Group
Occupation
382332 Telecommunications Cable Technician
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
382332 Telecommunications Cable Technician
Joins, terminates and repairs copper and fibre optic telecommunications cables installed in underground pipes, trenches and overhead systems.
Specialisations
- Fibre Optic Cable Hauler
- Fibre Optic Cable Splicer
- Fibre Optics Technician
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Inspects and tests telecommunications cables to identify faults and determine repair requirements
- Locates and excavates cable faults using appropriate tools and equipment
- Joins and terminates copper and fibre optic cables using appropriate connectors and splicing techniques
- Installs and repairs underground pipes and trenches to accommodate telecommunications cables
- Installs and repairs overhead systems for telecommunications cables
- Tests and measures cable performance using specialised equipment