Network Engineering Specialist

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.

We'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.

As a Network Engineering Specialist, you will be accountable for the acquisition and management of the design of projects delivered by the Wireless Program Office, providing new and augmented mobile base station infrastructure into the Telstra Wireless networks.

• 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)

• Project Delivery: Lead assigned projects to meet customer expectations, timelines, budgets, quality standards, and HSE requirements
• Build and manage a small site acquisition, design, and build team
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Guide virtual teams to meet regulatory and project goals.
• Commercial Acumen: Apply deep understanding of the Wireless Program Office (WPO) Contractor Delivery model.
• Stakeholder Management: Align expectations, drive change, and negotiate outcomes in complex environments.
• Communication & Reporting: Keep stakeholders informed of progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Planning & Forecasting: Develop project plans including financial models, logistics, and resource allocation.

• Project Management: Scope development and delivery within time and budget constraints.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of mobile networks, civil design, construction, and environmental planning.
• Legislative Knowledge: Deep understanding of federal/state laws including Telecommunications Act 1997, Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code 2011, and others.
• Regulatory Advisory: Provide expert advice on legislative matters.
• Stakeholder Relations: Maintain connections with internal teams, government officials, and landowners.
• Property & Planning: Skilled in acquisition, site sharing, development applications, and environmental assessments.
• Negotiation: Handle leasing/licensing with various landowners to secure favorable outcomes.
• Appeals Management: Knowledge of planning appeals and experience in managing them.
• EME Compliance: Understand and communicate electromagnetic energy (EME) regulations.
• Monitoring & Evaluation: Track milestones, identify variances, and implement corrective actions.
• HSE Compliance: Ensure personal and team adherence to safety and environmental standards.

Diversity is more than a policy – it's how we thrive

We know diverse teams deliver better outcomes, and we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported — regardless of gender, background, or ability.

We strongly encourage women and gender-diverse people to apply and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements or adjustments to the recruitment process.

We're amongst the top 2% of companies globally in the CDP Global Climate Change Index 2023, being awarded an 'A' rating. If you want to work for a company that cares about sustainability, we want to hear from you.