Telecoms Engineer (Offshore)

Position Overview

The Telecoms Engineer is responsible for the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of offshore telecommunications systems including radio, satellite, microwave, and internal communication networks. This role ensures reliable voice and data communications between offshore installations, support vessels, helicopters, and onshore operations centers, which is fundamental to operational safety and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and specify offshore telecommunications systems including microwave radio, satellite communications (VSAT), and fibre optic links
• Configure and maintain PABX/VOIP telephone systems and internal communication networks on offshore installations
• Implement and support radio communication systems including VHF, UHF, TETRA, and GMDSS for maritime safety communications
• Manage satellite communication systems for bandwidth optimization and link reliability
• Design and maintain CCTV, PA/GA (Public Address/General Alarm), and entertainment systems offshore
• Specify and manage network infrastructure (LAN/WAN, routers, switches, firewalls) for offshore installations
• Support telecoms aspects of emergency response including helicopter communications, search and rescue coordination, and EER (Escape, Evacuation, and Rescue) systems
• Conduct periodic testing and maintenance of all telecoms safety systems (GMDSS, EPIRB, SART)
• Develop telecoms system documentation including block diagrams, frequency plans, and equipment schedules
• Manage vendor relationships and service level agreements for satellite bandwidth and maintenance support
• Support cybersecurity hardening of telecoms networks connecting OT and IT domains

Qualifications

Required

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
• Certifications: OPITO BOSIET/FOET; GMDSS General Operator Certificate; CompTIA Network+ or CCNA equivalent
• Experience: Minimum 7 years in telecommunications engineering with at least 3 years in offshore oil and gas environments
• Technical Skills: Microwave radio link planning and path analysis, VSAT systems (Ku/Ka-band), IP networking (routing/switching/firewalls), PABX/VOIP configuration, radio frequency engineering, GMDSS compliance

Preferred

• Certified TETRA system engineer
• Experience with private LTE/5G networks for offshore
• Cybersecurity certifications (CompTIA Security+, GICSP)
• Experience with remote operations center (ROC) connectivity design