Associate Engineer (Planner)

Singapore Telecommunications Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in Singapore is seeking a skilled technician to design and plan underground pipeline and fiber cable networks. The role involves ensuring safety compliance, managing contractors, and overseeing fiber operations. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in Electronics Engineering and be ready to work in dynamic conditions.

Qualifications

• Preferably with 2 year working experience and holding Class 3 driving license.
• Able to work during non-office hours to support network incidents and restoration.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan underground pipeline and fiber cable networks efficiently.
• Ensure contractors follow safety procedures as per WHSA.
• Supervise technicians and manage fiber cable diversion works.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

PC applications knowledge

Willing to learn

Education

Diploma in Electronics Engineering/Telecommunications

Job description

Singtel Networks, the most established telecommunications infrastructure provider in Singapore is transforming to enable the digital generation of tomorrow. We are introducing new capabilities in 5G, Cloud, Analytics, Digital Commerce, Software Engineering, Cyber Security to enhance our core competencies and deliver innovative and differentiated Mobile and Fixed services (Broadband, TV and Telephony) for our customers. We are committed to celebrating inclusion and diversity and is a strong believer to upskill and nurture all individuals.Come join us today as we build Singtel’s Networks of tomorrow, and Empower Every Generation to live, work and play in new ways!

Make an Impact by:

• Design and plan the required underground pipeline and fibre cable networks at most cost-effective way, includes site meeting with the developer, M&E consultant, contractors for the migration works

• Involve in various request for proposal (RFP) or tender as when required.

• To ensure the contractors follow safety procedure in accordance to the work health and safety act (WHSA) and to use appropriate safety equipment so as to complete the assigned job efficiently and safely.

• To compile and update contractor progress report for weekly diversion meeting and statistical reports on fiber network performance.

• To apply necessary Change Request and approval for diversion works.

• To issue fiber material vouchers to contractors and verify submitted claims.

• To be on standby and attend to fiber cable faults related to fiber diversion works.

• To supervise technicians and contractors to execute all access fibre cable works in the area under his control in accordance with all established operation procedures and engineering instructions.

• Responsible for all fibre cable diversion works including those in conjunction with road diversion and major government agencies.

• Ensure that target handover dates for all fibre cable projects are met.

• To liaise with building management and manage contractors for the fiber cable diversion works.

• To take ownership and manage staff on fibre splicing, fibre termination, fibre patching and fiber testing for all cable diversion works.

• To liaise with internal parties on fiber implementation issues.

• Perform fiber cable troubleshooting as required.

• Any other duties assigned by Manager-in-charge.

Skills for Success:

• Diploma in Electronics Engineering/Telecommunications or in relevant field.

• Preferably with 2 year working experience and holding Class 3 driving license.

• Able to work during non-office hours to support network incidents and restoration.

• Good working knowledge of PC applications such as MS Word, Excel &PowerPoint.

• Good communication skills, keen to learn and a team player.

Are you ready to say Hello to BIG Possibilities?
Take the leap with Singtel to unlock new opportunities and accelerate your growth. Apply now and start your empowering career!