Network Rigger

At Entelar Group we believe information and communications technology (ICT) in all its forms should be seamless, easy and something our customers should never have to worry about. Thats because New Zealanders being able to connect with other New Zealanders and the world is the key to keeping this country working.

From building cell sites and burying the fibre cables that connect our network safely, to ensuring IT hardware and software solutions are tested, distributed, implemented, and maintained, to even making sure our handsets work and are repaired quickly and efficiently, we cover it all. A one-stop shop providing continuous, end-to-end solutions to keep NZ connected – backed by superior service, unequalled expertise and leading technical and engineering know how.

About the Role:

The Technician is responsible for the safe installation, commissioning, testing, maintenance and fault-finding of telecommunications network equipment and infrastructure. The role includes RF, fibre, transmission, DC power and mobile-network equipment, while ensuring work complies with technical specifications, health and safety requirements, and quality standards.

Day to day you will:

Key Responsibilities

+ Install telecommunications equipment, cabinets, antennas, feeders, fibre, DC power systems and associated cabling.

+ Perform RF and antenna-line testing, including VSWR/return-loss and fault-finding.

+ Install and commission 4G/LTE and 5G radio equipment, including RRU/RRH and base-station hardware.

+ Carry out fibre installation, cleaning, testing and fault diagnosis using tools such as OTDRs and optical power meters.

+ Install and test DC power systems, batteries, rectifiers, earthing and bonding.

+ Diagnose network, hardware, transmission, cabling and power faults.

+ Perform equipment replacements, upgrades and preventative maintenance.

+ Read construction drawings, schematics, MOPs, technical notes and equipment installation instructions.

+ Complete commissioning records, site photographs, test results and close-out documentation.

+ Maintain accurate material, cable and equipment records.

Health & Safety

• + Complete pre-starts, hazard identification and SSSP/JSA requirements.
• + Follow working-at-height, electrical, RF/EME and site-access controls.
• + Inspect tools, vehicles, trailers, ladders and safety equipment before use.
• + Establish appropriate exclusion zones and traffic-management arrangements where required.
• + Stop work and escalate when site conditions differ materially from the approved work method or introduce uncontrolled risk.

Typical Technical Skills

RF: antenna systems, feeders, jumpers, PIM/VSWR testing and RF fault finding

Mobile Networks: 4G/LTE and 5G equipment installation and troubleshooting

Fibre: termination, patching, cleaning, optical testing and OTDR fault finding

Power: -48 VDC telecommunications systems, batteries, rectifiers, earthing and bonding

Field operations: MEWPs, working at heights, site access, equipment handling and construction-site coordination

Documentation: commissioning sheets, test reports, photographs, as-built information and job close-out packages

What experience you'll bring:

You will need a minimum 3 years experience as a technician to be considered for this role.

WHY CHOOSE US:

Diversity and Inclusion: Te Kanorau me te Whakawhāiti mai

We are constantly looking for ways to build a more inclusive culture.  Our vision is for diversity and inclusion to be “how things are done here”, embedded into our day-to-day activities, standards, and business practices.  We want you to feel totally comfortable bringing your whole self to work regardless of your gender, ethnicity, orientation, age, or ability.

Sustainability: Toitū

Sustainability is a key focus for us.  We are dedicated to supporting Aotearoa New Zealand’s recovery and economic transformation.  The principle of equity is at the very heart of our approach, and we remain committed to working in partnership to make a positive contribution to digital equity in line with our focus on Diversity and Inclusion.

Our people matter and we make sure we look after them.  As a valued employee of Entelar Group we’ve got our people covered with a range of leading benefits including:

Wellbeing– Comprehensive medical insurance, life and income protection.  Access to wellbeing coaches, EAP and in-house Specialist Clinical support through our leading Mahi Tahi Wellness programme.

Leave– in addition to four weeks annual leave, we offer purchased leave, and enhanced parental leave support.

Spark Credit – We provide permanent employees with $150 monthly Spark credit on their Spark account to use on any of Sparks amazing products or services.

Spark Share scheme – periodically we offer the opportunity to buy into the Spark share scheme.

Career development – access to an internal marketplace that connects employees with experiential, on the job learning across the Spark business group.

Due to the nature and urgency of this role, we are only considering applicants that are based in New Zealand with permanent residency, citizenship, or a valid work visa (with at least 18 months remaining).