Data Communications Technician
Join Equans ANZ's Growing Electrical & Communications Team in Adelaide
Competitive EBA remuneration | Fortnightly RDOs | Company Vehicle, Fuel Card & Mobile Phone | Company-Paid Life Insurance
Ready to build the networks that keep businesses, critical infrastructure and essential services connected?
At Equans ANZ, we're expanding our South Australian Electrical & Communications team and are looking for experienced Data Communications Technicians to join us on a range of exciting large-scale commercial, government, defence and infrastructure projects across Adelaide.
If you're passionate about delivering high-quality communications infrastructure, enjoy working on technically challenging projects, and want to be part of a team that values safety, quality and career development, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join Equans ANZ?
At Equans, you're more than just a number on a project.
You'll join a highly skilled team delivering critical electrical and communications solutions across some of Australia's most important facilities and infrastructure. We invest in our people, support career progression and reward hard work with industry-leading benefits.
What's In It For You?
✅ Competitive EBA remuneration package
✅ Fortnightly RDOs
✅ Weekly Redundancy Fund Contributions
✅ Income Protection Insurance for Illness or Injury
✅ Company Vehicle, Fuel Card & Mobile Phone
✅ Company-paid Life Insurance through TAL
✅ Penalty rates for night shift work
✅ Career development and training opportunities
✅ Discounted Medibank Private Health Insurance
✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
✅ Novated Leasing
✅ Paid Parental Leave
✅ Study Leave
✅ Volunteer Leave
About the Role
As a Data Communications Technician, you'll play a key role in delivering communications and network infrastructure projects across commercial, government and critical infrastructure environments throughout Adelaide.
Working alongside experienced electrical and communications professionals, you'll be involved in the installation, testing and commissioning of a range of structured cabling and communications systems while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Installation, termination and testing of structured cabling systems
- Fibre optic, coaxial and communications infrastructure works
- Testing, fault finding and commissioning of communications networks
- Reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications
- Working collaboratively to deliver projects safely and on schedule
- Supervising small work crews when required
- Maintaining compliance with company, client and industry standards
- Supporting delivery across commercial, government, defence and critical infrastructure projects
What We're Looking For
You are a motivated communications professional who takes pride in delivering quality workmanship and enjoys working in a team environment.
Essential Experience & Skills
- Experience installing and testing communications and structured cabling systems
- Strong understanding of commercial communications infrastructure
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and project documentation
- Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards
- Availability to work both day and night shifts
Highly Regarded
- Previous experience on defence, government or critical infrastructure projects
- Experience supervising small crews or acting as Leading Hand
- Retail project experience
- Australia Defence Force NV1 Security Clearance
- Australian Citizenship
Licences & Qualifications
Mandatory
- Current Driver's Licence
- White Card / Construction Induction Card
- EWP (Elevated Work Platform)
- Working at Heights
Highly Desirable
- Registered Cabler Licence
- Endorsements for:
- Structured Cabling
- Fibre Optic Cabling
- Coaxial Cabling
- Defence NV1 Clearance
About Equans ANZ
Equans Australia and New Zealand delivers integrated technical services, project solutions and facilities management across a diverse range of industries. Our people support some of the country's most significant commercial, industrial, government and critical infrastructure assets.
We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone is treated with fairness, respect and equal opportunity.
Learn more at www.equans.com.au
Ready to Connect Your Career?
If you're an experienced Data Communications Technician looking for your next opportunity with a global leader in technical services, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your current resume and become part of the Equans ANZ team helping build the networks of tomorrow.
Please note: Applicants must have full, unrestricted working rights in Australia. Australian Citizenship is required for many of our projects and will be highly regarded.
