Overview
Radio Despatchers provide radio and communications services for the coordination of operational units in transport, courier, military, emergency, security, rescue and road service organisations.
Day-to-day
- monitors radio frequencies including vhf, hf, channel 16 and other emergency frequencies
- sends and receives messages
- maintains a log of messages sent and received
- broadcast weather reports and warnings
- answers queries
- listens for and answers distress calls
- works with emergency to find and locate vessels and other persons using radio distress signals
- monitors equipment and may undertake minor repairs as required
- may set up telecommunication equipment.
Considerations
- Stressful
To become a Radio Despatcher
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You can work as a Radio Despatcher without formal qualifications. Some on the job training may be provided. If you want to work as an ambulance despatcher you usually need to undertake a certificate IV in ambulance communications within 12 months of starting work.
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