Radio Installer

Do you want to work for an iconic Western Australian organisation committed to changing lives and making a difference to your community?

For more than 130 years, St John WA has been a cornerstone of support in Western Australia connecting with community through education, training and care.  

As a trusted not-for-profit, the organisation’s unwavering mission is to serve humanity and build resilient communities which we do through a strong team spirit, camaraderie and the collaboration of all team members – paid and volunteers alike - working together to support wellbeing and health for every Western Australian.  

St John WA is powered by team members who have a strong sense of belonging and purpose and combined we are a leader in pre-hospital care and related products with revenue of about $500 million across 17 different services, and a team of 8500 including 3500 paid team members and 5000 volunteer team members.   

Last year, we connected with 1.2 million Western Australians including:  

• 340,000 people through first aid training, education and engagement,  
• 362,000 people who received care close to where they live and work,  
• 410,000 received trusted transport and emergency care when they needed it most.   

A job to be proud of:

As a Radio Installer with St John WA you will join a proactive and self-motivating team in a modern workshop based in Belmont and assist with the installation and deinstallation of communications equipment used within the St John Ambulance Fleet. This is an opportunity to develop your skill set with an evolving Not For Profit Organisation providing an essential service in your community.

This is a permanent full time role working Monday - Friday 8am - 4.30pm with a one hour lunch break.

What you’ll do:

• Action installation and deinstallation jobs as per line manager requirements
• Follow vehicle delivery schedule to ensure no disruptions to operational workflows
• Meet KPIs associated with installation and deinstallation of all communication and data equipment
• Assist career ambulance employees and volunteers with system and radio requirements
• Liaise with Metropolitan and Country St John Staff and Volunteers to arrange vehicle installation requirements and coordinate installation times
• Update fleet management system as required
• Maintain the required stock levels of equipment and consumables used in the vehicle installation process

What you’ll need:

• Understanding of and experience with radio frequency technologies and communications equipment
• Ability to work autonomously
• Mechanically competent
• Familiar with vehicle 12 Volt electrical systems
• Intermediate level of competency in Microsoft Office programs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to professionally communicate with different stakeholders
• Knowledge of 3G, 4G, WIFI and satellite forms of communication (desirable)
• Experience with the installation of emergency lights and sirens (desirable)

What’s in it for you?

The successful candidate will be offered a supportive working environment within a positive and professional team along with:

• $550 Health and Wellness reimbursement
• 17.5 per cent annual leave loading
• St John Uniform
• Salary packaging options
• Free emergency ambulance cover
• Free first aid training

To apply please select "Apply Now". Applications must include a detailed cover letter outlining your motivations for this position and resume.

Alternatively, if you have any questions please contact Katherine Park on 9334 8273

Applications close Sunday 22nd of September 2024

St John WA is committed to creating an inclusive environment which provides a sense of belonging and enables a welcoming, diverse, capable and connected workforce who represent the community we serve. Our goal is to ensure people feel safe to be themselves.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants.

Please note that St John will not accept recruitment agency applications for this position.

St John reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John.

St John may begin the shortlisting process prior to the closing date