Telecom Engineer

Job Summary

Responsible for the installation, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting of telecommunications, marine navigation, security and wired communication systems at customer sites, vessels and industrial facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, test, commission and maintain radio communication systems, including GMDSS, microwave, SCADA radio, trunked radio, crane radio, radio dispatch and satellite phone systems.

• Install and support security and communication systems, including access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, VoIP PABX and Person on Board (POB) systems.

• Maintain and troubleshoot marine navigation and electronic equipment, including radar, ECDIS, autopilot, AIS, DGPS, LRIT, compasses, echo sounders, speed logs, VDR and BNWAS.

• Service navigation and obstruction lights, RACON, fog horns, VSAT, entertainment systems and EMS equipment.

• Install, test and repair wired communication systems, including Public Address and General Alarm (PAGA), Page Party, Talk Back, Smart Series, driller communication, analogue PABX and sound-powered telephones.

• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance, inspections, calibration and functional testing to maintain system reliability.

• Diagnose equipment, wiring, signal and system integration faults, and repair or replace defective components.

• Interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics and equipment manuals.

• Perform system integration, commissioning and acceptance testing against project specifications.

• Prepare service reports, maintenance records, inspection checklists and commissioning documentation.

• Coordinate with clients, project teams, suppliers and subcontractors to resolve technical issues and meet project timelines.

• Comply with applicable safety procedures, technical standards and quality requirements.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Marine Electronics or a related discipline.

• 6–9 years of relevant experience in installation, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting within marine or industrial environments.

• Hands-on experience with radio communication, marine navigation, security and wired communication systems relevant to the role.

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and perform systematic fault diagnosis, equipment testing and repairs.

• Good technical documentation, communication and coordination skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaborate with clients, vendors and engineering teams.

• Willingness to travel to customer sites, vessels, marine facilities and industrial locations as required.

• Familiarity with applicable workplace safety procedures and technical standards.