Telecommunications Technician

reqId: 167507

Category: Trades, Labour & Maintenance Services

Location: Christchurch, Canterbury, 8042

Permanent

Our Wireless and Critical Infrastructure team is on the lookout for an experienced, self‑driven Technician to join our Telecommunications division, based in Christchurch.

WHAT’S ON OFFER

• Competitive remuneration with great benefits, including Health Insurance and Fuel Discounts
• A supportive, inclusive culture at Ventia – where your contribution genuinely matters
• Career progression opportunities within a national organisation
• Enjoy a unique lifestyle working in Twizel, surrounded by alpine landscapes, lakes, and outdoor adventure

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is an exciting opportunity to work on new and upcoming projects for high‑profile clients across the Power and Telecommunications industries. You’ll play a key role in installing, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting Transmission communication systems that keep critical infrastructure connected.

The role offers flexibility, with participation in a 24/7 standby roster required. You’ll also have opportunities to travel across projects, including working away from home at times (occasionally with short notice).

ABOUT YOU

You’re hands‑on, safety‑focused, and comfortable working at heights. You bring proven experience on New Zealand or Australian telecommunications or power networks and thrive in field‑based environments. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, enabling you to build trusted relationships and deliver high‑quality commissioning documentation.

Ideally, you’ll have experience with:

• Low Voltage DC Power Plant installation & commissioning (including battery testing)
• Relevant Telecommunications industry experience
• IP networks (Nokia, Alcatel‑Lucent, Cisco highly regarded)
• Transmission installation & commissioning (Ethernet, SDH, PDH)
• Outside and Inside Plant cabling, testing, and fault repair
• Protection signalling systems
• Data cabling and tray/raceway installation
• WiFi, VOIP & SCADA systems
• Microsoft Excel & Word
• Electrical Registration desirable
• Ability to interpret and work from technical drawings
• RF feeder and antenna installation experience

About Ventia

As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.

Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Māori and Pasifika peoples and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.

How to apply

Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.

Position Reference Number: 167507