Technical Specialist Routing and Switching at nbn® Australia

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IP/MPLS, RSVP, LDP, LAG/MC-LAG, QoS, PBB, VPLS, VPWS, SOAM, OSPF-TE, BGP, IS-IS, Nokia SROS, Cisco IOS-XR, Splunk, SQL

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

Job Expectations Build your career and Australia’s future. Not many people can say they are working on building Australia’s future. With us you’ll be doing just that, leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus, there’s equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements. We have an exciting opportunity at nbn, as Technical Specialist- Routing & Switching reporting to Executive Manager Network Operations Support. A bit about your role The role of the Technical Specialist is multifaceted, encompassing responsibilities in both the Network Engineering and Production Engineering divisions. The specialist is tasked with maintaining the health of the Production Network, providing technical guidance, and supporting the Operations Support Routing & Switching team. They interface with vendors for defect fixes and upgrades, participate in RFP processes, and provide technical input to ensure alignment with nbn's operational requirements. The role also involves supporting network projects, managing software and hardware lifecycles, and resolving complex service incidents. Furthermore, the specialist maintains open communication with stakeholders, upholds operational performance metrics within WBA SLA, and collaborates with various teams to improve production design and resolve design defects. A bit about you The Technical Specialist role is required to possess substantial experience in Telecommunications or IT, particularly in highly technical domains. The candidate should be adept at resolving incident and problem tickets in a telecommunications and service provider network. They should possess extensive knowledge in areas such as IP/MPLS, RSVP, LDP, LAG/MC-LAG, QoS (HPOL, HQOS), PBB, VPLS, VPWS, SOAM (IEEE 802.1ag and ITU-T Y.1731), OSPF-TE, BGP, IS-IS. Proficiency in Nokia SROS (7750-SR2S, 7450, 7210 SAS-R/K), Nokia NFMP, Cisco IOS-XR (ASR-9K), and Cisco EPNM is essential. The role also requires solid problem-solving and decision-making skills, negotiation and interpersonal skills to manage conflicts and pressure. Knowledge in Splunk, SQL queries and basic XML/java/python is an added advantage. In terms of practical, specialist, and technical skills, the role demands high attention to detail, process-driven approach, high-level negotiation skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. The candidate should have exposure to telecommunication tools & systems. Strong problem-solving, decision-making, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are essential, along with advanced planning and organising abilities. Life at nbn To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them. A more inclusive working world nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Gold Employer for three years running, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women. We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing recruitment@nbnco.com.au or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at +61 2 8918 9990. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website. Where to from here? We encourage you to apply even if you feel that you do not meet all of the above qualifications. Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to break that statistic and to apply. No one ever meets 100% of the requirements. We look forward to your application! Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed. Please note that this is a permanent opportunity and applications for this role will close at midnight, Monday, 23rd Feb 2026 To be eligible to apply for this role, you should have valid working rights in Australia. Worker Type Permanent Time Type Full time nbn is the team behind the design, build and operation of the nbn™ network - one of Australia’s largest technology infrastructure projects, which will help better connect Australians with each other and the rest of the world, no matter where you live. But the nbn™ network is so much more than access to fast internet. A state of the art communications network opens up a world of possibilities in areas such as education, business, innovation, healthcare, flexibility, and entertainment. It will help ensure our digital future, and give Australians benefits we can all enjoy, for decades to come. At nbn, you’ll work with inspirational leaders and innovators in their field, help take on engaging and exciting work, and seek original solutions to new challenges every day. Things move quickly at nbn, and opportunities present themselves all the time. At nbn, you have an incredible chance to broaden your skills and widen your horizons. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to accelerate your career, and shape your own future, along with Australia’s. To apply, please follow the links and submit your resume. No cover letter or selection criteria is required.

Responsibilities

The specialist maintains the health of the Production Network, provides technical guidance, and supports the Operations Support Routing & Switching team, interfacing with vendors for fixes and upgrades. This role also involves supporting network projects, managing lifecycles, and resolving complex service incidents while upholding WBA SLA performance metrics.