VIC - Melbourne - 655 Collins StService Stream's Telecommunications Division are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our team!
About the Role
Service Stream’s Telecommunications division is currently seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our SAED team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing professional engineering services to support the design and delivery of telecommunication base stations.
Nature of position: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Flexible – Can be based in Melbourne, Sydney, or Brisbane
Key Responsibilities
Design AC specifications & SLD, DC power systems, earthing & lightning protection, and equipment/shelter configuration as per carrier requirements.
Assess AC and DC cable sizing, PSU battery reserves, shelter/ODU/equipment room heat loads & cooling, soil resistivity tests, and site AC maximum demand calculations.
Review designs for compliance with relevant carrier specifications, Australian Standards, and local state SIRs.
Provide engineering support throughout the project delivery lifecycle from design to build and acceptance.
Work with construction teams to resolve site issues and incorporate buildability feedback in future designs.
Liaise and negotiate with Supply Authorities for new connection requests or upgrades.
Mentor junior engineers.
About You
Tertiary qualification in a relevant Engineering discipline (Electrical, Electronic, Telecommunication etc).
Eligible for, or a recognised Member of Institute of Engineers Australia (MIEAust).
Significant professional services experience in a consulting environment.
Sound understanding of Australian Standards (AS3000, AS3008, AS3015, AS1768 etc) and State Service and Installation Rules.
Experience with DNSP connection processes and approvals.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with project teams.
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.
Benefits of working with us include
Flexible working – genuine hybrid working options available
Growth – career development opportunities within a national, growing organisation
Discounts – access to retail partners such as Woolworths, Airbnb, JB Hi‑Fi and Bupa
Paid leave – parental, cultural, community service, study, volunteering and purchased leave
Culture – a supportive, inclusive workplace that values diversity and celebrates excellence
Engineering
If this sounds like you apply now to the Service Stream Recruitment Team via the online application button.
Service Stream plays a vital role, working with our clients in keeping communities connected to essential network services across Australia.
Service Stream is an S&P/ASX 300 listed business providing integrated end-to-end asset life-cycle services to utility and telecommunications asset owners, operators and regulators across Australia.
We specialise in the design, construction, operation and maintenance of assets across these networks. We are technology-agnostic to the various types of networks, delivering a range of services across power, gas, water and renewable energy utilities, roads, rail, ITS, and fixed and wireless telecommunication networks.
ESSENTIAL NETWORK SERVICE SPECIALISTS
Design, construct, operate and maintain:
Telecommunications
- Fixed-Line
- Wireless
Utilities
- Electricity
- Gas
- Water
- Renewable Energy
- Engineering & Construction Services
Transport
- Roads
- Rail
- Industrial Services
ASX300 Company | ASX listed since 2004
5000+ employees underpinning a strong performance capability
Access to a pool of more than 3,000 skilled contractors
