiber (Fuse on Connectors) and D-Shell Connectors.
• Cert III in Electronics and Communications or equivalent.
• Restricted Electrical Licence and Registered Cabler License (endorsed Co-axial, Fibre and structured cabling).

Eligibility

To be eligible for this opportunity, our client has requested candidates to have full working rights in Australia.

Location and Contract Term

This role is open to candidates who are located in Perth. The opportunity is a 3 month contract with 6-to-10-month extension.

How to Apply

Call Lisa Berjak on email: OR Melissa Mula on email: for any further information. Applications close Friday the 14 June 2024 at 9:00 am.