Communications Technician

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com.

It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

We are offering you:

• Permanent full-time position with competitive remuneration

• Rewards & Recognition Program

• Discounted health insurance with Medibank

• Novated Leasing with Custom Fleet

• Lifestyle discounts with Woolworths, Coles, Avis, Quest, Accor Hotels etc

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

How will you make a difference?

As a key Member of the Wabtec Control Systems Team, the purpose of Telecommunication Technicians is to carry out the installation, maintenance and repair of telecommunications and electronic equipment and report on the performance and condition of the telecommunication asset to ensure safe and effective operation.

Where is the position located?

In Regional Queensland flying from Brisbane Airport to Mackay, however open to applicants residing in other Australian States. 

What will your typical day look like? 

• Install, maintain and repair telecommunication and electronic equipment in accordance with predefined work programs

• Assist with the repair and adjust mechanical signaling equipment

• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with Workplace Health and Safety requirements and legislative policies including work activities performed by subordinate employees

• Report on work performed against the scheduled work program, and report any equipment performance and condition irregularities

• Progress the implementation and application of work procedures and practices in pursuit of ensuring continuous quality improvement

• Undertake all tasks and activities in a safe manner in accordance with relevant SWP’s

What do we want to know about you? 

• Telecommunications Technician - Trade Certificate

• ACMA Open Cabler Registration

• Experience in railway telecommunications equipment and systems

• Experience with Tetra and Cisco systems

• RIW (Rail Industry Worker) Card

• SARC (Safety Access Rail Corridor) Competency Certificate 

• Current full Manual C Class Driver’s License 

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.