Telecommunications Engineer
Telecommunications Engineer
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Job Description
We are looking for a Telecom Field Engineer with strong offshore experience to support installation, testing, and commissioning of telecom systems on offshore platforms, jackets, and jack-up rigs. The role requires hands-on expertise in industrial telecom systems within oil & gas environments.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Execute installation, testing, and commissioning of telecom systems offshore
- Perform cable laying, termination, and testing for: Fiber Optic Cables, Copper / Structured Cabling Systems
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot: PAGA (Public Address & General Alarm) Systems, CCTV & Security Systems, Access Control Systems, Radio Communication Systems (VHF/UHF/TETRA)
- Conduct loop checks, functional testing, and system integration with ICSS/DCS
- Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities offshore
- Coordinate with onshore engineering teams and vendors for issue resolution
- Attend and support FAT / SAT (Site Acceptance Test) activities
- Ensure all work complies with offshore safety standards and permit-to-work systems
- Prepare daily reports, punch list clearance, and handover documentation
- Hands-on offshore experience on: Platforms, Jackets, Jack-up rigs
- Strong experience in telecom system installation & commissioning
- Familiarity with hazardous area requirements (ATEX/IECEx)
- Experience working in live offshore environments (brownfield preferred)
KEY QUALIFICATIONS:
- Diploma / Bachelor's Degree in Telecom / Electronics / Electrical Engineering
- Offshore certifications (BOSIET / HUET) preferred
- Fiber optic testing tools (OTDR, splicing, certification tools) (Preferred)
- Basic knowledge of networking (IP systems, switches, routers) (Preferred)
- Ability to read telecom drawings, layouts, and cable schedules (Preferred)
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills (Preferred)
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Key Skills
CCTV Security Systems
IP systems
fiber optic testing tools
Copper Structured Cabling Systems
Radio Communication Systems
industrial telecom systems
TETRA
Fiber Optic Cables
PAGA Public Address General Alarm Systems
ICSS
hazardous area requirements
IECEx
