Regional Telecommunications Specialist - Fixed Term - Te Upoko Region at New Zealand Government

Position: Regional Telecommunications Specialist – Fixed Term – Te Upoko Region Location: Wellington, New Zealand (anywhere within TeUpoko region) Duration: Fixed-term role through 24 December 2026, starting ASAP. Salary: $102,751 – $114,168 pro rata, depending on skills and experience. Overview You are an experienced telecommunications professional with a strong background in radio communications and a passion for supporting frontline operations. Reporting to the National Telecommunications Manager, you will be part of a small specialist team providing regional and nationally consistent telecommunications support, focusing on rural operational requirements. Responsibilities Support, maintain, and troubleshoot radio and communications systems across stations, vehicles, and operational environments. Manage contractor support and installation, including ensuring quality assurance. Deliver telecommunications projects from planning through to implementation. Coordinate telecommunications equipment installations, upgrades, and maintenance. Provide Level2 and Level3 technical support and fault resolution. Regularly travel throughout the region. Qualifications & Experience Proven experience designing, installing, and supporting radio communications systems. Strong understanding of telecommunications and communications technologies. Experience with communications hardware, networking equipment, and related technologies. A relevant tertiary qualification in telecommunications, engineering, ICT, or equivalent industry experience. Understanding of rural operational firefighting environments and their communication requirements. Experience managing technical projects or contracts. Additional Skills Strong customer service and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to build, configure, and support hardware solutions using off‑the‑shelf products. Ability to work effectively with suppliers, contractors, and frontline teams. Eligibility Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory for this role. Application Applications close 17July2026. Please submit your application through the official vacancy page. Applications sent via email will not be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr