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Job Title


OSP Area Supervisor


Company : Telecon


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2026-01-27


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Emplacement Du Poste: Victoria, Colombie-BritanniqueTelecon is looking for an energetic and career minded individual to join our growing team in BC as an OSP Area Supervisor. As the OSP Area Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring the availability, reliability, and security of the customer''s network assets. This includes performing a variety of daily tasks and assignments such as monitoring network performance, maintaining system safeguards, identifying and resolving issues, and supporting ongoing operational requirements to protect network integrity and continuity.The expected annual salary for this position is in the range of $65,000 - $80,000 based on the richness and diversity of the candidate''s experience, training, skills and internal equity. The position or associated salary could vary depending on the profile of the candidate.ResponsibilitiesFiber Optic Transmission Systems, telephony power plants, multiplexers/demultiplexers, alarm systems and ancillary equipment such as power plants, emergency generators, etc. in support of the main components to insure optimal performance on a day to day basis.Responds in a timely fashion to excavation notices from control center to locate and mark fiber optic cable to prevent damage by foreign excavators. Once facility is located and marked, incumbent will determine next course of action to insure no damage occurs to the cable.Inspections of the cable route as per defined PMR requirements. These inspections are intended to determine condition of the right-of-way and other hazardous conditions that could potentially cause problems for the cable and the integrity of the service provided to its customers.Inspects the installation of electronics equipment including associated equipment. When required new installation and upgrades of various components of the equipment.Responsible for the reconfiguration of the network elements from time to time.In the event of an outage, incumbent will follow available documented fault location techniques to determine the component (s) in trouble and will then take appropriate steps to replace the defective equipment.Respond in a timely fashion according in respect of the urgency stated in trouble tickets generated by the control center.Maintain inventories of shelf equipment and supplies to ensure that the appropriate amount of maintenance spares and other equipment are on hand.Prepares defective equipment for return and repair and orders materials required when supply reaches established re-order thresholds.Maintains remote buildings including grounds, support equipment such as air conditioners, heaters, etc.Coordinates required repair activities with repair services. This may include grounds maintenance such as mowing, weed elimination, trash removals, snow removal, sweeping, etc.Maintains daily logs, records and trouble conditions reports to document activities and actions taken.Work ConditionsWorking alone or with a team>Outside weather conditions.Ambiguous situationsWork with high voltagesNear roadways or railwaysExtended driving of a pickup truck in various sorts of road conditionsOutside in trenches or manholesWork under pressureRequirementsFamiliarity with Cat 5E, Category 6, Category 6A, fiber optic cabling and fusion splicing for network communications capabilitiesWireless networking and technically proficientAbility to read and interpret blueprints and specificationsValid Driver''s license with clean driver''s abstract and willing to travelAbility to successfully pass a security clearance checkExcellent verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated ability to interact with all levels of the organization and business agilityDemonstrated organizational and time management skillsExcellent problem solver with the ability to identify alternative and practical solutionsStrong team player, self-motivated, proactive thinker, flexible and adaptableProficiency with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Self-starter with minimal supervision, identify problems and situation and implement solutions or elevate as required.BenefitsIndustry-leading healthcare possibility of Dental plan with employee participationRRSP program with matching company contributionEmployee assistance program if you are feeling stressed, having sleep problems, or worrying about your budget you can have help anytime, anywhere and it is all confidentialEmployee perks such as discounts from suppliers on various products and services such as insurance, wireless bundles, movie tickets, travel, software, books, and much moreExtras That Make The DifferenceA dynamic work environment where you can develop your potential Training provided for technical positionsHealth & Safety first: this is our number one priorityTelecon values different views and new ideas. Telecon is committed to providing a fair, inclusive, equitable, accessible, and respectful workplace to all independent of age, gender, race, beliefs, or background.We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities, we will be glad to provide accommodations upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.IS THIS YOU? WE LOOK FORWARD TO RECEIVING YOUR APPLICATION!AT TELECON, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GOT YOU COVERED.WELCOME TO TELECONWe Connect People. We Connect the World.#J-18808-Ljbffr