Engineering Technician

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Tait Full time

About the Opportunity
Build on your keen interest and technical skills in radio /RF communication systems. Collaborate with our engineering teams in the development of new systems and features.

Deliver hands-on technical configuration and testing support to engineering teams across Tait to ensure systems are maintained and necessary updates actioned.


  • Ensure that hardware and software automated systems are working, up to date and available for project teams to use as required.
  • Maintain, document, and update testing resources and automated test systems, including third party products.
  • Engage with project and ICT teams to ensure that system availability and capabilities are known.
  • Execute testing as specified and deliver reports to help reduce testing bottlenecks.
  • Report faults and quality problems using online issue management system.

Skills & Experience

  • A tertiary qualification in electrical engineering or telecommunications.
  • A strong interest in radio communications technologies. A good understanding or some experience of radio communications would be a significant advantage.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to convey complex information effectively.
  • Excellent Microsoft Office skills are essential.
  • The ability to safely lift heavy equipment and access confined spaces is necessary.
  • Practical experience building RF cables and systems would be advantageous.

Benefits

In return, we offer:

  • Discretionary Bonus Scheme
  • Relocation assistance to support your move to Christchurch (where applicable)
  • Incredible worklife balance live in an exciting and vibrant city which is a gateway to adventure across the South Island
  • State of the art office facilities with free onsite parking
  • Annual flu vaccinations
  • Extra sick leave in your first year
  • Onsite gym and café facilities
  • Long service benefits
  • An active social club (including regular sausage sizzles)

About the Company


For more than 50 years, Tait Communications has been designing, delivering, and supporting critical communications networks for public safety, transportation and utility customers around the world.

Founded in Christchurch by Sir Angus Tait, we now have a network of customers and offices that spans the globe.


Our employees value being part of a creative team committed to providing technological solutions that make a real difference to the communities we support.

By joining Tait, you'll be joining a community of people with a wealth of knowledge and expertise, who care deeply about their work and the genuine impact it has for our customers, and who support each other to grow and develop.


How to Apply
Applications will close Tuesday February 7th 2023.

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