Telecom Technician

About the role

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC, part of the Ghobash Group, is looking for a Telecom Technician in Abu Dhabi. The company has worked for almost 20 years on onshore and offshore oil and gas projects, including ADNOC and Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors, and provides full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works.

Key responsibilities

• Install, maintain and troubleshoot telecom systems in oil and gas facilities.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of communication equipment.
• Handle installation and termination of fiber optic and copper cables.
• Maintain and test CCTV, PAGA, telephone, radio, LAN/WAN, access control and structured cabling systems.
• Conduct loop checks, signal testing and system commissioning.
• Read and interpret telecom drawings, schematics and layouts, and ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards.
• Coordinate with engineers, supervisors and other disciplines during shutdowns and projects, and support commissioning and startup.
• Troubleshoot faults and repair communication systems with minimum downtime.
• Maintain maintenance records and inspection reports, and follow HSE procedures and permit-to-work systems.

Required profile

• Diploma, ITI or technical certification in electronics, telecommunications, electrical and electronics, instrumentation or a related trade.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in oil and gas, refinery, petrochemical or industrial projects, including onshore oil and gas.
• Familiarity with industrial telecom systems and hazardous area environments preferred.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines, and excellent communication skills.