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Support Australia's Defence capability in a hands-on technical role maintaining critical Defence equipment.

A great opportunity for an Electronics Technician to join our fully geared Defence Maintenance Contract team based at the Military Units in Amberley, QLD.

This is not your typical assembly line Electronics Technician role. This unique position allows you to step away from the workbench and step into the field, completing fault tracing and part replacement on Defence weapons, vehicles and equipment.

Within this role, you will gain experience working on control systems that only working with the Defence can offer. Turn your passion for electronics and problem-solving into an exciting and rewarding career with us.

Benefits

• $3,000 sign-on bonus on offer for eligible candidates (T&Cs apply).
• $50.62 per hour (inclusive of allowances) +12% super.
• Permanent full-time opportunity offering long-term job stability.
• Excellent work-life balance, including an early 12 noon finish every Friday.
• Ongoing training, upskilling and career development opportunities across Ventia and the Defence sector.
• Supportive management and positive team environment.
• Wellbeing initiatives including Fitness Passport, discounted health insurance and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Enjoy exclusive VenPerks discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia covering retail, travel, entertainment and everyday essentials.
• Tools of trade, uniforms, PPE and free on-site parking provided.
• Relocation assistance for the right candidate.

About the role

• Performing system checks on weapons & vehicles, communications, combat management systems and sensor equipment to ensure equipment is in full working order.
• Effectively diagnose electronic faults and fix to ensure operations are running smoothly.
• Repair and maintain optical instruments and equipment, including weapon sights.
• You will adhere to all regulatory and contract specific requirements.
• You'll gain exposure to many different systems and machinery. These include RADAR systems and display, Surveillance and Control Equipment & Satellite equipment (GPS, SATCOM).

About you

• Hold a Cert III in Electronics, Electronic Technology, Electrotechnology Communications, Avionics, or a closely related technical trade qualification.
• Experience inspecting, fault-finding, repairing, maintaining and calibrating electronic and communication systems.
• Experience working with radios, communications systems, surveillance equipment, radar, sensors, navigational aids, vehicle electronic systems, GPS, SATCOM or similar technologies (Defence, aviation or military experience highly regarded).
• Knowledge and practical experience in the maintenance, support, repair, design or installation of complex electronic and/or communication systems.
• Strong mechanical and electronic/electrical aptitude, with the ability to interpret technical documentation and use computer-based maintenance systems (MILIS, SAP and Microsoft Office experience desirable).

You must be an Australian Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a minimum Australian Government Baseline Security Clearance.

About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.

How to apply
Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.

Position Reference Number: 168858