Broadcast Technician SA (Pimpala)
Core
Maintain and restore critical broadcast transmission infrastructure and RF communications systems across Australia's essential communications network.
Role type
Field broadcast technician (infrastructure maintenance)
Builds
Television, radio, and critical communication services for communities and emergency services
Domain
Telecommunications / Broadcasting / Critical Communications
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
RF technology, transmission systems maintenance, electronic systems fault diagnosis, preventative maintenance, commissioning, component-level repair, on-call roster management, contractor coordination
Preferred skills
Diploma in Electronic Engineering or Electrotechnology, experience with maintenance management systems, ability to interpret technical schematics
Technologies
RF technology, transmission systems, control equipment, maintenance management systems
Responsibilities
Maintain broadcast transmission systems and associated infrastructure; Diagnose and restore service outages; Perform preventative maintenance activities; Conduct proof-of-performance testing; Repair and fault-find transmission and control equipment; Commission new sites and infrastructure; Coordinate and supervise contractors working on-site
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC