Telecommunications Consultant

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Telecoms Consultant to support a major oil and gas project. The role requires developing technical specifications for complex telecommunications systems. Candidates with a proven track record in telecoms, especially in Middle East projects, are preferred. This position is based in Leatherhead with a 6-month duration and 5 days in the office.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in greenfield and brownfield telecoms projects.
• Hands-on experience with telecom systems engineering.
• Familiarity with Middle East oil and gas projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, reliability, and quality standards across telecom systems.
• Produce technical documentation and drawings for installations.
• Prepare technical reports for onshore oil and gas projects.

Skills

Telecom systems engineering

Project management

Safety and quality assurance

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

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

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

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.