HiTEC Communications Australia is a Telecommunications company based in Darwin, NT.

We provide installation, maintenance, commissioning, and integration services for major carriers and equipment vendors. Our diverse project experience spans across various industries, including telecommunications with companies like Telstra and Motorola, as well as government, and utilities.

With a strong presence in the Northern Territory and a solid reputation for Rigging & Technical excellence, we are currently seeking a Leading Telecommunication Rigger to join our dedicated team.

Job Title: Leading Telecommunication Rigger
Location: Darwin, Northern Territory
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Wireless Telecommunications Construction

What You’ll Do

Installation of Telstra Satellite Small Cell Sites with Solar. (Steel Plinths & PreCast Concrete Sites)

Lead a team of riggers and ground crew in the installation, and maintenance of telecom towers, poles, antennas, lines, and supporting infrastructure.

Installing, commissioning and troubleshooting equipment.

Ensure all rigging work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with OSHA, company, and customer standards

Troubleshoot and resolve on-site issues with minimal supervision

Lead team to work with cranes, ewps, hoists, winches, and other rigging equipment safely and effectively.

Conduct daily site safety briefings, fall protection inspections, and ensure team adherence to all safety protocols

Read and interpret drawings, design documentation, product and client specifications

Ensure high quality workmanship while maintaining company standards, maintenance service reports, relevant safety and compliance documentation

Lead team install/recover of panel antennas, head frames, hybrilflex cables, feeder cables, earthing, cable trays, remote radio units

Communicate effectively with project managers, engineers, and other field crews

What You’ll Need

3 years+ of telecom tower climbing and rigging experience

Strong knowledge of RF systems, antennas.

White Card

Current Driver’s Licence (4WD experience a bonus).

HR Licence (desirable)

Ability to work safely and in remote areas.

Willingness to travel across the region, including remote sites and islands.

What We Offer

Competitive salary + overtime + travel allowances.

Long-term career opportunity with a stable, locally respected company.

Access to training, mentoring, and certification support.

Diverse project work across industries like Telecommunication Sector - Telstra, Motorolla , aviation, government, and utilities.

A friendly, professional team and a strong safety culture.