Submarine Fibre Optic Technician – Global Travel & Offshore

Nexans

Hobøl

Remote

NOK 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Home office opportunities

Professional development

Pension and insurance schemes

International projects

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Job summary

Nexans Norway, part of the Submarine Telecom & Special Cables (STSC) unit, seeks a Fibre Optic Technician to lead production, installation, testing, and maintenance of optical fibre systems. You will collaborate with production, engineering, quality, project management, and offshore operations to deliver high-quality solutions.

The role requires international travel and offshore deployments, with a hands-on, safety-conscious approach.

Qualifications

Technical vocational certificate or apprenticeship in fibre optics or related field.
Experience with fibre optic cable preparation, splicing, connectors and testing.
Experience from manufacturing, offshore, marine, or field service is an advantage.
Willingness to travel internationally and work on customer sites including offshore installations.

Responsibilities

Assemble, terminate, splice, and test optical fibre cables and components in production facilities.
Perform inspections, fault finding, and repairs on fibre optic systems to ensure quality.
Support FAT, system integration, and final product verification.
Prepare equipment and materials for project deliveries and offshore mobilization.
Travel internationally to support installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting at customer sites.
Work with engineering teams to resolve technical issues during production and field operations.
Follow procedures, quality requirements, and HSE standards.
Document test reports and service records accurately and on time.