• Supervise the installation and termination of telecom equipment including routers, switches, fiber optic cables, patch panels, and antenna systems. • Configure and test telecom infrastructure supporting voice, data, and SCADA communications. • Implement and validate industrial network architecture (LAN/WAN) for remote sub-stations and field assets. • Conduct link testing, signal quality checks, and verification of telecom alarms and redundancy paths. • Coordinate with control and SCADA teams to ensure seamless data transmission to the control center. • Ensure compliance with telecom performance requirements: latency, jitter, failover, and bandwidth. • Integrate radio communication systems (UHF/VHF) and IP telephony in accordance with project standards. • Support cybersecurity hardening for network devices as per IT/OT policies. • Maintain up-to-date documentation including rack layouts, fiber schedules, IP plans, and cable routing. • Liaise with vendors, subcontractors, and utility ICT representatives during installation and commissioning phases.

• Education • Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering. • Years of Experience • Minimum 4–6 years of experience in telecom engineering, ideally in infrastructure or energy projects. • Industry Exposure • Experience in oil & gas, substations, or industrial automation projects involving telecom and SCADA integration. • Technical Tool/Software Proficiency • Network configuration tools (e.g., Cisco, HP, or equivalent) • Fiber test tools (OTDR, power meters) • IP addressing and VLAN management platforms • Microsoft Office Suite • Technical Skills • Strong understanding of telecom systems: fiber optics, IP telephony, UHF/VHF radios, and industrial Ethernet. • Experience with fiber termination, splicing, and testing procedures. • Familiarity with SCADA and control network communication protocols (Modbus TCP/IP, IEC 61850, DNP3). • Knowledge of structured cabling standards and best practices for equipment room layouts. • Basic understanding of cybersecurity measures in industrial network design. • Personal Attributes • Excellent field coordination and hands-on problem-solving ability. • Attention to detail and structured documentation habits. • Strong communication and teamwork skills. • Safety-aware and compliant with site HSE policies. • Proactive and flexible in adapting to technical and environmental challenges. • Preferred Additional Qualifications • Previous experience with Schneider Electric telecom or SCADA integration. • Certification in fiber optic installation or network design (e.g., CCNA, FOA). • Fluency in English required; French or Swahili is a plus.