Communications Technician

Keolis; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an experienced technician to provide maintenance and engineering services for the Communications systems at Dubai Metro. The role entails installing and servicing a variety of communication equipment, maintaining precise records, and assisting in project implementations. Candidates should possess a trade certificate or diploma in electrical or communications engineering and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year experience as qualified technician maintaining communication systems.
• Ability to write simple technical reports and prepare method statements.
• Must have good eyesight and color vision.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on various communication systems.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using a computerized management system.
• Assist in implementing complex systems or new projects.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Ability to calibrate electronic test equipment

Education

Vocational trade certificate or diploma in electrical, electronics or communication engineering

Job description

The purpose of this position is to provide effective engineering and maintenance services covering the Communications system for Dubai Metro.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Communications Supervisor in carrying out all level of preventive and corrective maintenance activities on communications systems covering Multi-Service Network (MSN),Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA), Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), PassengerInformation System (PIS) & Public Address System (PAS), Time Domain System (TDS), Digital Voice & Video Recording System (DVVR), Intrusion Alarm System (IAS), On-Board Communication System (OBS), Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) and Operation Control System (OCS).
• Install, service and repair communication system located in operations control centre, communication equipment room, stations and station communication equipment rooms, depots and depot communication equipment rooms, along trackside and on-board trains.
• Carry out repair and maintenance work with the use of hand, machine, electrical and electronic tools and reference to technical drawings, schematics, manuals, procedures and instructions.
• Replace faulty communication equipment, handover / taken back to the electronics workshop for repair.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records of communications system and equipment performance, work accomplished and other information using a computerised maintenance management system.
• Ensure the maintenance tools and equipment are maintained in good condition both before and after job activities.
• Assist the Communication Team Leader and / or other technical support staff to implement complex systems or new projects.
• Perform shift and emergency duties when required.
• Perform and carry out duties as instructed / directed by the Communications Team Leader.

KEY SKILLS

• Ability to use and calibrate various electronic test equipment and PC for the maintenance of communication systems.
• Ability to write simple technical reports, routine business correspondence, prepare method statements and drawings as required.
• Must have good eyesight and normal colour vision.
• Possess good communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and work productively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong organisational skills, detail oriented, and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Hold a valid UAE driving license with a good driving skill and experience.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 1-year work experience as a qualified electrical or electronics technician in maintaining and repairing communication systems covering radio system, telephone system, multi-service fibre optic network, public address system, CCTV system, passenger information system, SCADA and operations control systems, is highly preferable.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFCATION

• Vocational trade certificate or diploma in electrical, electronics or communication engineering discipline or equivalent.