Telecommunications Engineer (Level 3) – GPON/OLT

Permanent, Full Time

Onsite - Port Melbourne

Altitude is seeking an experienced Telecommunications Engineer (Level 3) – GPON/OLT for an established Australian telecommunications company specialising in fibre optic infrastructure and managed broadband networks.

The role will support engineering, deployment, commissioning and ongoing management of complex telecommunications infrastructure, including FTTP/FTTB fibre networks, GPON/XGS-PON, OLTs, ONTs, active Ethernet, switching, routing, Wi-Fi and managed broadband services.

This is a hands-on engineering role. The successful candidate will be able to independently trace a fault through the full network chain, from customer premises through the ONT, fibre, splitter and OLT to the switch, router and carrier, and resolve it without supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide advanced Level 3 technical support, diagnosing and resolving escalated network and customer issues
- Configure and troubleshoot OLT provisioning, PON profile configuration and ONT authentication across GPON/XGS-PON networks
- Design, review and troubleshoot fibre optic networks, including active Ethernet deployments, optical power testing and OTDR interpretation
- Configure and troubleshoot Layer 2 and Layer 3 network infrastructure, including VLANs, DHCP, DNS, NAT and routing
- Work closely with project managers, developers and contractors, providing technical input across design,



construction and commissioning stages
- Maintain accurate technical documentation, including network diagrams, configurations and fault investigation reports.

Key Requirements:

- ICT30419 Certificate III in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation, or equivalent telecommunications qualification
- Extensive experience in telecommunications/network engineering at a genuine Level 3 standard
- Hands-on experience with GPON, XGS-PON, OLT provisioning and ONT/ONU configuration, not limited to installation or field support
- Strong understanding of IP networking and Layer 2/Layer 3 technologies, including VLANs, DHCP, DNS, NAT, routing and IP addressing
- Experience configuring and troubleshooting switches and routers
- Current Australian driver licence, with the ability to work independently on complex technical problems.

How to apply:

Please apply now following the application process. Remember to include your email address and contact phone number so we can contact you regarding your application.

Interested in the role but don't have an updated CV? Let's have a chat regardless as we could assist you in preparing your CV for your next chance. Call us on 1300 95 16 59 for a confidential conversation.

Altitude is an equal opportunity employer that actively embraces diversity in its workforce through accurate community representation of gender, culture, thought, and work arrangements.

📌 Telecommunications Engineer (Level 3) – GPON/OLT (Port Melbourne)
🏢 Altitude
📍 Port Melbourne