Field Installation Technician - Automatic Weather Stations

Your new company
An exciting opportunity exists for a hands-on Field Installation Technician to join a large-scale infrastructure and technology deployment program across Western Australia. This role will see you working on the installation, commissioning, and rollout of Automated Weather Station (AWS) systems across regional and remote locations. You will be part of a team delivering critical environmental monitoring infrastructure while working with advanced instrumentation, telemetry, power systems, and communications equipment.

Your new role
As a Field Installation Technician, you will play a key role in delivering automated weather monitoring projects from installation through to commissioning. You will work across metropolitan, regional, and remote locations, ensuring all equipment is deployed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with technical standards.Key ResponsibilitiesAWS Installation & Commissioning

- Install, configure, test, and commission Automated Weather Station (AWS) equipment.
- Conduct site assessments and verify infrastructure readiness before deployment.
- Perform acceptance testing, calibration checks, and commissioning activities.
- Upgrade, replace, or decommission legacy monitoring equipment.
- Ensure all systems meet quality, compliance, and operational standards before handover.

Field Operations & Maintenance
- Provide post-installation support and defect rectification during rollout phases.
- Diagnose and resolve faults in newly deployed systems.
- Assist with equipment stabilisation and performance verification.

Asset & Configuration Management
- Maintain accurate installation and asset records within enterprise systems.
- Record configuration details for sensors, telemetry equipment, enclosures, and power systems.
- Ensure documentation and as-built records are updated and maintained.

Data Quality & Compliance
- Validate data streams and system performance during commissioning.




- Investigate and rectify data quality issues prior to operational handover.
- Ensure installations comply with technical, safety, and industry standards.

Travel & Deployment
- Travel regularly to regional and remote locations throughout Western Australia.
- Participate in multi-day and multi-week field deployments.
- Work safely in challenging environments and varying weather conditions.

Stakeholder Engagement
- Liaise with contractors, landholders, and local stakeholders regarding site access and installation activities.
- Represent the organisation professionally on-site and during field operations.

What you'll need to succeed
Essential Requirements

- Certificate III (AQF Level 3) or higher in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Instrumentation, or a related technical discipline; or equivalent industry experience.
- Solid hands-on experience with field installation, commissioning, maintenance, or technical deployment activities.
- Experience working with electrical, electronic, communications, telemetry, or instrumentation systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose technical faults in field-based environments.
- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
- Current Australian Driver's Licence.
- Willingness to travel extensively, including remote and regional locations.

What you'll get in return

- Long-term contract opportunity with potential extensions.
- Work on high-profile infrastructure and technology deployment projects.
- Opportunity to travel across Western Australia and work in unique locations.
- Exposure to advanced monitoring, telemetry, and environmental technology systems.
- Supportive team environment with strong safety culture.
- Competitive market rates.

What you need to do now
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