Description:
Primary Location VIC - Ferntree Gully Job Description Summary An exciting opportunity for a Field Team Leader to contribute to the project through leading the Network Maintenance field workforce across multiple work types and clients. About the RoleThe Field Team Leader will provide leadership by safely managing people, projects, and processes. This includes planning, execution and closing activities necessary to successfully build, maintain and decommission telecommunication networks for major clients such as Optus, Uecomm, NBN, Telstra, TPG, Telco Authorities and Power Utility.
This role requires availability for rostered on-call duties, including working outside normal hours on a regular basis.
Nature of position: Permanent full time
Location: VIC
Reporting Line: State Field Delivery Manager
Responsibilities
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Provide leadership to safely manage people, projects, and processes, ensuring compliance with all state and federal safety regulations and Service Streams' policies.
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Act as the point of contact between management and the field workforce, coordinating operations while minimising disruptions to construction activities.
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Lead and mentor field staff to achieve project goals, ensuring all KPIs, contract performance requirements, and safety standards are met.
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Monitor site progress, resolve delays or disputes, and ensuring productivity aligns with project budgets.
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Manage pre-construction activities, including site inspections, constructability reviews, and resource allocation to prevent delays.
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Maintain accurate data in the work order management system, track recoverable costs, and oversee field operations to ensure compliance with project timelines and specifications.
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Communicate with subcontractors, suppliers, and third parties (e.g., landowners, councils, regulatory authorities) as required.
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Assist with fleet maintenance, material management, stakeholder engagement, and training verification for all project personnel.
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Promote a strong team culture, fostering staff development, retention and open communication.
About you:
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At least 5 years of experience in telecommunications and infrastructure services
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Valid driver's licence and Construction OH&S induction card
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to coordinate teams and manage on-site operations
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Expertise in civil and telecommunications work, including problem-solving and interpreting construction plans
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Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
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Excellent communication and time management abilities
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Commitment to maintaining safety, quality, and compliance with regulations
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Dedicated to staff development, coaching, and stakeholder engagement
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Proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven
Benefits Of Working With Us Include
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Growth – We are growing and there are opportunities for your career development across our business units.
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Discounts - Employee rewards program and employee discounts across hundreds of businesses such as Woolworths, Air BNB, The Iconic, JB HI-FI, Dan Murphys, Bupa Health Care, Specsavers and many more! We also offer access to novated leasing.
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Paid Leave - Parental, cultural, community service, study, corporate volunteering and purchased leave available.
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Culture – we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We celebrate excellence through our Kudos Awards, and significant milestones from 5 years of service are rewarded.
About Us
Service Stream is an equal opportunity ASX-listed business that develops and operates Australia's essential services networks across telecommunications, utilities, transport, defence, and social infrastructure industries. We keep communities connected.
Please submit your interest with the apply button. We celebrate diversity at Service Stream and welcome applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with a disability or neurodivergence, and those from LGBTIQA+, Veteran or other diverse groups.
Service Stream does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from external Recruitment or Labour Hire Companies.
Department Field Services How to ApplyIf this sounds like you apply now to the Service Stream Recruitment Team via the online application button.