HF Node Maintenance Supervisor

About the role

We are currently seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Node Maintenance Supervisor located within our Riverina site. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all maintenance activities at each node site for the delivery of Maintenance Support Services to the existing Defence High Frequency Communications System (DHFCS). You will play a crucial role in ensuring the operational integrity of the system and supporting the implementation and operation of the upgraded Enhanced Defence High Frequency Communications System (EDHFCS).

About you

You are a meticulous and proactive technician with a keen eye for detail and a dedication to ensuring the reliability of critical communication systems. Your hands-on experience in carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance activities has honed your troubleshooting skills, allowing you to effectively identify and address system failures and reliability issues. You will have a strong understanding of the operational requirements of ACMS, transmitters, receivers, and associated control equipment, and you are committed to ensuring they always perform optimally.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

• Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain Commonwealth Security Clearance  
• Relevant telecommunications experience, ideally within a defence environment
• Ability to work in a tight knit team within a rotating shift roster

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you   

• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;   
• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;   
• You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;   
• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus wellbeing leave;   
• You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.   

Who we are  Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.   

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,500 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.   

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:   

• Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;   
• Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;   
• Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;  • Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Mission & Support Systems business.   

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.   

To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.au   

Job req #61288

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.   

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks.  These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.   

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