Communications Technical Officer
Annual base salary (while in Australia)
$65,811 pa ($2,523 per fortnight before tax)
In addition whilst working in Antarctica an allowance of $49,014 pa is payable.
As Communications Technical Officer (CTO) you'll carry out routine and complex telecommunication installation, maintenance tasks and operate communications equipment.
This role involves maintaining:
- highly complex telecommunications equipment, systems and facilities at a station.
- IT infrastructure at a station, including the provision of a helpdesk service to other expeditioners.
- radio masts and antennas.
- miscellaneous electronic office and amenities facilities, including audio visual equipment.
You're also required to operate radio equipment for communication with field parties, aircraft, ships and small watercraft, and provide assistance to science programs as required.
If you don't meet all these requirements don't be discouraged. In making final selections we take into account overall team building and the mix of skills required.
The typical employment period for Communications Technical Officers is generally 15 months.
Recreation Leave - You will accrue recreation leave at the equivalent of 20 days for each full year worked. Please note that recreation leave is not available in Antarctica.
Superannuation - A generous employer superannuation contribution of 15.4% will apply where eligibility to join the Public Sector Superannuation Accumulation Plan is established.
You should read the CTO Job Description, General Information and Personal Qualities details available from the Job Vacancies page as it contains important information you need to know about employment and related issues.
If you would like to talk to someone about applying, please contact, for technical matters, Peter Yates (03) 6232 3452, or for general information 1800 030 755.
To apply complete an online Application Form.
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