Description
Designs and develops telecommunications systems, devices and products. They also create and improve telecommunications systems, including wired and wireless networks, satellite systems, and internet-based communications.
Specialisation
- Signals Corps Officer (Army) (Aus) / Signals Officer (Army) (NZ)
Average Income
According to the data from PayScale, the average salary for a Telecommunications Engineer in Australia is AUD 97,000 per year. More experienced professionals can earn up to AUD 149,000 annually or more, while entry-level professionals can earn around AUD 58,000 annually.
Average Age
- - Males: 43.5
- - Females: 43.3
- - Persons: 43.5
[See: Australian Bureau of Statistics 263311 Telecommunications Engineer - Employee Earnings and Hours, Australia, May 2016]
Skill Priority in 2023
The Skills Priority List (SPL) offers an elaborate perspective on professions experiencing a shortage at a national level and within individual states and territories in Australia. Additionally, the SPL provides insight into the projected demand for various occupations in the future.
- S: Shortage
- NS: No Shortage
- M: Metropolitan Shortage
- R: Regional Shortage
Telecommunication Engineer: 263311
| National | ACT | NSW | NT | QLD | SA | TAS | VIC | WA | Future Demand |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | NS | Strong |
Australian Visa Options for Telecommunication Engineer- ANZSCO Code 263311
| Employer Sponsorship | ||||||||||
| Permanent | 489 Visa | Permanent | 457 Visa | |||||||
| Skilled Occupation | ANZSCO Code | Assessing Authority | 189 Visa | 190 Visa | State | Family | 186 Visa (DE) | 186 Visa | All area | Regional area |
| Telecommunication Engineer | 263311 | Engineers Australia | ||||||||
| Visa processing times-months(75%) | 9 | 9 | - | 10 | 17 | 5 | 5 | |||
| Visa processing times-months(90%) | 12 | 12 | - | 15 | 19 | 11 | 11 | |||
2022-12-08 Round Results
| Lowest Points Score Invited subclass 189 (Points-tested stream) | Lowest Points Score Invited Subclass 491 (Family Sponsored Regional) |
|---|---|
| Offshore: 85 Points | Offshore: N/A |
| Onshore: 85 Points | Onshore: N/A |
Unit Group 2633: Telecommunication Engineering Professionals
Occupations in Unit Group 2633
- Telecommunications Engineer 263311
- Telecommunications Network Engineer 263312
ANZSCO's Unit Group 2631 encompasses professions associated with Telecommunications Engineers, and Telecommunications Network Engineers. They design, construct, install, service and support telecommunications equipment, systems and facilities.
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics and Department of Immigration and Border Protection
Indicative Skill Level
Skill Level: 1
Telecommunications Engineers at Skill Level 1 are expected to have a wide range of skills and knowledge, including expertise in telecommunications systems and networks, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead and manage teams of professionals. They are also expected to have excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other professionals in the field.
Skills Assessment Authority
For Australia
In Australia, the Skills Assessment Authority for Telecommunications Engineers is Engineers Australia. Engineers Australia conducts a Competency Demonstration Report (CDR) assessment to determine whether an applicant's engineering qualifications and work experience are equivalent to Australian standards.
For New Zealand
In New Zealand, Engineering New Zealand assesses the skills, qualifications, and experienced Telecommunications Engineers who wish to migrate to New Zealand under the Skilled Migrant Category.
Tasks to Perform for Telecommunications Engineers
- Some tasks and duties performed by Telecommunications Engineers include
- Configuring and testing equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Troubleshooting and resolving issues with telecommunications systems and networks.
- Developing and implementing security measures to protect telecommunications networks from threats.
- Developing and implementing disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.
- Maintaining documentation of telecommunications systems and networks.
English Requirement
| English Language Test | Minimum Score Required |
|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System (IELTS) | Overall score of 6.0, with a minimum score of 6.0 in each component (listening, reading, writing, and speaking) |
| Occupational English Test (OET) | Minimum score of B in each component (listening, reading, writing, and speaking) |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-based test (TOEFL iBT) | Overall score of 64, with a minimum score of 4 in each component (listening, reading, writing, and speaking) |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic | Overall score of 50, with a minimum score of 50 in each component (listening, reading, writing, and speaking) |
Please note that these are general guidelines. Individual institutions or employers may have different English language requirements. Confirming their requirements with the specific institution or employer before applying is always advisable.
Exceptions
- Applicants who do not have formal qualifications in Telecommunications Engineering may be eligible for an RPL assessment, which considers their work experience and skills in the field.
- Applicants with no recognized qualification in Telecommunications Engineering but relevant work experience in the field may be eligible for a PSA. This allows them to apply for a skilled migration visa and provides a pathway to permanent residency in Australia.
- Applicants who qualify in a related field but not in Telecommunications Engineering may be eligible to undertake a bridging program to meet the skills assessment requirements.
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