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Unified Communications Technician


Bowen Hills

Take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity within eHealth. To provide advanced technical advice, direction and support in the network and unified communications technical domain, to enable the delivery of timely and high quality services across a large scale, highly complex IM/ICT environment.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group IT & Telecommunications
Classification AO6
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/EHQ680564
Closing date 08-May-2026
Job duration until 28/06/2026
Contact person Craig Verrall
Contact details 0459 150 189
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What you'll do  

  • Provide high level technical knowledge advice and skills in both the analysis of data network and unified communications systems as well as the design and management of complex system integrations. This includes the formulation, design and provision of appropriate solutions, improvements and technical design documents for use in complex and clinical installations.
  • Document and maintain the data network and unified communications infrastructure within the Digital Partnership Team encompassing touch points across all connected systems.
  • Provide input into effective change, problem management, capacity planning, incident management, risk management and continuity planning utilising industry best practices in systems support and service delivery, compliant with the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework.
  • Contribute to the testing, installation, configuration and commissioning of enterprise network and unified communications infrastructure, applications and monitoring tools within the Digital Partnership Team.

About you  

We are searching for someone who has: 

  • Provide advanced technical expertise in data networks and unified communications to determine technical direction, standardisation, professional advice and support of enterprise infrastructure in a large customer focus organisation, using the following (or similar) technologies:
    • Cisco LAN and Data Centre design including Layer2/Layer 3 routing protocols and configuration of VLAN's and VRF's.
    • Cisco Wireless technologies; Design and configuration of Cisco Wireless Controllers - 5500 series and 8500 series; Cisco Access Points.
    • Wireless site survey and troubleshooting skills.
    • Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM), UCCX, Unity
    • Integration of wireless IP handsets to CUCM including messaging and duress systems.
    • Voice over IP technologies and protocols (H.323, SIP, SCCP, etc.)
    • Voice Gateways and Gatekeepers, Media Resources (MCU, Conference Bridges, Transcoding, MTP)
    • Ethernet and IP QoS principles (classification, marking, queuing, congestion avoidance, policing, shaping, link efficiency mechanisms, etc.)
    • Critical Messaging systems such as SPOK Messenger, New Voice Mobicall / Ascom DuraSuite, TAP, RS232, RF transmission
    • Security principles and best practice e.g. Cisco ISE; Cisco ASA
    • Network Management tools, e.g. Cisco Prime, Solarwinds
    • Integration of third party technologies such as RTLS, Nurse Call and Building Management Systems into a Unified Communications environment.
    • Legacy PBX technologies such as Alcatel-Lucent, Omnivista, PBX-IP Qsig interconnection.
  • Demonstrated skills in the analysis and problem solving of unified communication system issues and the formulation, design and provision of appropriate solutions and improvements, including the recommendation, documentation and implementation of ICT changes

Why work with us?  

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. 

Competitive salaries 

  • 12.75% superannuation  
  • 17.5% leave loading 

Employee wellbeing & development 

  • Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members 
  • Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave. 
  • Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.  

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.  

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions.  

Ready to apply? 

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.  

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.

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