Ventia is on the hunt for an experienced Field Area Manager to oversee telecommunications infrastructure projects across Victoria. Reporting to the Area Manager, you will lead field crews and subcontractors, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Cremorne, Melbourne VIC | Ventia Telecommunications – Core Networks
Lead. Deliver. Connect.
What is in for me?
Competitive remuneration + Southern Cross Health Insurance + Vehicle
Join a growing infrastructure services organisation
Supportive team environment and career development opportunities
The opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects
About the Role
You will be responsible for managing day-to-day field operations across civil and fibre network projects, coordinating resources, monitoring project progress, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and promote a strong safety-first culture across all field activities
Manage subcontractors and internal crews to achieve project outcomes
Oversee project delivery, scheduling, quality, productivity, and costs
Ensure compliance with Telstra standards, SH&E requirements, and contractual obligations
Complete daily reporting, project tracking, and as-built documentation
Engage with clients, property owners, and key stakeholders
Assist with project scoping, design, and tender submissions as required
About You
Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar telecommunications or civil construction leadership role
Strong understanding of Telstra Optical Fibre Networks, DBORs, DBYD plans, and construction drawings
Experience managing fibre deployment projects involving trenching, boring, and ploughing techniques
Proven ability to lead teams, manage subcontractors, and deliver projects safely and efficiently
Excellent communication, planning, and stakeholder management skills
Willingness to travel and work remotely when required
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
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Position Reference Number: 167943
