Business Unit:

Cubic Defense

Company Details:

When you join Cubic, you become part of a company that creates and delivers technology solutions in transportation to make people’s lives easier by simplifying their daily journeys, and defense capabilities to help promote mission success and safety for those who serve their nation. Led by our talented teams around the world, Cubic is committed to solving global issues through innovation and service to our customers and partners.

We have a top-tier portfolio of businesses, including Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS) and Cubic Defense (CD). Explore more on Cubic.com.

Job Details:

JOB SUMMARY: Reporting to the 2IC Field Services the Field Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting maintenance activities as directed. The Field Maintenance Technician is required to understand the functionality of all CTC-LIS equipment, providing technical support ongoing availability requirements.  The Field Maintenance Technician is responsible for the preparation, deployment and maintenance of CTC-LIS Relay Stations including diagnoses and repair of telecommunications equipment (UHF, microwave and LTE) and basic servicing and maintenance of diesel-powered generators.

This role requires the incumbent to spend significant time deployed away from Townsville to various Australian Army and Non-Defence Training Areas. The Field Maintenance Technician works in a small team environment, providing 24-hour coverage for maintenance activities during the Force-on Force phase of each Exercise.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

BPT to deputize for the 2IC Field Services in periods of absence. BPT assume leadership role within small team environment during field deployments. Conduct inspections, maintenance and associated repairs of CTC-LIS instrumentation equipment. BPT to provide technical advice and assistance during instrumentation function checking phases. Conduct Pre deployment readiness checks of CTC-LIS telemetry and mechanical equipment as directed. Maintain CTC-LIS telemetry equipment/equipment as directed, including during Field Deployments. Service and conduct minor repairs to diesel small engines (generator).

 GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

Comply with role Job Description. Comply with Cubic’s Quality Management System. Comply with Cubic Health, Safety and Environment policies and procedures. Comply with security IAW established policies and procedures. Comply with Cubic Human Resources Procedures. Other duties as requested.

BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience in installation and maintenance of communications systems. Basic knowledge and understanding of electronics and electrical principles. Proven fault-finding skills.   Ability to identify and analyse maintenance issues, prioritizing and communicating intent and outcomes. Ability to conduct the above in both a field and workshop environment. Proven communicator, with sound written and verbal skills. Experience in the use of IT systems and programs.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:

Hold a Cert III in Telecommunications, Electrotechnology or comparable qualification. Hold a clean Heavy Truck Licence IOT drive company equipment or willingness to undertake training to gain licence. Hold a Vehicle Loading Crane high risk licence or the willingness to undertake training to gain licence. Hold a Work at Heights qualification or willingness to undertake training to gain Work at Heights qualification; and Hold a Forklift licence to operate company equipment or willingness to undertake training to gain a Forklift licence.

Successful outcome of a National Police Check

Ability to obtain and hold an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency security clearance

The description provided above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements. 

As a global company, our business operations span multiple time zones. This role requires flexibility, including occasional availability outside of your ordinary working hours to respond to critical issues or business needs. This means you may be required to monitor and/or respond to telephone calls, emails and other necessary communications from Cubic and our customers or suppliers outside of your hours of work from time to time.

 ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES: This role will require the incumbent to spend significant time deployed in the   field.

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Worker Type:

Employee

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