The Opportunity
Ventia has an opportunity for a Telecommunication Rigger to join our Wireless Network team in Regency Park, Adelaide, on a fixed-term contract until April 2027.
Reporting to the Field Manager, you’ll work alongside our experienced crew on major installations and modifications of existing Co-Lo and Greenfield telecommunications sites. You’ll contribute to various mobile, fixed wireless, and broadcast projects for leading carriers across South Australia.
This hands-on role requires regular travel, overtime, and periods away from home, supporting vital infrastructure projects across the region.
Benefits
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Full-time fixed-term role based at our Regency Park depot (with potential for ongoing opportunities).
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Flexible, supportive and inclusive team culture where you truly matter.
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Access to a range of health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health insurance and an employee assistance program
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VenPerks: exclusive discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia, spanning everyday essentials, travel, and lifestyle.
Key responsibilities (include but are not limited to)
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Upgrading and modifying existing wireless telecommunications sites, including mobile, fixed wireless, and broadcast infrastructure.
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Installing and erecting steelwork, monopoles, towers, and other structures on both Greenfield and Co-Lo sites.
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Installing, terminating, and testing hybrid cables, feeders, mobile/broadcast antenna systems, RRUs, and Microwave Links.
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Conducting PIM testing, sweep testing, distance-to-fault analysis, fibre testing, bird-proofing and waterproofing of connectors.
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Installing and maintaining antenna and feeder cables on monopoles and towers.
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Reading and interpreting construction and as-built drawings to complete works in accordance with specification and standards.
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Performing rigging and general site work, including constructability inspections and scope assessments.
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Operating and maintaining tools and equipment in line with safety, efficiency, and calibration procedures.
About You
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Telecommunications Rigger with strong knowledge of industry practices and safety standards. (Experience with NBN Wireless, Optus, and TPG desirable)
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Hold a current Rigging certificate. (A basic rigging ticket is essential, with intermediate or advanced qualifications highly regarded)
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Valid Australian driver’s licence. (MR or HR desirable)
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Certified in Working at Heights and Tower Rescue, capable of working up to 80m.
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Skilled in EWP use and antenna/feeder installations, including hybrid cables and steel structures.
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Strong understanding of earthing requirements, RadHaz/EME awareness, and interpreting technical drawings.
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Flexible with travel and overtime; willing to work away from home on a regular/ongoing basis.
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Ability to successfully complete pre-employment checks, including but not limited to a National Police Check and in-clinic medical (including drug and alcohol testing).
About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.
How to apply
Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.
Position Reference Number: 167547
