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There are Army Reserve depots located all around Australia, and this role may be available near you even if not listed in the locations below. Speak to a recruiter to find out more, or <a href="https://army.adfcareers.gov.au/army-reserve#unitlocator">click</a> here to find the Army Reserve depots closest to you. <div class='reserve-location-list'><ul>ACT<ul><li>Canberra ACT 2600 - HMAS Harman</li></ul>NSW<ul><li>Adamstown NSW 2289 - Bullecourt Barracks</li><li>Holsworthy NSW 2173 - Holsworthy Barracks</li><li>Randwick NSW 2031 - Randwick Barracks</li></ul>QLD<ul><li>Enoggera QLD 4051 - Gallipoli Barracks</li><li>Townsville QLD 4813 - Lavarack Barracks</li></ul>SA<ul><li>Keswick SA 5035 - Keswick Barracks</li></ul>TAS<ul><li>Glenorchy TAS 7010 - Derwent Barracks</li></ul>VIC<ul><li>Watsonia VIC 3087 - Simpson Barracks</li></ul>WA<ul><li>Karrakatta WA 6010 - Irwin Barracks</li></ul></ul></div>

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On the battlefield, the Royal Australian Corps of Signals (RA Sigs) provides commanders with the means of controlling the battle using a number of methods including radio, fibre optic, microwave, information systems and satellite links. By planning, deploying and maintaining robust, scalable, secure local and wide area networks, RA Sigs ensures the Army's information services are available 24/7 anywhere in the world.
As a Communication Systems Operator you will ensure that your Commander can communicate over a range of different communications networks, using satellite terminals, radios, hand-held and desktop data terminals and security equipment. Your training will give you the skills you need to become proficient in radio-telephone voice procedures, touch typing, electronic data transfer and a variety of software applications.
As a Communication Systems Operator you will be a member of a closely-knit detachment, where teamwork, self-motivation, co-operation and good inter-personal relationships are essential. You will be relied upon to exercise a high degree of judgment as you conduct a range of diverse tasks in challenging and time constrained situations. Your work environment and career will be varied, giving you the opportunity to operate from 4 x 4 vehicles, armoured vehicles, communication centres in air conditioned offices, foot patrols in support of small teams, field command posts, airfields or large Navy vessels.
<div class="h4">Your duties:</div>
The duties listed below are those that you will be trained in during your initial employment training and subsequent trade training courses that you will attend over the course of your career, but note that not all duties are performed in each individual Communication Systems Operator position:
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 <li>Plan, design and manage a variety of communications networks</li>
 <li>Conduct the configuration, deployment and operation of tactical radio and satellite systems, antenna systems, computer networks and computer terminals</li>
 <li>Perform customer service tasks including transmitting and receiving messages</li>
 <li>Conduct general maintenance of radio equipment, satellite systems and data links</li>
 <li>Identify faults and perform basic fault rectification of radio equipment, antennas, batteries and associated ancillary equipment</li>
</ul>

<div class="p" >In-Service Information</div>

<div class="p" >This role is known as Battlespace Communications Specialist within the Army.</div>

<div class="p" >Employment Category Number (ECN): 662</div>

<div class="p" >Employment Category: Combat Support</div>

Help keep the Army in touch and communicating effectively, operating our high-tech radio and satellite systems in a part-time capacity, on exercises and deployments.

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Communication Systems Operator

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Fully paid training

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