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Join our team as a Telecommunications Field Technician and play a hands-on role in keeping our team connected. Delivering fast, reliable ICT support while installing and maintaining cutting-edge copper and fibre networks. If you thrive on solving problems and making technology work seamlessly for users, this is your chance to make an impact every day.
About the Role:
You will play a key role in keeping people and systems connected by delivering high-quality ICT support and maintaining essential telecommunications infrastructure. Working closely with the Network Manager, you’ll handle service requests, troubleshoot issues, and install and maintain copper and fibre networks along with driving reliable performance and continuous improvement across our communications systems.
Our Core Values
At McLean Farms, our values guide everything we do:
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We Care – We nurture our people, animals, environment, workplace, and community.
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We Are One Team – We work together towards a common goal in a respectful and effective manner.
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We Aim for Excellence – We strive to improve continuously.
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We Find a Way – We work together to find solutions to every challenge.
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We Do the Right Thing – We make decisions and choose behaviours based on what is right and what is wrong.
What You’ll Do
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Install and configure wireless, cellular, Wi-Fi, and enterprise IT infrastructure, including switches and routers.
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Design, implement, and optimise wireless, Wi-Fi, and satellite network solutions.
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Conduct preventive maintenance and diagnose issues across network infrastructure.
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Install, patch, and troubleshoot data network components to ensure optimal performance.
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Perform field testing and prepare detailed commissioning reports for new deployments.
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Prepare, splice, and terminate a range of cabling types, including copper and fibre.
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Carry out testing using OTDR and power meter equipment.
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Identify faults and perform timely repairs to restore service.
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Execute installation and maintenance tasks in compliance with safety standards and service level agreements (SLAs).
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Collaborate with and supervise subcontractors where required.
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Build, install, and maintain physical rack infrastructure across multiple sites.
What We Offer
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A family-friendly, welcoming team environment.
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A stable and secure role in a growing industry.
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Work that makes a difference, contributing to Australia’s food supply.
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Additional Birthday Leave on top of your 4 weeks annual leave.
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2 dozen Eggs per fortnight.
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Assistance to reach your full potential & accomplishing your goals.
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Comprehensive, ongoing training provided.
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Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
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Reward and Recognition Program.
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Company hosted social events, including BBQs and team gatherings.
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A safe, inclusive, values-driven workplace.
Requirements of this role
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ACMA Cabling licence with Endorsements is desirable but not essential.
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Experience providing first and second-level ICT support and managing service desk functions.
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Proficiency in installing and maintaining wireless, cellular, Wi-Fi, and enterprise IT infrastructure, including switches and routers.
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Familiarity with using testing equipment such as OTDR and Power Meters.
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Experience with troubleshooting and preventive maintenance of network assets and components.
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Proven ability to conduct field testing and produce commissioning reports for new installations.
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Team player with good communication skills.
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Current “C” class driver’s license.
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Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
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Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
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Demonstrated time management, attention to detail, self-motivation, and professional skills commensurate with the role.
Why McLean Farms?
Joining McLean Farms means becoming part of a family-oriented team that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence. We offer a supportive work environment where your contributions are recognised, and professional growth is encouraged.
To learn more about McLean Farms and what we do, please visit our website: www.mcleanfarms.au
Apply Now
To learn more about McLean Farms and what we do, please visit our website: www.mcleanfarms.au.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia to apply.
You must not have any birds, pigs or poultry at home, and you must not regularly come into contact with birds, pigs or poultry in order to work at McLean Farms.
Please ensure that you have read the Bio-Security Document on the right-hand side.
To proceed with employment shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a Pre-employment functional assessment and Drug and Alcohol testing.
