Pool Ref No: PA2518TSRC

Salary/Level: Level 4, $92,098 - $96,660 p.a. plus Superannuation

Tenure: Fixed-term, Full-time or Part-time

Location: Kensington, Western Australia

The Office of Information Management (OIM) is responsible for information management and related information and communication technology (IT) to enable the Department to achieve its strategic, tactical and operational goals through the right IT governance and correct information and technology controls.

We are currently seeking to establish a pool of suitable applicants in the role of Technical Specialist (Radio Communication).

We currently have various opportunities with the possibility of full-time employment.

Under general direction, the Technical Specialist (Radio Communication):

• Contributes to the effective service delivery of the department’s regional/remote radio communication network that incorporates the department’s frontline terrestrial, aerial and marine operations.
• Undertakes routine and complex installation and maintenance for the department’s radio communication network.
• Contributes to continuous improvement for radio communication services used by the department.
• Monitors performance of the department’s radio communication networks, systems and equipment, identifies complex problems and initiates action to resolve them.

The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.

Application Instructions:

To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:

• a covering letter and a current and comprehensive resume outlining your experience relevant to the selection criteria. Including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.

Selection Criteria

1. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in all types of radio communication systems (including UHF and VHF).
2. Experience in the use of and diagnosis and repair of faults using electronic test equipment.
3. Experience with UHF and VHF radio communication systems, direct current and solar hybrid power related systems.
4. Trade or tertiary qualification in Cert III/Iv in radio communications or minimum of 5 years equivalent industrial working experience.
5. A current "C" class driver's licence for both manual and automatic vehicles valid within the State of Western Australia.
6. Ongoing willingness and ability to undertake work assignments and ad-hoc travel (via light/heavy vehicles and fixed/rotary wing aircraft) to metropolitan and regional sites in Western Australia, camp and work for both short-term and extended periods.
7. Ongoing willingness and ability to participate in afterhours roster support for the department’s radio operations.
8. Demonstrated Level 4 capabilities as per the Public Sector Commission’s WA Public Sector Capability Framework: shape and manage strategy; achieve results; build productive relationships; exemplifies personal integrity and self-awareness; and communicate and influence effectively.
9. Demonstrated understanding of occupational safety, health and equity, and diversity principles and practices.
10. ACMA Open Cablers Registration with Structured, Coax and Optical Fibre endorsements (DESIRABLE).
11. High Risk Work Licence in elevating work platform, forklift operation or dogging and rigging work (DESIRABLE).
12. Advanced First Aid/Resuscitation certification (DESIRABLE).
13. Experience working in a diverse, varied and geographically distributed corporate environment (DESIRABLE).
14. Ongoing willingness and ability to participate in fire management activities that contribute to bushfire suppression and prescribed burning operations commensurate with capability, capacity, training and level of experience (DESIRABLE).

Please click “Apply” and you will be redirected to the WA Government Jobs Board website at https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/ where you can submit your application online.

For further information on the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, please visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.

For further job-related information, please contact Rick Tirli on 0474 545 325.

Closing date: Friday, 27 June 2025 at 12 noon AWST (2pm AEST). No late or pro forma applications will be accepted.