Telecommunication Service / Commissioning Engineer

Role Overview

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Telecommunication Service / Commissioning Engineer with a solid background in the oil & gas sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the global energy industry by delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality telecom solutions for complex offshore and onshore facilities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning and service operations for telecommunication systems in both large-scale FEED and EPIC projects.
• Engage in fabrication, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover of telecom systems.
• Perform Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), installation verifications, and system commissioning.
• Collaborate closely with lead commissioning engineers and project managers to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Review, prepare, and approve engineering drawings, documentation, and contractors' deliverables.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards during all activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics & Communications Engineering or related discipline.
• 12 to 15 years of telecom commissioning experience, including 8 to 10 years specifically in offshore oil & gas facilities.
• Technical proficiency in telecom system domains such as CCTV, UHF/VHF radios, PA/GA, PABX, IP telephony, telemetry, AIS, ACS, LAN/WAN, fiber optic structured cabling, TETRA radio systems, and network management systems.
• Proven involvement in both greenfield and brownfield FEED and EPIC projects, covering engineering, commissioning, and handover phases.
• Deep understanding of industry standards, HSE requirements, and risk management practices, including HAZID and SIMOPS.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Offshore safety certifications like BOSIET/FOET with CA-EBS and Basic H2S training.
• Robust skills in planning, multitasking, and resource coordination.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, especially in technical documentation.
• Familiarity with software tools such as MS Word, Excel, Project, Visio, and AutoCAD.

Work Environment and Travel

This full-time position is mainly based at offshore and onshore oil & gas sites in Qatar and the wider Middle East, with opportunities for international travel to Denmark and Singapore. Safety is central to our work culture, and you will play a part in fostering a strong safety mindset throughout your projects.

About the Employer

Joining Semco Maritime means becoming part of a global community dedicated to transforming the energy sector through innovative and pragmatic solutions. We emphasize safety and sustainability as we contribute towards a sustainable energy future.