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Occupation

314134 Telecommunications Network Designer

Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
Next release Unknown
First release

314134 Telecommunications Network Designer

Plans and designs customer access telecommunications networks, and configures enhancements and expansions.

Alternative title

  • Telecommunications Network Planner

ANZSCO skill level

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

  • Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

New Zealand

  • Skill Level 2: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience

Main tasks

  • Conducts surveys and studies to assess the current state of the telecommunications network infrastructure
  • Monitors the overall reliability, capacity, and performance of the network
  • Analyses data and identifies areas for improvement and expansion in the network
  • Formulates strategies and plans for the enhancement of customer access telecommunications network infrastructure
  • Creates detailed plans, cost estimates, and budget proposals for network infrastructure projects
  • Collaborates with engineers and technicians to plan, design, and implement network infrastructure projects
  • Coordinates with local authorities and utility companies to obtain necessary permits and approvals
  • Monitors the progress of network infrastructure projects against the specified time and budget
  • May troubleshoot equipment or systems issues as appropriate
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