Communications Technician

at  Shoalhaven City Council

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

To be successful in the position, you will be/ possess:

• Certificate III or equivalent in Electronics or related field.
• Post trade training in one or more specialist fields (ongoing).
• The following licences / registrations or demonstrated ability to obtain:
• Data Cabling Registration (with Cat 5, Coaxial, fibre Optic endorsements).
• Security Licence.
• Rigging Licence.
• Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Proof of Australian residency or citizenship.

Please refer to the Job Description for further criteria

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a permanent, full-time, Monday to Friday 7.00 am to 4.00 pm position working 38 hours per week. This position is located at the Shoalhaven Water Operations Depot, South Nowra.
The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

DUTIES

Reporting directly to the Coordinator – Communications, the focus of this position is to:

• Coordinate and complete multiple security/communications projects of a variety of complexities
• Installation and maintenance of Councils Communications equipment, including working at heights on communication towers and poles
• Provide design, installation, maintenance, and repair services for a wide variety of communication systems and electronic equipment including two-way radio, other electronic equipment, installation of cabling to AUSTEL standards, public address equipment and security systems.
• Supports the work group within Council to enable Council to function at an optimal level, working as part of a multifunctional team as well as independently.
• Supports continuous improvement by identifying improvements to processes and practices and supporting change.
• Contributes to work area planning and prioritises workloads to meet deadlines.

On call – Being available to be on-call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.