Technical Officer Field Operations (DAS)

Why join us?

At VicTrack, we're quiet achievers, delivering for Victoria every day.

As the owner of Victoria's rail transport land, assets and infrastructure, we play a vital role in supporting the state's transport network and future development. Our work spans property, telecommunications and infrastructure, influencing projects and initiatives that help create a more sustainable and prosperous state.

When you join VicTrack, you’ll work alongside talented and diverse professionals, bringing different perspectives and expertise together to solve complex challenges and deliver meaningful outcomes for Victorian communities.

We empower our people to contribute ideas, challenge thinking and continuously improve the way we work, in an organisation where purpose and opportunity come together.

Whether you’re early in your career or bringing extensive experience, you'll find opportunities to grow, make a difference and be part of an organisation committed to delivering better transport outcomes for a more connected Victoria.

What you’ll love about working here

• Meaningful work that benefits Victorian communities.
• Flexibility that supports the way you work, including hybrid working arrangements and flexible public holidays.
• More time to recharge, with annual leave loading, an extra day off (EDO) per month and other generous leave provisions.
• Comprehensive wellbeing support, including health and wellness programs, reproductive health and wellbeing leave, and 16 weeks paid parental leave.
• Opportunities to grow and develop your career across a diverse organisation.
• Free travel across Victoria’s public transport network and access to onsite facilities including a gym and modern end of trip facilities.
• Opportunities that come with working for a Victorian Government state-owned enterprise.

The opportunity

The Technical Officer Field Operations (DAS) is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, fault diagnosis, repair, testing, commissioning, and performance optimisation of Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and associated radio communications infrastructure within Melbourne's underground rail environments as well as radio towers across Victoria.

The role supports critical operational and communications services ensuring availability, reliability, and compliance of the following radio technologies but not limited to 400 MHz Emergency Services Radio Network (000), 1800 MHz Digital Train Radio System (DTRS) and Public Mobile Network Operator (MNO) services including 4G and 5G.

Please note, this position participates in an on-call roster system and will require overtime, weekend work, and after-hours attendance as operational needs arise. The role may also involve travel within Victoria, including overnight stays when required. A current Victorian driver's licence is essential. VicTrack will provide the successful candidate with a company vehicle and the necessary equipment to perform the role.

Key accountabilities/functions:

• Perform preventative, corrective, and reactive maintenance on DAS, tower and radio communication systems including in a tunnel environment.
• Maintain system availability and performance in accordance with service level agreements and maintenance standards.
• Diagnose and repair faults across the following but not limited to:
• DAS head-end equipment
• Fibre optic transmission systems
• RF repeaters and remote radio units
• Base station interfaces
• Antennas, feeders, splitters, couplers, and combiners
• 400 MHz emergency services network equipment
• 1800 MHz DTRS radio infrastructure
• MNO 4G and 5G services
• Analyse alarms, logs, and performance data to identify root causes of failures.
• Perform RF testing, verification, acceptance testing, and commissioning activities:
• Signal level measurements
• PIM testing
• Return loss testing
• Fibre optic testing
• Coverage verification testing
• End-to-end communications testing
• Produce test reports and commissioning documentation.
• Update network diagrams and asset information.

Qualifications and experience:

• Certificate IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or Degree in Telecommunications or equivalent (desirable).
• 10+ years’ experience in DAS and RF systems, preferably in tunnel or underground environments (mandatory).
• 10+ years’ experience with radio tower systems (mandatory).
• Victorian Driver’s License (mandatory).
• Extensive field experience with Distributed Antenna Systems and Tower Systems including 400 MHz radio systems, 1800 MHz LTE/DTRS systems and 4G/5G technologies (mandatory).
• Strong understanding of RF communications systems and propagation principles (mandatory).

Diversity, inclusion and accessibility

VicTrack is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities and encourage open conversations about any support or workplace adjustments you may require throughout any stage of the recruitment process.

If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a preferred method of communication (telephone or email), please contact our People & Culture team at adjustments@victrack.com.au.

We are proud to be recognised by WORK180 as an Employer of Choice for Women – you can explore the WORK180 website to learn about our benefits and policies. We understand that many talented candidates may not apply unless they meet every requirement - if you're excited about this opportunity and believe you can contribute, we encourage you to apply.

To apply

If you are interested in a career with us, please click apply and submit your resume in PDF format only. All applications are strictly confidential.

Applications are reviewed as received, so please don’t wait until the closing date to submit your application.

VicTrack employment offers are strictly subject to successful background (pre-employment screening), qualification and criminal history checks.

VicTrack is an equal opportunity and human rights employer.

Closing date:10/12/2026