Telecommunications Network Planner

Employment Type: Full-time, ongoing

Location: Australia

Salary: AUD $90,000–$110,000 per annum plus superannuation

Employer: Arvensys Group

About the Business

Arvensys Group provides technology consulting and solutions across digital transformation, infrastructure, cybersecurity and managed services. Its services include enterprise applications, cloud services, field services and solutions for clients in the telecommunications sector.

The Telecommunications Network Planner supports the delivery of client telecommunications projects by translating customer connectivity requirements into practical infrastructure plans. Working with engineers, field personnel and project teams, the role contributes to coordinated network development, accurate technical documentation and effective implementation.

Position Purpose

The Telecommunications Network Planner is responsible for planning the development, extension and improvement of customer access telecommunications network infrastructure. The role assesses service demand, existing assets and network constraints, and prepares the plans and supporting technical information required to deliver reliable customer connectivity.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

i. Review client service requirements, existing network records and demand forecasts to identify customer access infrastructure needs.

ii. Assess network coverage, capacity and performance information to recommend extensions, upgrades and more effective use of existing infrastructure.

iii. Prepare network layouts, route plans and technical schedules for customer connections, identifying appropriate access technologies and equipment requirements.

iv. Interpret survey findings and site information to account for existing assets, physical constraints, service availability and access requirements.

v. Develop scope documents, material schedules and cost estimates to support project assessment, procurement and implementation planning.

vi. Coordinate planning information with engineers, field teams, service providers and suppliers to ensure proposed works meet technical and delivery requirements.

vii. Review plans against applicable telecommunications standards, carrier specifications, safety requirements and relevant approval conditions.

viii. Provide technical advice on proposed network changes and assist delivery teams in resolving planning discrepancies and infrastructure constraints.

ix. Review implementation feedback and network performance results to identify necessary changes to capacity, connectivity or planned infrastructure.

x. Maintain accurate drawings, asset records, planning assumptions and revision histories, incorporating approved changes and completed works.

Required Technical Skills

Network Planning

i. Sound understanding of customer access network infrastructure, connectivity requirements, capacity assessment and network development planning.

ii. Ability to interpret network layouts, asset records, technical specifications and site survey information.

Planning Tools and Documentation

iii. Proficiency with relevant network planning, computer-aided drafting or geographic information system tools to prepare accurate drawings and schedules.

iv. Ability to prepare material schedules, scope documents and cost estimates, supported by clear records of planning assumptions and revisions.

Technical Coordination and Compliance

v. Understanding of applicable telecommunications standards, carrier requirements, and the safety and access considerations relevant to planned works.

vi. Ability to evaluate technical information and communicate planning requirements clearly to engineers, field personnel, suppliers and client representatives.

Required Experience

i. Relevant experience in telecommunications network planning, network development or a closely related technical role.

ii. Demonstrated involvement in preparing customer access network plans, assessing infrastructure requirements and coordinating planning information for project delivery.

iii. Experience reviewing site and network information, resolving planning discrepancies and maintaining accurate technical records.

iv. Ability to manage assigned planning responsibilities independently while working effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

Qualifications

i. A relevant AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in telecommunications, network engineering or a closely related discipline.

ii. At least three years of relevant experience and/or relevant vendor certification may substitute for the formal qualification, consistent with ANZSCO Skill Level 2.

Preference will be given to Australian citizens and permanent residents.