NMF Communications Operator

6 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Babcock Pty Ltd Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

NMF Communications Operator

About the Role

Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to support the Australian Defence Force's critical communications infrastructure? Babcock is seeking a skilled and experienced communications operator to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in operating the existing Defence High Frequency Communications System (DHFCS) while supporting the implementation and operation of the upgraded Enhanced Defence High Frequency Communications System (EDHFCS).

About you

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, performing and delivering contracted Operations Support, monitoring, engineering, and operating voice and data circuits over HF and satellite, operating cryptographic keying equipment and maintaining a 12-hour rotational shift.

You will also achieve competency to operate DHFCS and EDHFCS Mission System, conduct initial investigations into system failures and reliability concerns, ensure compliance with SOPs, and complete administrative duties as required.

You will have the ability to collaborate and engage with internal stakeholders and work as part of a high functioning team. In addition to the above, qualifications in leadership, management, or communications will be highly regarded.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

  • A minimum of one year experience as a Defence Communications Operator, or experience in a similar field.
  • Experience in an operations role in a Defence environment.
  • Ability to work within a rotating shift roster.
  • Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Commonwealth Security Clearance.

Your future at Babcock - what we offer you

  • Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
  • We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;
  • You'll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
  • Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus wellbeing leave;
  • You'll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.

Who we are

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

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