Position Description
Position Title: Telecommunication Line Technician
Employer: Ishaan Telecom Pty Ltd
Business Location: 4/59 Roberts Street, South Kalgoorlie, WA, 6430
Salary: AU$80,000 – AU$100,000
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Business Nature: Telecommunications infrastructure services, primarily engaged in NBN network installation, maintenance, and repair projects.
Position Purpose: The Telecommunication Line Technician will be responsible for the installation maintenance, and repair of external telecommunications network cabling and related infrastructure across aerial underground, and fibre networks. The role involves ensuring that all network construction and maintenance activities comply with NBN standards, technical specifications, and safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities
√ Install, maintain, and repair external telecommunication equipment, including aerial lines, conduits, underground cabling, fibre distribution hubs, and related NBN assets.
√ Read and interpret work drawings, project specifications, and network designs to determine appropriate installation and connection points for telecommunications equipment.
√ Locate and diagnose faults in telecommunications systems using specialised testing tools such as optical time-domain reflectometers (OTDRs), voltmeters, and transmission measuring equipment.
√ Perform cable splicing, jointing, termination, and testing for copper and fibre optic networks, ensuring performance integrity and compliance with NBN standards.
√ Join cables, apply appropriate sheathing protection using thermoplastic or sealing compounds, and ensure proper insulation and moisture prevention.
√ Erect, test, and maintain aerial and underground cabling systems, radio antennae, and equipment supporting fixed-line and wireless telecommunications services.
√ Conduct fibre optic network installations and backhaul connectivity for 4G and 5G infrastructure, ensuring reliable transmission and alignment with civil works standards.
√ Collaborate with project engineers, site supervisors, and clients to address technical issues, verify installation quality, and ensure project deadlines are met.
√ Supervise and train field technicians and subcontractors in safe work methods, fibre splicing, structured cabling, and telecommunications installation practices.
√ Prepare site reports, test documentation, and job completion records for quality assurance and compliance verification.
√ Manage resource allocation on-site, including materials, tools, and subcontractor performance, to ensure efficient and cost-effective project delivery.
√ Adhere to all relevant occupational health and safety policies, performing work in accordance with risk management and NBN-approved procedures.
Key Skills and Requirements
√ Proven field experience in telecommunications infrastructure projects, including NBN or similar network deployments.
√ Proficiency in fibre optic installations, jointing, testing, and network fault rectification.
√ Strong understanding of telecommunications standards, safe work practices, and environmental management procedures.
√ Trade qualification or equivalent experience in telecommunications or related field.
√ A bachelor’s qualification in Telecommunication or Electronics is highly preferable.
√ Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in telecommunications infrastructure, including fibre optic installations, splicing, and civil works.