Australian GovernmentStudy Australia

Telecommunications Field Engineers

Telecommunications Field Engineers plan, design, commission and monitor complex telecommunications networks and associated equipment, provide technical advice and information, identify complex problems and initiate action to resolve them.

What the job involves

  • Configures and integrates networks and telecommunications technology with computer software, hardware, desktops, peripherals, databases and operating systems

  • Develops and records logs of the details, locations and status of inventories, parts, equipment and instruments and maintains the documentation of communication policies, procedures, guidelines and regulations, and quality standards

  • Provides technical advice and information, and monitors the performance of complex telecommunications networks and equipment