Field Technician / Electrician - Telecommunications

About the role

Ventia is looking for a Field Technician Electrician to deliver maintenance, fault response and remediation across telecommunications network infrastructure in Northern Tasmania. The role is autonomous in the field but also part of a broader technical team, keeping network performance, reliability and safety running. It suits people with residential, commercial or industrial electrical backgrounds who want exposure to telecommunications infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance, fault finding and remediation on telecommunications infrastructure
• Troubleshoot AC power systems, power supplies, generators, nodes and wireless network assets
• Carry out inspections, testing and restoration works to ensure network reliability
• Undertake aerial and field-based activities in line with safety and quality requirements
• Use digital systems to manage work orders, reporting and compliance documentation

Required profile

• A Grade Electrical Licence
• Driver's licence
• Experience in electrical maintenance, fault finding and troubleshooting environments
• Background in residential, commercial or industrial electrical work
• Ability to work autonomously in the field and travel throughout Northern Tasmania as required
• Desirable: MR licence, High Risk Work Licence for EWP 11m+, Working at Heights, Pole Top Rescue and/or LV Rescue

What we offer

• $49.91 per hour plus superannuation, overtime and EBA penalties
• Permanent full-time position with tool of trade vehicle, tools and equipment provided
• Structured training, upskilling and career development
• Benefits including retail discounts, travel offers, novated leasing and private health discounts, plus wellbeing initiatives such as Fitness Passport