1 Radio Technician Network Communications Specialist

Infrastructure Engineers implement, manage and retire the infrastructure (including physical, virtual, networking and cloud infrastructure) that supports digital services.

Key duties

The Services, delivered in collaboration with and under supervision by nominated AFP personnel, include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Providing operational support and technical advice through the acquisition, development, deployment, installation and maintenance of systems for use in Mobile Radio and fixed site communications equipment;

• Maintenance of the mission critical AFP radio network;

• Management of the national radio system using technologies including P25 and WAVE;

• Support the uplift of radio and communications capability through enterprise program management activities;

• Support and provide advice on the planning and implementation of telecommunications devices, networks and systems such as voice, radio, P25 core, two-way, data, microwave, satellite and digital data systems;

• Support and assist AFP in commercial discussions with State Radio Networks and vendors;

• Issue and return of radios (controlled items) for BAU and special operations;

• Decommissioning of redundant radio sites; and

• Support and assist in the AFP management of encryption for all radio devices

  • Support to operational vehicles and electronic items such as Digital Record of Interview (DROI).

  • Assist in the design and implementation of radios systems in Pacific islands

  • Assist in training of Pacific island technicians through mentoring and face to face delivery

  • Providing operational support and technical advice through the acquisition, development, deployment, installation and maintenance of systems for use in Mobile Radio and fixed site communications equipment;

  • Maintains and monitors network performance including investigating and resolving complex and system-wide network issues to meet operational requirements using a wide range of diagnostic tools and techniques;

  • Engages with and influences stakeholders to ensure services and solutions are developed to meet agreed service levels and quality standards to address client needs;

  • Undertakes contract management and procurement activities with State Radio Networks and vendors, including overseeing and measuring the fulfilment of contractual obligations;

  • Supports day-to-day management, resource planning and work allocation within the team to meet agreed service levels;

  • Monitors the external environment to gather intelligence on emerging technologies and evaluate the potential impact, threat and opportunities; and

  • Contribute to the uplift of radio and communications capability through enterprise program management activities including identifying and exploiting new technologies and improving existing technologies, ensuring they are fit for purpose and fit for use within operational context.

  • Work effectively in a small team environment;

  • Provide knowledge/skills transfer to other teams; and

  • Record and maintain files/information in accordance with AFP requirements

  As part of the services, the seller must ensure the specified personnel:

  • Maintains currency in information technology processes and technical knowledge through ongoing professional development.

  • Establishes and maintains effective business relationships and professional networks.

  • Contributes to and implements improved ICT practices and procedures.

  • Provides mentoring, coaching and training.

  • Works effectively in a small team environment, and wider Command environment.

  • Remains accountable for accurate completion of work within timeframes and quality requirements, shares own expertise with others and guides and mentors less experienced buyer employees.

  AFP Work Level Standards:
  AFP Band Level 6 Level Standards to apply.
  
  The AFP reserves the right to engage further suppliers for the same services if required utilising this RFQ. Any offer of engagement will be made within 6-months of the RFQ release date.