Tech Officer: Submarine Cable Ops

**Core Description**:
To install, operate and maintain the submarine cable systems and associated local terrestrial systems, according to international standards, in order to provide a continuous service to International and National Investors, Operators & Customers

**Competencies**:
Transmission Systems; Safety Regulation and Standards; Mechanical Aids; Network Management Systems; IP Networks; Power DC and AC; Project Management; Data Communication Systems; Broadband Systems;
Data Acquisition / Multiplexing Systems; National Management Systems; Computer Hardware / Software Systems;
Company Policies/Procedures & WI's; NonVoice Systems & Associated Services; Fire Alarm Systems; Fire Suppression Systems and Procedures; Air
Conditioners; Standby Plants; UPS & Battery Management

Interpersonal; Planning; Project Management; Computer Literacy; Programming; Analytical; Communicating; Training Techniques; Team work; Technical& Test Eq Handling & Techniques; Technical Design

Dedicated; Quality Awareness; Responsible; Proactive; Team Player;
Driven; Work and Personal Safety; Customer Focus; Accurate

**Responsibilities**:
Maintained Network Configuration
Monitored Traffic Quality
Restored Traffic
Managed Spare and Test Equipment
Installed Equipment / Services
Repaired Equipment / Services
Maintained Equipment

**Required Certification**:
None

**Qualifications**:
Electrical Engineering Degree/ Diploma (N6/S6) Light Current (at least NQF Level 6) and 1 Year relevant experience at operational
level

OR

Grade 12 with Maths, Science and relevant modular training (NQF Level 4) and 3 Years relevant experience at operational
level

**Experience**:
Electrical Engineering Degree/ Diploma (N6/S6) Light Current (at least NQF Level 6) and 1 Year relevant experience at operational
level

OR

Grade 12 with Maths, Science and relevant modular training (NQF Level 4) and 3 Years relevant experience at operational
level

**Special Requirements**:

- Valid driver's license. Must be able to identify colours.
- Must be willing to travel to undergo training
- Must be willing and able to work after hours, shifts, including overtime call-out and stand-by duties.
- Must have an understanding of the inter-dependencies between sections.
- Ability to speak foreign languages (Fresh, Spanish, Portuguese) is an advantage.
- Must have a high stress tolerance level
- Call out and stand-by and travelling away on S&T.
- Able to function in stressful environment.

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