Radio Technician

About this role

Be part of the wider Regional Bushfire & Emergency Management (BEM) Team responsible for maintaining the capability required to meet readiness and response arrangements for bushfires on public land.

As the Radio Technician you will coordinate maintenance, installation, and development of fire program radio communications equipment within the Port Phillip Region including fixed infrastructure, mobile and portable units across towers, antennas, offices, vehicles, and fire ground equipment.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Good knowledge and understanding of the Departments radio communications requirements and the requirements of fire and emergency management, together with an understanding of the type of systems utilised by the department.
• Experience with radio configuration and equipment specific network systems that DELWP utilise.
• Understanding of the application of theoretical concepts of radio network coverage and interaction with other networks and terrain.
• Experience in radio installation and repairs in vehicles, plant, equipment, offices and towers across the State.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Knoxfield with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at midnight on Wednesday, 8 January 2025.

Other relevant information:

For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check. 

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. 

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.