Technical Specialist, Radio

• A key and active participant of the Operational Telecommunications Systems team 
• Provide specialised technical advice 
• Fixed-term, full-time role (2 months), located in Burwood East

About Triple Zero Victoria

Triple Zero Victoria (TZV) provides the critical link between the Victorian community and the state’s emergency services agencies. It provides Victoria’s 24-hour emergency call-taking and dispatch services for Police, Fire, Ambulance and VICSES.  

This integration of emergency services communications within Triple Zero Victoria is unique in Australia and rare worldwide. The team at Triple Zero Victoria are deeply committed to the community they serve and are among the most dedicated and highly skilled in their field.

About the Role

The Technical Specialist, Radio Systems is a key and active participant of the Operational Telecommunications Systems team within the Emergency Communications Information Services (ECIS) Department. 

The Technical Specialist role supports all technical matters for the radio-based network systems and the devices that support these systems, i.e. radio terminals, which include the Managed Device Service (MDS), Metropolitan Mobile Radio (MMR) and Regional Mobile Radio (RMR) services through vendor and technical stakeholder management for radio systems technical matters within the ECIS portfolio.

This position provides specialised technical advice to the Manager, Radio Systems ensuring the operation of the MDS, MMR and RMR services in a mission critical environment for Victoria’s law enforcement and public safety organisations.

Day to day responsibilities include:

•   Provide comprehensive advice and support for the design, performance, and maintenance of all operational telecommunications systems.
•   Collaborate with the Manager, Radio Systems to implement state and provider requests, carefully evaluating risks and impacts throughout the change lifecycle
•   Foster strong relationships with State and Service Providers by delivering high-level technical advice and ensuring superior service delivery on behalf of Triple Zero Victoria.
•   Research complex coverage and capacity issues while identifying, resolving, and reporting on emerging risks and network trends.
•   Lead the development and execution of robust test plans in collaboration with the testing team, ensuring all requirements are validated and issues are resolved through to final acceptance.

About You

The successful candidate will have the following experience, skills and attributes:

•   Tertiary qualifications in Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience (desirable)
•   Minimum five years’ experience in the Emergency Services Sector – Operational Communications environment
•   Substantial knowledge of P25 Radio Systems
•   Detailed knowledge of information technology networking and application fundamentals
•   Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders 

What We Can Offer You

You will be supporting a critical service to the Victorian community and will be rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements and employee benefits including:

• Employee assistance program for employees and eligible family members
• Discounted health insurance, banking services and gym membership
• ‘Memberlink’ discount card, accepted by 1,000's of retailers and services providers
• Free staff parking at all our sites
• Salary packaging options after an initial service period

Triple Zero Victoria is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our workplace. We encourage and celebrate diversity in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTQIA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for our roles. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the Victorian community in which we live.

How to Apply

Click the ‘Apply’ button which will direct you to the Triple Zero Victoria Careers Portal. From here you can submit your application, which should include a current resume and cover letter outlining your interest in the role and linking your experience to the position.

Please note: all applications must be submitted via our Triple Zero Victoria Careers Portal. We kindly ask that you do not send your application by email as we require you to complete a mandatory application form to accompany your application.

For a confidential discussion, please email Careers@triplezero.vic.gov.au.

Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Applications must be submitted by 11.59pm, Sunday 12 April, 2026.

Other Relevant Information

Applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or a Permanent Resident. If you have applied for an ongoing position, you can only be considered for a fixed term period of employment that does not exceed your visa term. Employment will be subject to providing evidence of your Australian working rights.

Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Medical Declaration, with employment subject to a National Police Check clearance.

If you require any adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Triple Zero Victoria's Careers team via Careers@triplezero.vic.gov.au.