Field Survey Officer

**WHY BAI COMMUNICATIONS**

It’s an exciting time to be part of BAI Communications. Building on our achievements in broadcasting, telecommunications and critical communications, we continue to expand our operations, helping connect people, support communities and advance economies.

A leading communications infrastructure provider, BAI operates an extensive broadcast network across 751 sites, delivering fully managed television and radio services covering 99% of the Australian population. In times of crisis, such as natural disasters, national broadcasters rely on BAI to maintain their communications with the public, and emergency services trust us to keep them connected and informed.

With the acceleration of 5G technology, BAI leverages its global experience to enable ubiquitous coverage in buildings, tunnels, stadiums and other congested hard to cover areas, as well as contributing to the creation of smart precincts.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

You will plan and conduct field measurement surveys of broadcast and other wireless network technologies Australia wide. The tasks range from contractual operational obligations, project-initiated field work, coverage evaluation, interference and reception investigation, and any other field measurements of wireless radio communications services.

The role requires travel around Australia typically in 2-week blocks.

We are open to location of this role - Mitchell ACT, Bald Hills QLD, Sydney/Newcastle NSW, Melbourne VIC, Perth WA, Pimpala SA

**Key responsibilities will include**:

- Support the Field Resource Manager to plan and schedule the field survey program
- Conduct contractual Service Performance Monitoring (SPM) for managed broadcast services
- Assist in resolving network antenna faults by supporting SIU and the Antenna team with field work
- Conduct project related field work and deliver reports for Project Managers and Account Managers
- Liaise with Transmission Services Engineers and Antenna Specialists as required to confirm antenna and RF designs as input to field work
- Assist the Field Resource Manager in field survey scope and costing as input to bid and project planning
- Maintain SPM location currency in MAT Software
- Utilise SPM measurement data to identify problematic measurements
- Deliver coverage, antenna proof-of-performance and other reports, where required, by liaising with Planning Engineers, ensuring peer review
- Assist to maintain a category of field survey assets (warehouse, vehicles, test equipment) effectively and to participate in process and projects around improvements within that category

**LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU**
You will have sound experience with antenna proof of performance, coverage and interference identification and measurement techniques, with knowledge of National and International field measurement standards and practices.
- A Diploma/tertiary qualifications in Broadcasting, Radio, Telecommunications or equivalent work
- experience is preferred. A solid RF knowledge base is essential along with a full driver’s license.

**BENEFITS & CULTURE**

We stand for being courageous and doing what matters, living by our core principles; One BAI Team, Customer First, Adapt and Learn and Drive Sustainable Growth, you will be provided with every opportunity to thrive at BAI.

Some of the reasons you should consider working with us include:

- Our people and a genuine sense of inclusion and belonging with a dedicated Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy, Champion Network, membership with the Diversity Council of Australia and access to resources and events.
- A 2022 - 2023 Gender Pay Gap of 3.7% (median total remuneration)
- A focus on personal and professional development with an established performance framework and access to LinkedIn Learning.
- Access to flexible working arrangements, gender-neutral paid parental leave, study leave, purchased leave and charity and volunteer leave.
- A wellbeing agenda that includes access to health insurance, life, TPD and salary continuance insurances as well as an Employee Assistance Program and regular health care checks
- Rewarding high performance through a Performance Recognition Scheme and peer recognition program
- Access to a number of corporate rates and discounts and Novated Car Leases through SG Fleet
- We love that many of our new hires find their way to us via our Referral Program. This speaks volumes about our culture; and the employee compensation is just a great by-product

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Job details
- Pay type
- **Salary**
- Education level
- **Certification**
- Travel required
- **Yes**
- Travel percentage
- **50