Defence Communications Station Technician
This is your opportunity to make your mark and join our high performing and innovative team, adding value to a diverse and dynamic organisation.
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Company: NZDF
Location: Auckland
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +64-4-362-4734
Fax: +64-6-431-9488
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Detail information about job Defence Communications Station Technician. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Experienced in radio communications and electronics?
- Are you a fast learner with great communication skills?
- Interesting and challenging role that benefits NZ
What you will do
As DCSD Technician you will provide 24 hour technical support for the Defence Communications Station's communication and information systems. You will support the engineering team and undertake maintenance and repair of communications and information systems, rectify systems defects and hazard identification in order to maintain capabilities.
What we need
The ideal person for this role will be a fast learner who can pick up new equipment easily. You will have a solid understanding of radio communication, electronic principles and computer and networking operations.
You have the ability to understand technical publications and interpret technical drawings and diagrams and will be a registered EST technician. Your exceptional communication skills will allow you to build and maintain robust professional relationships at all levels of the organisation. You will have two or more years' experience in communications, electronics and the IT industry and on occasion can work outside core hours to an on call roster.
Come and join our social, close knit team who support each other to achieve!
Who we are
Defence Communications Station Devonport (DCSD) provides the continuous provision and support of communication and information systems to the Royal New Zealand Navy within the Devonport Naval Base and deployed New Zealand Defence Force elements under the control of Headquarters Joint Force New Zealand.
Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand. As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice.
Why us
This is your opportunity to bring your passion, knowledge and experience to Defence Communications Station Devonport. In return for your knowledge, experience and drive, we can reward you with challenging opportunities working in a supportive, motivated and forward-thinking team and working environment.
Check out the great benefits for you and your family when you join NZDF!
The remuneration band for this position is $52,983 to $65,449 inclusive of a 4% employer superannuation contribution.
How to apply
To view the Position Description and to Apply Online please use the links on this page. For further information, contact James Blake on [email protected], quoting NZDF-1807009.
Applications close at 4:30pm on Tuesday, 24 July 2018.
Please note: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for.
The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:
Higher level Security Clearance
- most preferably a NZ citizen who has resided continuously in this country for the last 10 years, OR
- is a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last 10 years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, UK or the USA; and has a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the NZSIS towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at a higher level.
If you do not meet these minimum criteria, we will not be able to accept your application.