Rigging Technical Trainee - Sydney/Newcastle

Job Summary

As a Telstra Rigging Telecommunications Trainee, you will work alongside a mentor offering you ongoing coaching, support and mentoring during your traineeship. We will build on your current strengths, attributes and values and provide you the technical skills required to start a career in one of Australia's fastest growing industries.
As a Trainee Rigger you will be provided with all the necessary equipment (Including a company vehicle, phone and clothing) to do your work. You'll also receive Telecommunication Technology Cert III training during the traineeship along with High-Risk Work Licenses.
Your role involves assisting in the provision of technical service, solutions and support to the networks, infrastructure, products and services supplied and operated by Telstra, giving you the opportunity to kick start your career in a supportive team environment.
You will actively participate in a diverse team environment to deliver the optimum customer and commercial outcomes aligned to Telstra's values and strategy.
Current location in demand: NSW - Sydney/Newcastle

To be considered for the opportunity you will need the following skills & attributes:

• Ability to follow strict Occupational Health and Safety instructions and practices
• Ability to work at heights up to or above 100 meters
• Ability to work and travel away from home
• Physically fit and healthy to climb and work on towers at heights
• Ability to undergo pre-employment medical and drug alcohol screening
• Ability to undertake a police check
• Professional and polite communication
• Be technically minded

This offer is a 12-month fixed term contract with opportunity for a permanent contract thereafter.
Qualifications:

• A valid driver's license.
• No prior qualifications need.
• Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment undertaken by RTO.

Inclusion Matters Here:
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.
Must be available to start on 20th of July, 2026
📣 Note:
"Upon submitting your application, you will receive an online assessment that you will need to complete. This assessment is an important part of our selection process, and we encourage you to complete it as soon as possible. Good luck, and we look forward to seeing your results!"
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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.
If this opportunity sounds like a perfect fit for you, we'd encourage you to apply!