Location: Australia Wide
Contract Duration
- 12-month initial contract
- Extension options up to 24 months
Australian Citizenship is mandatory/ Ability to obtain NV1
About the Role
As a Radio Technician Network Communications Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting and maintaining telecommunications and radio communications infrastructure, ensuring high availability, performance and security of critical communications systems.
You will work across a diverse technology environment including radio networks, telecommunications infrastructure, microwave, satellite and digital communications systems, while contributing to communications modernisation and capability uplift initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the operation and maintenance of mission-critical radio and communications networks.
- Administer and support P25, WAVE and related radio communications technologies.
- Install, configure, troubleshoot and maintain mobile radio and fixed-site communications equipment.
- Monitor network performance and investigate complex communications and infrastructure issues.
- Support telecommunications systems including:
- P25 Core
- Two-Way Radio Networks
- Voice Communications Systems
- Microwave Networks
- Satellite Communications
- Digital Data Systems
- Assist with communications infrastructure upgrades, deployments and technology refresh activities.
- Manage radio equipment lifecycle activities, including issue, return and asset management.
- Support encryption management and secure communications capabilities.
- Assist with the decommissioning of legacy communications sites and equipment.
- Engage with telecommunications vendors, service providers and technical stakeholders.
- Support communications projects, technology uplift initiatives and infrastructure modernisation activities.
- Deliver technical mentoring, knowledge transfer and training to operational and technical teams.
- Maintain accurate technical documentation and records.
Skills & Experience
To be successful, you will have experience in one or more of the following:
- Radio communications systems administration and support.
- Land Mobile Radio (LMR) environments.
- P25 radio networks and associated infrastructure.
- Telecommunications and communications network support.
- Fixed-site and mobile communications equipment.
- Network monitoring, fault diagnosis and incident resolution.
- Microwave, satellite or RF communications technologies.
- Communications infrastructure installation and maintenance.
- Secure communications and encryption technologies.
- Vendor management and stakeholder engagement.
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Radio Technician Network Communications in Canberra employer: Ignite
Ignite offers an exceptional work environment for Web Developers in Canberra, providing the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that impact the community through public-facing applications. With a strong focus on employee growth, modern tooling, and a collaborative culture, Ignite ensures that team members are supported in their professional development while enjoying the benefits of working within a Federal Government agency. The location in Canberra not only provides a vibrant city atmosphere but also access to various government resources and networking opportunities.
