Telecommunications Consultant

First Recruitment Group; Cobham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Telecoms Consultant to support the design and delivery of telecommunications systems for a major oil and gas project. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in telecom projects, especially within the oil and gas sector, and be familiar with Middle East operations. This role is primarily on-site in Leatherhead.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in greenfield and brownfield telecoms projects within the oil and gas industry.
• Hands-on experience with telecom systems engineering for onshore installations.
• Familiarity with Middle East oil and gas projects is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, reliability, and quality standards are met across all telecom systems.
• Produce technical reports, drawings, and diagrams for oil and gas installations.
• Prepare concise documentation for project requirements.

Skills

Telecoms engineering

Project management

Documentation preparation

Technical specifications development

Job description

Position: Telecoms Consultant
Location: Leatherhead 5 days in the office
Rate: Outside IR35 DOE
Duration: 6 months
Project: Major Middle East Oil & Gas Development

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Telecoms Engineer to support the design and delivery of complex telecommunications systems for a major onshore oil and gas project. The role involves developing technical specifications, preparing documentation, and performing evaluations for a range of telecom systems.

Key Systems:

• LAN/WAN networks

• Fibre optic cable systems

• CCTV systems

• Access control systems

• Public Address General Alarm (PAGA) systems

• PABX and hotline systems

• Wireless, microwave, and TMR radio systems

• Perimeter/fence intrusion detection systems

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure safety, reliability, and quality standards are met across all telecom systems.

• Produce block diagrams, schematic diagrams, cable schedules, datasheets, interconnection/wiring diagrams, cabinet general arrangement drawings, material take-offs (MTOs), and layout drawings.

• Prepare clear and concise technical reports, drawings, and schedules for onshore oil and gas installations.

Requirements:

• Proven track record in greenfield and brownfield telecoms projects within the oil and gas industry.

• Hands-on experience with telecom systems engineering for onshore installations.

• Familiarity with Middle East oil and gas projects is essential.

• Previous experience working on large-scale international projects preferred.