Telecoms Projects & Operations Engineer at WTS Energy

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out technical engineering studies for the design, installation and standardization of Telecom systems, mast, earthing, etc. in line with specifications and GS TEL installation rules.
• Operation and maintenance of the following field systems and equipment: PA/GA, CCTV, GMDSS, Access control, Radar with AIS, UHF/VHF Radios, Satellite TV, Line of site/Non- line of site microwave links: WiMAX, 4G/LTE, Radar Beacon (RACON), Non-Directional Beacon (NBD), Video conference, Infrastructure monitoring systems
• Prepares technical specifications and scope of work to approved standards for various Telecoms projects (O&G, evolution/revamp), evaluate technical bids and prepares evaluation reports and supervise the project deployment.
• Prepare specifications for telecommunications service contracts and required equipment/services needed to perform the Annual Maintenance Contract for Telecoms critical equipment to maintain high availability and reliability. Carry out routine telecommunication assessment visit and propose improvements
• Supervise offshore Telecom specialists and assist in carrying out of maintenance activities on Telecom systems
• Prepare technical reports, assisting in development of the 5-year work program, evaluating equipment obsolescence and propose replacement plan, update engineering and technical documents and manuals.
• Preparation of technical dossier (Scope of work) to request for quotation from contractors regarding telecommunication projects, and specific operations on systems.
• Propose Improvement of the quality of service provided by the Telecommunication Contractors for systems maintenance. Participate in supervision of third-party contractor on site to ensure compliance to installation rules
• Recommend and implement appropriate solutions for operational problems/anomalies of Telecommunication Equipment/Systems at Field.
• Actively participate in FAT, Commissioning activities for all Telecoms equipment and systems, and prepares punch lists and follow-up the progress of the punch list.
• Participates in various commercial activities as required, coordinates the inspection of materials, evaluates technical offers, prepares Service Orders, answers technical queries from suppliers.

CONTEXT & ENVIRONMENT

• Optimization of telecom for good spare management.
• Non-conformities on some installation in line with APAVE audits.
• Telecom preventive maintenance plan on the production sites to implement on operations sites.
• Existing systems require upgrade and replacement in some cases to integrate new projects

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Timely delivery of technical documentation
• Timely delivery of project deliverables and within budget
• Performance in line with the operation level agreement for telecommunication systems and network

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Minimum University degree B.Sc. (Second Class lower) or HND (Distinction) degree in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in telecommunication or network engineering, operation, and maintenance.
• Good reporting, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge and use of computer drawing and office applications.