Telecommunications Field Engineer
Visa sponsorship
Engineering · Brisbane, QLD, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
From tower upgrades to carrier handover, this Brisbane Telecommunications Field Engineer role centres on bringing network infrastructure into service. The contractor delivers major carrier projects across Australia, and the position combines RF integration, equipment commissioning and fault resolution with work alongside engineering and field colleagues.
Travel includes metropolitan, regional and remote project sites. You will document test results and acceptance while following site permits, safety controls and quality procedures. Employer sponsorship is available for suitably qualified overseas applicants who meet Australian migration requirements.
Set out your rigging and safety certifications alongside equipment commissioned and carrier acceptance work. Create a network commissioning application with Build AI CV.
Key Responsibilities
- Integrate RF and transmission systems, test performance and complete commissioning through carrier handover
- Install and activate antennas, radios, microwave links, feeders, outdoor cabinets and associated network hardware
- Assist tower upgrades, structural modifications, equipment installations and infrastructure expansion
- Document commissioning, test results and carrier acceptance to industry standards
- Diagnose and resolve faults arising during installation, integration and commissioning
- Follow permits, risk controls, safety processes and quality assurance procedures
- Attend metropolitan, regional and remote sites as projects require
- Coordinate delivery with engineering, project and field teams
Requirements & Eligibility
- Practical Telecommunications Field Engineer experience, including strong RF and transmission integration expertise
- Previous telecommunications commissioning and preparation of carrier acceptance documents
- A current Intermediate or Advanced Rigging qualification; current Working at Heights, Elevated Work Platform (EWP) and First Aid certifications
- Experience involving telecommunications towers, structural steel installations or infrastructure upgrades
- Willingness to travel extensively within Australia, including regional and remote locations
- A current Driver's licence; additional heavy vehicle licences or relevant industry tickets are advantageous
- Knowledge of Australian telecommunications industry safety and quality standards
- Excellent fault-solving, communication and teamworking capability
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