Project Defence Technician
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Employment Type
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Closing Date
18 Apr 2026 11:59pmJob Title
Project Defence TechnicianJob Summary
Job Description
Were an iconic Aussie brand with a global footprint. Our purpose is to build a connected future so everyone can thrive. Were all about providing the best experience and delivering the best tech on the best network.
This includes making Telstra the place you want to work. For you that means a having career that grows with you and working with a team powered by human connection that prioritises wellbeing and choice.
What We Offer
Performance-related pay
Access to thousands of learning programs so you can level-up
Global presence across 22 countries; opportunities to work where we do business.
Purchased annual leave scheme
Additional Telstra day off
Additional 30% off Telstra products and services
Toolkit provided (laptop mobile phone plan paid for)
Our Defence team
Being in our Defence business means youll be working to provide secure network and solutions for our defence customer segment.
Please note all candidates must be Australian Citizens and hold a minimum of a Baseline AGSVA security clearance to be considered. This role will require you to obtain and maintain a NV1 AGSVA security clearance.
Were looking for a highly motivated and passionate Project Defence Technician to join the GBS Field Services Team. This is a 12-month fixed term position with a view to permanency it is onsite and based in Canberra.
Your key responsibilities and major tasks include but are not limited to:
Working on the customers ICT equipment that includes Defences Juniper ICT network wireless technology Skype of business voice and video conferencing
Managing workload within the customers services management tool to meet SLAs
Working individually or with other teams to resolve incidents within SLAs
Working individually or with other teams to deliver service requests that meet the customers requirements within SLAs
Updating documentation during changes to maintain accuracy of the ICT environment
Enough about us lets talk about you. To hit the ground running we are looking for individuals who can confidently demonstrate the following:
Hold a minimum of Baseline AGSVA security clearance.
Knowledge on data networks and products such as but not limited to Juniper and Cisco.
Experience in voice technology IP and analogue SFB.
Experience with passive ICT copper and fibre.
Demonstrated skills in VTC
Highly skilled in Microsoft Project Word Excel PowerPoint Visio.
Expert communication and presentation skills
Were amongst the top 2% of companies globally in the CDP Global Climate Change Index 2023 being awarded an A rating. If you want to work for a company that cares about sustainability we want to hear from you.
As part of your application with Telstra you may receive communications from us on(for job applications in Australia) and 1 (for job applications in the Philippines and India).
When you join our team you become part of a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone is respected valued and celebrated. We actively seek individuals from various backgrounds ethnicities genders and disabilities because we know that diversity not only strengthens our team but also enriches our work. We have zero tolerance for harassment of any kind and we prioritise creating a workplace culture where everyone is safe and can thrive.
As part of the hiring process all identified candidates will undergo a background check and the results will play a role in the final decision regarding your application.
We work flexibly at Telstra. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you. When you apply you can share your pronouns and / or any reasonable adjustments needed to take part equitably during the recruitment process.
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