Telecommunications

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Linesworker

Linesworkers install and repair outdoor telecommunications cables, connecting systems like TV and broadband while performing diagnostics and repairs.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Beginner

Junior Telecommunications Technician

Junior Telecommunications Technicians assist in installing and maintaining telecommunications equipment, performing outdoor tasks under supervision.

Avg yearly income $63,648
Skill level Beginner

Telecommunications Trades Assistant

A Telecommunications Trades Assistant installs and maintains data transmission equipment, diagnoses faults, and ensures safety in team settings.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Unknown

Telecommunications Technician

Telecommunications Technicians install and maintain fibre optic cables and equipment, reading diagrams and testing connections at various locations.

Avg yearly income $84,188
Skill level Unknown

Electrical Technician

Electrical Technicians diagnose and repair electrical systems, design new installations, and must possess strong analytical and communication skills.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown

Telecommunications Engineer

A Telecommunications Engineer designs, builds, and repairs communication systems and equipment, requiring strong analytical and teamwork skills.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown

Circuit Board Designer

A Circuit Board Designer creates circuits for telecommunication projects, collaborating with engineers to meet client needs while ensuring precision and efficiency.

Avg yearly income $70,200
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in telecommunications

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
52867WA

Advanced Diploma of Industrial Data Communication, Networking and IT
Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician
ICT60220

Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunications Network Engineering)
Blended
24 months
$18,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Engineer Telecommunications Engineer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Network Engineer Telecommunications Engineer
UEE62220

Advanced Diploma of Electrical - Engineering
On Campus
3 - 4 years
$0 - $26,120
  • Completed Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent qualifications OR
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician
  • Completed Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent qualifications OR
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician
UEE30420

Certificate III in Data and Voice Communications
Apprenticeship, On Campus, Traineeship
24 - 36 months
$0 - $7,700
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician
UEE22020

Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
2 - 24 months
$0 - $8,583
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Junior Telecommunications Technician Telecommunications Trades Assistant Electrical Trades Assistant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Junior Telecommunications Technician Telecommunications Trades Assistant Electrical Trades Assistant
ICT30519

Certificate III in Telecommunications Technology
Apprenticeship, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $4,850
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Linesworker Junior Telecommunications Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Linesworker Junior Telecommunications Technician
ICT30419

Certificate III in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation
On Campus
12 months
$4,850
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Linesworker Junior Telecommunications Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Linesworker Junior Telecommunications Technician
ICT20319

Certificate II in Telecommunications Technology
On Campus
8 months
$3,525
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Linesworker Junior Telecommunications Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Linesworker Junior Telecommunications Technician
UEE60220

Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 years
$0 - $21,250
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Engineer Circuit Board Designer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Engineer Circuit Board Designer
UEE62122

Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical
On Campus
24 months
$0 - $23,575
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CAD Operator Telecommunications Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CAD Operator Telecommunications Technician
UEE50520

Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering
Blended, On Campus
22 - 36 months
$0 - $32,960
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician Electrical Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician Electrical Technician
22519VIC

Certificate IV in Integrated Technologies
On Campus
12 - 24 months
$0 - $1,308
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Technician
UEE20520

Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair
On Campus
6 - 24 months
$0 - $1,916
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Trades Assistant Telecommunications Trades Assistant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Trades Assistant Telecommunications Trades Assistant
UEE20720

Certificate II in Data and Voice Communications
Blended, On Campus
6 - 18 months
$0 - $8,463
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician

Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications) (Honours)
On Campus
4 years
$35,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Engineer Communications Engineer Telecommunications Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Engineer Communications Engineer Telecommunications Technician
UET30621

Certificate III in ESI - Distribution Overhead
Apprenticeship, On Campus
12 months
$0 - $7,670
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Linesman Linesworker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Linesman Linesworker
UET30521

Certificate III in ESI - Transmission Overhead
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Fitter Electrical Linesman Linesworker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrical Fitter Electrical Linesman Linesworker

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical Engineering)
On Campus
4 years
$0 - $38,420
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Communications Engineer Telecommunications Engineer Computer Engineer
Electrical Engineer Electronic Engineer Control Systems Engineer Power Systems Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Communications Engineer Telecommunications Engineer Computer Engineer Electrical Engineer Electronic Engineer Control Systems Engineer Power Systems Engineer + 4 more

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electronic Engineering)
On Campus
4 years
$0 - $38,420
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electronic Engineer Automation Engineer Computer Hardware Engineer
Embedded Systems Engineer Firmware Engineer Circuit Board Designer Robotics Engineer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electronic Engineer Automation Engineer Computer Hardware Engineer Embedded Systems Engineer Firmware Engineer Circuit Board Designer Robotics Engineer + 4 more

Master of Engineering Science (Electrical Engineering)
On Campus
12 - 24 months
$0 - $84,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Control Systems Engineer Electrical Engineer Renewable Energy Engineer
Systems Engineer Telecommunications Engineer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Control Systems Engineer Electrical Engineer Renewable Energy Engineer Systems Engineer Telecommunications Engineer + 2 more
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