Field Supervisor

Position: Field Supervisor

Reports to: National Program & Facilities Manager

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Workplace Location: Melbourne

Who We Are:

WV Technologies Pty Ltd is an IT decommissioning company, NAID AAA certified to Top Secret as well as a Social & Indigenous Enterprise. We are known for doing the right things for the right reasons, delivering leading services in our industry while also providing life changing opportunities for Indigenous youth. We are a Supply Nation registered business and Social Traders certified social enterprise. Awards include 2025 Australian Financial Review Sustainability Winner, Registered Supplier of the Year at the 2023 Supply Nation Supplier Diversity Awards, Organisation of the Year at the 2023 ACT NAIDOC Awards and twice Social Enterprise of the Year finalist.

Job Purpose:

The Field Supervisor is responsible for overseeing Field Technicians conducting the recovery of copper cables and commodities from Telstra Roadside Cabinets. This includes ensuring all works are performed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with Telstra guidelines, Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), Job Safety and Environmental Analyses (JSEAs), and WV Technologies' Method of Procedure.

The Field Supervisor will manage on-site operations, verify adherence to recovery processes, and ensure accurate documentation of cabinet configurations and recovered materials. The role requires familiarity with cabinet structures, internal layouts, and recovery methodologies specific to each cabinet type. The position also includes responsibility for asbestos awareness and removal in line with WHS Regulations 2021 and the Code of Practice.

What Success Looks Like:

Operational Management

• Supervise the safe and efficient recovery of copper cables, and commodities from Telstra Roadside Cabinets while ensuring minimal disruption to the Telstra and other underground networks.
• Coordinate daily activities to align with operational timelines and quality standards.
• Manage teams to achieve agreed productivity targets.
• Recruitment and onboarding of staff.

SWMS Compliance

• Ensure comprehensive SWMS are prepared for each task, detailing the steps to complete the job safely and the controls to mitigate risks.
• Confirm all crew members understand the SWMS and are aware of hazards, such as underground services, asbestos in cables, or live network interfaces.
• Regularly inspect adherence to SWMS and update as needed when work conditions change.

JSEA Compliance

• Develop JSEAs that identify site-specific hazards and document mitigation strategies.
• Ensure JSEAs include environmental considerations like waste management and spill containment.
• Train teams on JSEAs, focusing on hazard awareness and safe practices.
• Review JSEA execution daily and update in real-time if conditions or work tasks change.

Toolbox Talks

• Reinforce key safety messages.
• Address daily hazards and changes to SWMS or JSEAs.
• Provide a platform for team members to voice concerns or share observations.
• Use toolbox talks to foster a safety-first culture and encourage proactive reporting.

Safety and Network Integrity

• Establish processes to isolate active network components before beginning recovery.
• Ensure meticulous planning to avoid damage to operational infrastructure.
• Create clear protocols for managing and reporting incidents to minimise impact on services.

Documentation and Reporting

• SWMS and JSEA compliance checks.
• Toolbox talks and attendance.
• Incident reports and safety audits.
• Ensure documentation meets regulatory and Telstra/NBN requirements.

Continuous Improvement

• Regularly review SWMS, JSEAs, and toolbox feedback to identify improvement areas.
• Adapt processes and provide training to address emerging risks or compliance updates.
• Train and mentor teams to improve industry knowledge and understanding of the network.

Who you are:

Training & Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Australia's Driver Licence
• Current and valid FTTN accreditations
• Cert IV or higher in Electrotechnology or their equivalent
• White Card
• ACM accreditations

Skills and Competencies

• Proven leadership in field operations and supervision of multiple crews.
• Sound understanding of Telstra infrastructure and cabinet layouts.
• Demonstrated experience in legacy telecommunications network work
• Strong communication, coordination, and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of WHS, SWMS, JSEA, and asbestos handling requirements.
• Ability to drive operational efficiency while maintaining safety and compliance standards.

What we care about

• Doing the Right Things for the Right Reasons
• Be Adventurous, Active, Creative and Irrepressible
• Move the Rocks
• See Around Corners
• Be Brave, GSD (Get Stuff Done)

We know our team members are our greatest asset. That's why we've designed an Employee Value Proposition (EVP) focused on recognition, development, and celebration.

Celebrate Milestones

Your birthday and workplace anniversaries are more than dates on the calendar—they're opportunities for us to celebrate you Expect personalised recognition, surprises, and events to make your special day unforgettable.

Grow and Develop

We're committed to your professional and personal growth. Enjoy access to continuous training programs, workshops, and certifications to take your career to new heights.

Peer-to-Peer Recognition

A culture of appreciation thrives here. Our peer-to-peer recognition platform ensures your hard work and contributions are acknowledged and celebrated by colleagues at all levels.

If this sounds like you and would love to join our team, click "apply now" and upload your current CV and cover letter demonstrating your experience

WV Technologies is an IT decommissioning company, NAID AAA certified to Top Secret as well as a Social & Indigenous Enterprise. We deliver certainty with purpose and are known for doing the right things for the right reasons. We are a Supply Nation registered business and Social Traders certified social enterprise.