At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and troubleshoot critical telecommunications infrastructure across Central Queensland.
- Company: Join Ventia, a leading services provider in Australia and New Zealand.
- Benefits: Enjoy a permanent role with a tool of trade vehicle and great employee perks.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team that values diversity and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your skills in a dynamic field environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in telecommunications or field maintenance is preferred; strong problem-solving skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Help deliver essential operations and maintenance services that keep critical telecommunications infrastructure operating across Central Queensland. Based in Mackay, you will support the reliability of the REEF fibre network, exchange facilities, transmission systems and power infrastructure. This is a hands-on, field-based role involving planned maintenance, fault response, network restoration and stakeholder coordination across a diverse asset portfolio.
Working largely autonomously, you will diagnose and coordinate the resolution of network and equipment faults, support third-party works, and supervise subcontractors where required. Due to the critical nature of the network, occasional after-hours response to service outages and faults will be required.
About The Role
- Completing planned maintenance across fibre networks, exchange facilities, transmission equipment, generators, batteries, UPS systems and associated infrastructure
- Responding to faults, service outages, asset strikes and network restoration activities
- Diagnosing equipment and network faults and coordinating timely resolution
- Supporting BYDA enquiries and third-party works to protect network assets
- On occasion supervising subcontractors undertaking civil, hauling, fibre splicing and testing activities
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with contractual, regulatory and environmental requirements
- Building effective relationships with clients, stakeholders and internal teams
What We're Looking For
You will be a self-motivated and safety-focused professional who enjoys working in a field-based environment and takes pride in delivering reliable outcomes. You will bring:
- Experience in telecommunications, utilities, critical infrastructure or field maintenance environments
- Strong problem-solving, communication and stakeholder management skills
- The ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities
- A proactive approach to safety, continuous improvement and customer service
- A willingness to learn and develop technical skills across a diverse asset portfolio
Highly Regarded (we welcome your application if you do not possess the below)
- Fibre optic, transmission, exchange or carrier network infrastructure knowledge
- Exposure to Optical Transmission Systems, Ethernet/IP, SDH/PDH or DWDM technologies
- Understanding of DC power systems, batteries, UPS systems and standby generators
- Ability to review BYDA plans and utilise cable locating equipment
About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential. Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.
Field Manager employer: Ventia
Ventia is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, particularly in the dynamic field of telecommunications. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor and lead a talented design team while working on impactful projects across Queensland. The hybrid work model offers flexibility, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively, making Ventia a rewarding place to advance your career.
