Network Engineer-Specialist

Australia
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

Employment Type PermanentClosing Date 16 Sept 2025 11:59pmJob Title Network Engineer-SpecialistJob Summary The Network Engineer is an important contributor in ensuring that the Telstra network delivers a superior network experience for our consumer and business customers. You use your telecommunications network skills and experience to contribute to specialist analysis, design, development and deployment in specific network technology domains, including how this technology inter-operates with other technologies.Job DescriptionWho We AreWe're an iconic Aussie brand with a global footprint. Our purpose is to build a connected future so everyone can thrive. We're all about providing the best experience and delivering the best tech on the best network.This includes making Telstra the place you want to work. For you, that means a having career that grows with you and working with a team powered by human connection that prioritises wellbeing and choice.What We Offer

Performance-related pay
Access to thousands of learning programs so you can level-up
Global presence across 22 countries; opportunities to work where we do business.
Purchased annual leave scheme
Additional Telstra day off
Additional 30% off Telstra products and services
Toolkit provided (laptop + mobile phone + plan paid for)

What You’ll DoTelstra InfraCo – D&C Infrastructure Delivery – FNS Project Delivery Team is responsible for Fixed Network Sites projects from both InfraCo and other Telstra businesses groups.As a Technical Project Specialist you will provide specialist site and building engineering analysis, efficient solutions, high level scope of works, budget estimates and project timeframes for Building Engineering Services with compliance & consideration to Telstra Standards and regulatory obligations.Key Responsibilities:This is how you will bring the purpose of your role to life:

Develop and implement short and mid-term network Building Engineering Services strategies in line with standards that deliver best value to Telstra and maximise Telstra’s revenue streams.
Ensure a proactive and holistic approach is taken across all aspects of Building Engineering Services including and not limited to:

Air Conditioning Plant.
AC Power Infrastructure – Incoming Mains, Main Switchboards, Distribution Boards (including provision to DC power systems), Lighting and Emergency Power Plants.
Fire Protection and Detection.
Building works – including building and demolishing projects
Facilitate actions with stakeholders to ensure key business outcomes and strategic imperatives are achieved. This includes liaising with Principal Planners, Regional Co-ordinators, Capacity Planners & DC Power Technology Specialists.
Delivery of Special Projects.
Reporting on the delivery of projects.
Provision of Technical Advice to assist stakeholders in delivering various technologies.

About youEssential Requirements:

Proven & successful project management record.
A sound knowledge of the structure, purpose and network establishment process of Network Facilities.
Proven ability to effectively manage a large design and delivery program including monitor review and audit for compliance, cost and quality.
Proven ability to effectively manage multiple and diverse projects from conception to design and ready build, and mentor and teach skills in all aspects of Project Management to other team members.
Overall understanding of Telstra business systems.
Comprehensive knowledge of commercial contract processes, procedures and approval related to the construction and maintenance of buildings.
Sound knowledge of all aspects of construction, regulatory requirements, site sharing, and property acquisition directly related to mobile telecommunications networks.
High level of negotiation skills at all levels, both within and external to Telstra.
Comprehensive knowledge of the relationships between Power and Building Infrastructure, Contract Management, Vendor Management, other Telstra Business units and relevant authorities (ie power supply authorities)
Ability to provide high level advice regarding all building design, acquisition and property related matters, including interfacing with Contract Management.

Not required but highly desirable:

Project management ability equivalent to AQF5 or better
Design management experience in ISO 9001 environment or similar
Contract management experience to A.S. 4917 or similar.
Understanding of property management & town planning issues relating to development projects
Experience in the civil construction industry with trade certificate or related qualification.

If this opportunity sounds like a perfect fit for you, we'd encourage you to apply!As part of your application with Telstra, you may receive communications from us on +61 440 135 548 (for job applications in Australia) and +1 (623) 400-7726 (for job applications in the Philippines and India).When you join our team, you become part of a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone is respected, valued and celebrated. We actively seek individuals from various backgrounds, ethnicities, genders and disabilities because we know that diversity not only strengthens our team but also enriches our work. We have zero tolerance for harassment of any kind, and we prioritise creating a workplace culture where everyone is safe and can thrive.As part of the hiring process, all identified candidates will undergo a background check, and the results will play a role in the final decision regarding your application.We work flexibly at Telstra. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you. When you apply, you can share your pronouns and / or any reasonable adjustments needed to take part equitably during the recruitment process.We are aware of current limitations with our website accessibility and are working towards improving this. Should you experience any issues accessing information or the application form, and require this in an alternate format, please contact our Talent Acquisition team on or via the additional contact options found at www.telstra.com.au/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/disability-employment

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