Energy Queensland and our operational brands - Energex, Ergon Energy Network, Ergon Energy Retail and Yurika are growing rapidly and as part of the (QEJP) Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan, actively helping to advance the energy transition towards net zero.
We have a permanent opportunity for a Communications Technician to join the team located at Mackay.
Why choose to work for us? Strong 14.75% superannuation with a superannuation fund of your choice. More spending money with annual leave loading. Additional leave for health and wellbeing. Healthy work life balance on a 72 hour 9-day fortnight roster, more time for you. Secure employment, backed by a strong collective agreement, with yearly EBA increases. Support for your cultural and needs with cultural diversity leave options. Comprehensive income protection to ensure your financial security. Support and guidance with access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program. A Safety-First culture, the safety of our people, customers and communities is a core priority. Overtime paid at double time. About your role: As a Communications Technician you are responsible for undertaking installation, testing, repair, and commissioning tasks limited to complex electrical/electronic and communications system components in a Transmission related environment.
You'll develop and implement plant and equipment modifications to overcome identified problems.
You will also be required to perform asset inspection, audit maintenance and be responsible for the provision of a safe work environment through the identification, development, and implementation of risk control measures.
About you: Your stability as a team player with the confidence to build and maintain good working relationships in an integrated team is important to the success in this role and your ability to travel to undertake work and participate in an on-call roster.
Critical to your success in the role, you must have: A relevant communications trade certificate. A restricted electrical license. A Structured cabling license. You must be in the process or willing to obtain a AQF6 qualification (Associate Degree / Advanced Diploma) or equivalent in relevant Communications or Engineering field. Demonstrated knowledge of the operation, maintenance and safety requirements of Secondary Systems and Communications in a Transmission substation environment. Experience with some of the following telecommunications equipment but not limited to: IP Switching P25 Radio Systems SCADA interfacing technologies Optical fibre, splicing, installation, and testing PDH and SDH The following key desired attributes will also be considered in the application: AQF6 qualification (Associate Degree / Advanced Diploma) or equivalent in a relevant Communications or Engineering field or willing to work towards. Electrical Fitter and Mechanic License. High Risk Licenses, including Riggers, Doggers, Forklift and/or EWP. You will be required to respond to pre-employment medical questions.
What matters most to us is our values, We're Safe – We Belong - We Grow - We Deliver.
And these should matter to you too.
About us: Ergon Energy Network and Energex are part of the Energy Queensland group of companies, 100% owned by the state of Queensland.
Ergon Energy Network and Energex are our 'poles and wires' businesses, delivering electricity across Queensland.
Ready to Apply: If you are ready to help us shape the future of energy, please apply below with a current resume and a cover letter which highlights your motivation for the role.
Applications close: 5.00pm, Tuesday 19 November 2024. Further information, please contact Yolanda Manciagli, Recruitment Advisor.
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