PCC Telecom Engineer

Airswift; Schamal al-Batina; On-site; OMR 28,837 - 36,527; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a PCC Telecom Engineer for a large-scale oil & gas facility in Oman. In this role, you will be responsible for executing, coordinating, and supporting all pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for telecommunications systems, ensuring they comply with specifications and standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications or Electrical Engineering and has 5–8 years of experience in telecom engineering, particularly on LNG or oil & gas projects. Strong understanding of international telecom standards is also required.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in telecom engineering with significant exposure to pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Proven experience on LNG, gas processing, or large‑scale oil & gas projects.
• Strong understanding of international telecom standards.

Responsibilities

• Review and understand telecom engineering documents.
• Verify correctness of installation for telecom equipment.
• Execute and supervise commissioning activities for telecom systems.
• Support energization and system integration with IT networks.

Skills

Telecom system installation and testing

Troubleshooting telecom issues

Coordination with engineering teams

Understanding of international telecom standards

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title

PCC Telecom Engineer – Oman

Job Purpose

The PCC Telecom Engineer is responsible for executing, coordinating, and supporting all pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities related to the telecommunications systems of a large‑scale oil & gas / LNG facility. The role ensures that telecom systems are installed, tested, commissioned, and handed over safely and in compliance with project specifications, international standards, and applicable codes.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and understand telecom engineering documents, including specifications, drawings, data sheets, method statements, commissioning procedures, and vendor documentation.
• Participate in system walkdowns, punch listing, and verification of installation completeness for telecom systems.
• Verify correctness of installation for telecom equipment, cabling, fiber optic systems, racks, cabinets, and interfaces.
• Support preparation and updating of pre‑commissioning and commissioning test packs.
• Ensure all telecom systems are mechanically complete and ready for commissioning activities.
• Coordinate with construction, quality, and engineering teams to resolve technical queries and punch items.
• Execute and supervise commissioning activities for telecom systems, including functional testing, integration testing, and system validation.
• Perform system tests such as loop checks, signal verification, end‑to‑end testing, and redundancy checks.
• Interface with vendors, subcontractors, and other discipline engineers during commissioning activities.
• Support energization, SAT (Site Acceptance Tests), and system integration with ICSS, safety, and IT networks.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve telecom‑related issues during commissioning and start‑up.
• Assist in preparing systems for Ready for Start‑Up (RFSU) and operational handover.

Telecom Systems Scope (Typical)

• Telecom network infrastructure (fiber optic & copper)
• Telephone systems (PABX / IP Telephony)
• Public Address & General Alarm (PAGA) systems
• CCTV & security surveillance systems
• Access control & intrusion detection systems
• Radio communication systems (TETRA / UHF / VHF)
• Data networks & telecom cabinets
• Interfaces with control and safety systems

Safety, Quality & Documentation

• Strictly comply with HSE policies, procedures, and site safety requirements at all times.
• Participate in toolbox talks, job safety analyses (JSA), and risk assessments.
• Ensure commissioning activities are performed in accordance with approved procedures and quality standards.
• Support compilation of as‑built documentation, test records, and commissioning dossiers.
• Contribute to lessons learned and commissioning close‑out reports.

Interface & Coordination

• Work closely with commissioning management, discipline leads, construction teams, and vendors.
• Coordinate with operations and maintenance representatives during system handover.
• Support planning and sequencing of telecom commissioning activities in line with overall project milestones.

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in telecom engineering, with significant exposure to pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Proven experience on LNG, gas processing, or large‑scale oil & gas projects.
• Strong understanding of international standards (IEC, ITU, IEEE) relevant to telecom systems.