Perth Tech Sector Adds Jobs: Data Centres, Fibre Networks Expand

Zscaler launched a new data centre in Perth to enhance Zero Trust cybersecurity measures and boost performance for Australian customers. This development adds local infrastructure supporting secure network access for organisations and their staff.

Cybersecurity Infrastructure

Professionals working in network security and cloud services may find relevance in expanded Zero Trust capabilities now available through the new Perth facility. The move provides direct performance benefits for Australian users handling sensitive data without relying on distant overseas nodes.

Data Centre Expansion

Multiplex topped out Stage Two of NEXTDC's Perth data centre with an AUD $110 million investment, doubling the facility's IT capacity. Job seekers in construction, facilities management and data centre operations could see openings tied to the completed stage and ongoing operations at the site.

Fibre Network Upgrades

Vocus quadrupled the capacity of its Perth-to-Adelaide optical fibre route to meet surging AI demand without digging new ditches. Workers in telecommunications and network engineering may encounter increased demand for skills supporting higher data throughput on existing routes serving AI workloads.

Local Technology Production

Perth-based Advanced Navigation raised AUD $158 million to scale up its high-tech production site in Balcatta for GPS-replacement technology. Engineers and manufacturing specialists focused on positioning systems and autonomous technologies could watch for hiring linked to the expanded Balcatta facility.

Road Safety Technology

An AI-powered 'near-miss' portable camera has been deployed in Perth's north to track driver speeds and measure distances between road users. Professionals in transport safety, data analysis and AI deployment may note new applications of portable camera systems for monitoring and reporting road interactions.

These projects collectively point to sustained investment across Perth's technology sectors. Job seekers and current workers can monitor company career pages at the organisations involved for openings in engineering, operations and technical support roles that align with the expanded capacity and new deployments.