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Job Overview:

Reports to the Commissioning Manager and assist planning and execution of a safe and efficient Pre-commissioning, Commissioning, Start-up and Performance Testing of the facility to achieve the plant’s production and performance objectives and McDermott’s contractual objectives.

Leads the coordination and implementation of all telecommunication commissioning requirements on the project. Responsible for the execution of the plant telecom pre-commissioning and commissioning activities in accordance with the Commissioning Execution Plan.

Development of programs, procedures and activities necessary for the safe and efficient commissioning, repair, and maintenance of all plant telecom equipment on a Central Processing Facility in Uganda, Africa.

Knowledge of OPERCOM and ICAPS on a large oil & gas project is a plus.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively within the Project team and with Client to maintain positive relationships.
• Responsible for executing the Telecoms Integration Strategy with the Telecoms Integrator for the facility.
• Manage commissioning activities on telecom systems and equipment packages for test runs and performance tests within his area of responsibility.
• Oversee  pre-commissioning activities including pre-energization checks for telecom equipment within his area of responsibility, and repair and refurbishment of telecom equipment during commissioning and operations as required.
• Responsible for developing and implementing a telecom loop testing program for the facility.
• Responsible for the content of the telecom loop folders.
• Responsible for the development of pre-commissioning and commissioning procedures and testing programs for telecom equipment and systems.
• Responsible for liaison with equipment manufacturers and suppliers for telecom pre-commissioning, commissioning and repairs procedures for telecom equipment / packages as required.
• Develops work plans for execution of telecom pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Develops Safe Work Practice Procedures for all telecom maintenance activities.
• Provides telecom input to the Commissioning Schedule.
• Provides telecom input to scope of work subcontracted packages as required.
• Provides telecom input for Spares, Consumables and Tools.
• Liaise with the Systems Completion Manager for systemisation of telecom loop packs and validation of the telecom data in the completions database.
• Review the telecom content of the pre-commissioning and commissioning dossiers in accordance with project requirements.
• Plan daily activities based on schedule requirements, procedures, and available work fronts.
• Coordinate the issue of PTW and job safety analysis.
• Work with Vendors and assist in vendor coordination for SAT’s and initial start-up.

Essential Qualifications and Education:

• Have pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up experience as telecom lead or equivalent, on at least 3 major EPC projects in the oil and gas industry.
• 5+ years’ previous experience with telecom equipment in the oil & gas industry.
• Experience of PAGA, Security, Operational, Radio, Entertainment and Meteorological systems.
• Experience of Fibre Optic Networks.
• Previous experience of General Dynamics Mission Systems would be useful.
• Familiar with codes and standards of IEC, ISO, TIA, IEEE, ETSI, CENELEC and ITU.
• Possess an engineering degree in Electronics & Communications or equivalent.
• Demonstrates a broad technical knowledge of construction and completion activities.
• Able to effectively communicate technical solutions and concepts to other engineers and non-engineers.
• Must have strong English communications skills, both oral and written. Second language is a plus.
• Must have excellent computer software skills in MS Office suite as a minimum, with exposure to Navisworks and modelling packages.
• Must have good Presentation skills for meetings with Engineering and Client.
• Must have excellent organizational skills and be adaptable to various needs of various discipline groups.