Department of Environment and Conservation

Department of Environment and Conservation
Regional Services Division
Communications Technical Officer (Digital)
DEC3030380
Level 3 or 4, $50,792 - $55,146 or $57,192 - $60,444 pa PSGA

Are you passionate about protecting and conserving our environment? This challenging position will see you contributing to a sustainable future for Western Australia’s environment, whilst working with a great team of people.

Enjoy the benefits of flexible working hours, well established learning and development programs and comprehensive health and lifestyle programs.

Similar positions may be filled from this process within a six month period.

THIS POSITION CLOSES AT MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 19 JANUARY, 2009

Job Description

Undertakes research, development and maintenance of varied types of telecommunications equipment and information technology that facilitate the operation of the Department’s radio and satellite communications systems. Provides specialist advice, support and training to departmental staff.

Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following four criteria. These should be addressed in no more than a total of four pages.

ESSENTIAL

1. Current Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification (Level 4) or equivalent experience (level 3).

2. Some (Level 3) or considerable (level 4) experience and sound knowledge of telecommunications and information technology.

3. Demonstrated ability to apply logic, clear and innovative thinking, good investigative and problem solving skills to complex problems, and recommend and implement achievable solutions and improvements.

4. Sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to explain telecommunications and information technology concepts in a manner that is easily understood.

The following criteria will be assessed at some stage during the selection process:

ESSENTIAL

5. Demonstrated ability to work to prescribed schedules and comply with accepted procedures.

6. Understanding of occupational, health and safety, and equity and diversity principles and practices.

7. Class “C” WA motor drivers licence.

DESIRABLE

8. Experience in and knowledge of radio and satellite communications systems.

9. Ability to undertake country travel.

10. First Aid Certificate.

11. Approved Restricted Electrical Workers Licence or in the process of obtaining certification.

12. Approved Cabling Licence or in the process of obtaining certification

For Further Job Related Information: Please contact Glen Bradbury on (08) 9334 0428, or for further information about DEC please visit www.dec.wa.gov.au

Application Instructions: Please refer to the attached DEC Job Application Kit. All documents attached with your application must be in Word or PDF format. No late or proforma applications will be accepted.  To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.

To ensure that you submit all of the required information in your application, please ensure that you read the attached DEC Job Application Kit carefully.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

Substantive Equality Statement

DEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.  In addition to the attractive salary, and the opportunity to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, DEC offers a number of incentives including:  Attractive salary packaging scheme; flexible working arrangements; well established Learning and Development Programs; comprehensive Health and Lifestyle Programs; National Park Entry Pass; and opportunity to work in iconic locations throughout Western Australia.

ATTACHMENTS
- 3030380.pdf
- dec job application kit.pdf
- dec application form.doc

 

Courtesy of www.jobs.wa.gov.au

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