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What this job is
A Cabler installs, terminates, and tests copper and fibre optic cabling systems in commercial, industrial, and residential buildings across Australia. They work to Australian Standards (AS/NZS) and building codes, routing cables through conduit and cable trays, terminating connectors at patch panels and wall outlets, and verifying signal integrity using diagnostic equipment. They operate independently or as part of installation teams, often coordinating with electricians, network technicians, and site supervisors.
Pay
A$2,060 a week
This is the median for full-time employees who are not managers and are paid at the adult rate, before tax and salary sacrifice. It is a guide to what the work pays, not a wage rate.
Source: ABS Survey of Employee Earnings and Hours, May 2025, customised report.
What this role asks for
- Attention to Detailcore
- Incident Reportingcore
- Policy and Procedure Adherencecore
- Problem Solvingcore
- Process Documentationcore
- Quality Assurance and Checkingcore
- Regulatory and Legislative Awarenesscore
- Risk Identificationcore
- Team Collaborationcore
- Time Management and Prioritisationcore
- Verbal Communicationcore
- Workload Self-Managementcore
- Written Communicationcore
- Active Listening
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Basic Arithmetic and Numerical Accuracy
- Continuous Learning and Upskilling
- Customer Needs Assessment
- Digital Literacy
- Process Improvement Identification
- Record Management
- Supplier Communication