Data & Communications Technician

Looking for variety and a long-term career in communications? 

Alliance SI is looking for a qualified Data & Communications Technician to join our Brisbane team. 

We deliver communications infrastructure for large Australian and global customers across data centres, commercial and industrial facilities, major construction projects and customer premises. 

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and is comfortable working on a major construction site, installing high-density fibre in a data centre or representing Alliance SI at a customer’s premises. 

With 2 RDOs per month and a company vehicle provided, this is an opportunity to build your career while working across a variety of projects and environments. 

You will join an experienced and supportive team that values safe work, quality installations and looking after one another. Many of our team members have built long careers with Alliance SI, creating a strong culture of teamwork, knowledge sharing and development. 

What you will be doing 

• Install, terminate and test copper and fibre optic communications cabling across data centres, commercial buildings and customer premises. 
• Deliver structured cabling systems, including Cat6, Cat6A, fibre backbones and high-density MPO/MTP installations. 
• Carry out large-scale communications construction works, including backbone and horizontal cabling across buildings and facilities. 
• Install communications racks, cabinets, containment and cable pathways, including equipment mounting, rack and stack, patching and fit-off. 
• Complete additions, relocations and upgrades within existing customer environments, coordinating works to minimise disruption. 
• Read and interpret project scopes, specifications, drawings and cable schedules. 
• Complete cable testing, fault finding, labelling and handover documentation. 
• Communicate professionally with customers, site contacts and other trades. 
• Work closely with supervisors and project managers to meet project milestones and customer requirements. 
• Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping and workmanship. 
• Support apprentices and other technicians while contributing to a positive team culture. 

What you will bring 

• ACMA Cabling Registration with Structured, Fibre and Coax endorsements (essential) 
• A current White Card and Driver’s Licence (essential) 
• EWP-Boom Licence Advantageous 
• A current Electrical Licence (desirable)
• Experience installing, terminating and testing structured copper and fibre optic cabling. 
• Experience working on commercial communications projects, construction sites or within customer premises. 
• The ability to work independently on smaller jobs and contribute to a team on larger builds. 
• Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering a neat, compliant installation. 
• Confidence following drawings, specifications, testing requirements and customer procedures. 
• A reliable, practical and professional approach to your work. 

Data centre experience will be highly regarded. We also encourage experienced communications technicians with commercial or construction backgrounds who are keen to develop their skills in this area to apply. 

What we offer 

• Competitive EA hourly rates based on skills and experience.  
• Fully maintained company vehicle and fuel card.  
• Enjoy accrued RDOs (2 per month) and two annual pay reviews  
• Varied work across data centres, large-scale communications construction projects and customer premises.  
• The opportunity to deliver projects for large Australian and global customers.  
• Exposure to technically advanced installations supporting AI, cloud computing and digital services.  
• Opportunities to develop your skills, learn from experienced colleagues and build a long-term career.  
• A supportive team that values quality work, collaboration and your contribution.  

Why Alliance SI? 

Alliance SI has been delivering electrical and communications infrastructure across Australia for 49 years. Our work spans commercial facilities, industrial sites, infrastructure, defence, transport, data centres, critical environments and communications networks.  

Our people are what set us apart. Many employees have built long-term careers with Alliance SI, progressing from apprentices and technicians into supervisors, project managers and senior leaders.

We value people who take pride in their work, support their teammates and want to continue developing their skills. Our values of excellence, integrity, passion and pride guide how we work with our customers and with each other. 

Our commitment 

Alliance SI acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging. We proudly support diversity and inclusion. As members of Empowered Women in Trade, we welcome applications from people of all genders and backgrounds. 

Apply now with your résumé and a brief introduction outlining your relevant experience.