Technician, Telecom

Ghobashgroup; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 78,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghobashgroup in Abu Dhabi is seeking a qualified telecom technician to install, maintain and troubleshoot telecom systems across oil & gas facilities. The role includes preventive/corrective maintenance, cable termination, and system commissioning to meet project specs and safety standards.

You will read telecom drawings, coordinate with engineers, and support commissioning and startup activities on site, working under HSE permits and tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Diploma / ITI / Technical Certification in Electronics, Telecommunications, Electrical & Electronics, Instrumentation, or relevant technical trade.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in oil & gas, refinery, petrochemical, or industrial projects.
• Experience in Oil & Gas onshore projects.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot telecom systems in oil & gas facilities.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of communication equipment.
• Handle installation and termination of fiber optic and copper cables.
• Maintain and test CCTV systems, PAGA systems, telephone systems, radio communication systems, LAN/WAN networks, access control systems, and structured cabling systems.
• Conduct loop checks, signal testing, and system commissioning activities.
• Read and interpret telecom drawings, schematics, and layouts.
• Ensure all telecom systems comply with project specifications and safety standards.
• Coordinate with engineers, supervisors, and other disciplines during shutdowns and projects.
• Troubleshoot faults in communication systems and perform repairs with minimum downtime.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and inspection reports.
• Support commissioning and startup activities during projects.
• Follow HSE procedures and permit-to-work systems at site.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma / ITI / Technical Certification in Electronics, Telecommunications, Electrical & Electronics, Instrumentation, or relevant technical trade

Tools

Fiber optic cabling

Cable termination

Job description

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot telecom systems in oil & gas facilities.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of communication equipment.
• Handle installation and termination of fiber optic and copper cables.
• Maintain and test CCTV systems, PAGA systems, telephone systems, radio communication systems, LAN/WAN networks, access control systems, and structured cabling systems.
• Conduct loop checks, signal testing, and system commissioning activities.
• Read and interpret telecom drawings, schematics, and layouts.
• Ensure all telecom systems comply with project specifications and safety standards.
• Coordinate with engineers, supervisors, and other disciplines during shutdowns and projects.
• Troubleshoot faults in communication systems and perform repairs with minimum downtime.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and inspection reports.
• Support commissioning and startup activities during projects.
• Follow HSE procedures and permit-to-work systems at site.

Qualifications

• Diploma / ITI / Technical Certification in Electronics, Telecommunications, Electrical & Electronics, Instrumentation, or relevant technical trade.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in oil & gas, refinery, petrochemical, or industrial projects.
• Experience in Oil & Gas onshore projects.
• Familiarity with industrial telecom systems and hazardous area environments preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to work with tough deadlines and under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.