Permanent employment opportunity
Talent pool creation from this recruitment process to fill future ongoing and temporary vacancies across multiple locations across NSW. We encourage you to apply and be considered for these opportunities.
Generous salary packaging options to help you increase your take home pay up to $9k for living expenses + novated leasing.
About the opportunity
Reporting to the Manager, Radio and Telecommunications, you'll be primarily responsible within your geographical area for ensuring the 24x7 operation, maintenance and support of the NSW Ambulance digital and analogue Private Mobile Radio (PMR), related assets such as mobile and portable radios including connectivity to the Public Safety Network (PSN), satellite phones, and supporting ICT infrastructure at stations and control centres. The Technician may from time-to-time perform this primary responsibility in areas outside of their area of responsibility at the request of the Manager Telecommunications.
A critical aspect of the role is the 24x7 Operational support of telecommunications during significant incidents and events, for example bush fires and adverse weather.
Please refer to the Role Description for further information.
Where you will be working
Working in one of the major regional centres in the Northern Rivers region - Lismore. offers a unique lifestyle in the region, combining a strong sense of community with a relaxed and scenic environment. Known for its natural beauty, vibrant local culture, and proximity to coastal towns and national parks, Lismore provides an excellent work-life balance. The region offers affordable living compared to metropolitan areas, a growing healthcare and community services sector, and access to excellent recreational, educational, and lifestyle opportunities.
About you
You are a proactive, experienced telecommunications technician with a strong work ethic, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for supporting frontline emergency services. You are comfortable working independently across varied locations and handling high-pressure situations calmly and professionally.
You will bring:
- A proactive approach to fault finding, maintenance, and system reliability.
- A strong safety mindset with a commitment to WHS practices and procedures.
- The flexibility and resilience to be part of a 24/7 support roster, including response to emergencies and natural disasters.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to document and manage assets accurately.
A continuous improvement mindset, with a desire to stay current in emerging technologies and best practices within the telecommunications and ICT fields.
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How to apply
Please respond to the below two questions (max 4000 characters including spaces) and submit this with your CV and other required information.
Question 1: Describe a situation in which you had a challenge adapting to a new duty, responsibility, person, or process. How did you adapt?
Question 2: While on site at a critical NSW Ambulance facility, you discovered that the air-conditioning unit is leaking water onto the floor in the ICT equipment room. What would your next steps be?
Additional Information
- NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
- Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing.
- Eligibility lists and talent pools may be created and used to fill ongoing and temporary vacancies over the next 18 months at the same, or other locations, that are at the same grade and capability level.
- Applicants are expected to provide responses that reflect their own knowledge, experience, and understanding of the role.
Any AI assisted content should still reflect your own capability; candidates may be asked to discuss or demonstrate examples during interview.
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Conditions
- There is no entitlement to Transferred Employees Benefit (TEB) or travel allowance associated with this opportunity.
- No NSW Ambulance accommodation is provided.
- Employees currently undertaking an Extended Care Paramedic or Intensive Care Paramedic consolidation periods are eligible to apply however will need to complete all training and return of service obligations before accepting any relief/acting opportunities.
- Employees currently undertaking a Special Operations Team (SOT) consolidation period are not eligible to apply for positions other than SOT positions. This includes positions offered via merit selection, transfer lists or later transfer mechanism, expressions of interest or secondments.
If you are currently a Paramedic or in a role that is covered by the NSW Ambulance Death and Income Protection Benefits (State) Award 2022, please ensure that you have sought advice prior to accepting this position. For further information please contact Paramedic Insurance via [email protected]
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Contact Information
- NSW Ambulance is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from women, Aboriginal peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, refugees, people of diverse genders and sexuality and people with a disability.
- If you are an Aboriginal Person and wish to obtain more information about applying for the role with NSW Ambulance, please contact our Aboriginal Workforce Engagement Coordinator via [email protected] or visit Stepping Up. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health.
- If you wish to discuss any adjustments to the recruitment process to present your best self, please contact [email protected]
- If you have any questions about this role, please contact Mark Pearce on [email protected]
Position Title: Technician ICT Telecommunications
Employment Type: Permanent Full-time
Salary Range: $99,458 per annum + 12% super and benefits (Sole Electronics Tech)
Location: Lismore
Application Close: Midnight on 21 June 2026
