ICT Network Technician

About the role

QatarEnergy is looking for an ICT Network Technician in Doha to support day-to-day network and telecommunications operations. The role acts as first-level support after business hours to keep corporate systems and services available, and covers network infrastructure installation, commissioning and maintenance.

Key responsibilities

• Assess network infrastructure installation against the QP ICT cabling standard and general deployment.
• Liaise with corporate focal points and external contractors on work permits, site surveys, IT room space, AC/DC power systems, UPS and generator testing, and backup solutions.
• Commission and test structured copper and fiber optic cabling, including cabinets, ladders, racks, conduits, ducts, patch panels, face plates, patch cords, power systems and UPS.
• Install and test converged network services such as IP telephony and audio/video conference stations, and validate configurations with engineers from all sections.
• Carry out regular preventative hardware maintenance for data centers and remote network sites.
• Provide first-level support after hours to keep IP-based data, voice and video available 24x7.

Required profile

• Diploma level qualification in IT or a similar related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in a diverse technical environment, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
• Good writing skills for emails and site survey reports, and good verbal communication skills.

Required skills

• Structured cabling installation, termination, labelling, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Troubleshooting and maintaining commissioned telecommunications circuits and services.
• Understanding of service provider technologies and telecom products and services.
• Setting up and using desktop workstations and productivity software.