Join Tame Engineering as a Communications Technician

Immediate Start Available Tame Engineering is seeking an experienced and motivated Communications Technician to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a range of mining communication and operational technology systems while enjoying a balanced FIFO 8:6 roster.

LOCATION: FIFO from Perth

ROSTER: 8:6 Day Shift Only

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Permanent Full-Time

START DATE: Immediate Start

About the Role

As a Communications Technician with Tame Engineering, you will be responsible for the installation, support, and maintenance of critical mining communication systems, operational technologies, and infrastructure across mining operations. You will play a key role in ensuring reliable connectivity, system performance, and operational efficiency throughout site.

Key responsibilities include

- Installing, configuring, and maintaining communication infrastructure including Fibre Optic and structured cabling.
- Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting CCTV systems, including fixed IP and PTZ camera networks.
- Deploying and maintaining repeaters, telemetry systems, battery banks, and solar-powered communications infrastructure.
- Responding to communication outages, performing root cause analysis, and maintaining accurate maintenance and fault records.
- Ensuring communication systems meet operational, safety, and compliance requirements.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

- Trade qualification in Communications, Electronics, Electrotechnology, or equivalent industry experience.




- Current WA Class C Driver's Licence.
- ACMA-endorsed structured cabling licence (including fibre).
- Experience working with mining communication systems and operational technologies.
- Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding capabilities.
- The ability to work autonomously and safely within a mining environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

- Understanding of two-way radio systems, IP networking, LTE/5G, Wi-Fi networks, and communication backhaul technologies.
- Previous experience supporting communication systems within mining or heavy industry environments.

What We Offer

- Permanent full-time employment.
- Immediate start available.
- FIFO 8:6 roster from Perth.
- Competitive remuneration package.
- Career development and training opportunities.
- Exposure to a wide range of mining communication and operational technology systems.
- A strong safety-focused culture.
- Prospect to work with a professional and supportive team.

Why Tame Engineering?

At Tame Engineering, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality engineering, communications, and technology solutions to the resources sector. Our people are at the centre of everything we do, and we are committed to creating a safe, collaborative, and rewarding work environment where employees can develop their skills and build long-term careers. If you're looking for your next challenge and want to join a dynamic team with an immediate start, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of the Tame Engineering team.

📌 Communications Technician (Perth)
🏢 Tame Engineering
📍 Perth