Communication Technician

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Operational: · Install, configure, and maintain communication systems (P2P radio, VoIP, satellite, LTE, and network devices). · Maintain communication network availability and maximize uptime by configuring, troubleshooting, and monitoring network devices, LAN/WAN connectivity, and structured copper and fiber optic cabling. · Maintain, optimize, and troubleshoot VSAT communication systems and links, including antenna alignment, signal levels (RX/TX), bandwidth management, and coordination with service providers. · Maintain VoIP solutions, video conferencing systems, and their associated communication equipment rooms and telecom racks. · Conduct rig/site visits for installation, inspection, maintenance, and fault resolution. · Ensure compliance with company standards, cybersecurity requirements, and operational procedures. · Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot facility access control systems, including card readers, biometric readers, access control panels, and door controllers. Operational (General): · Provide assistance to SANAD business units on issues related to Communication system and surveillance systems. · Participate in routine inspections to ensure the highest safety and quality standards are maintained. · Comply with company HSE policies and procedures while working on drilling rigs and remote locations. · Support the organization during emergency situations and operational incidents when required. · Perform any maintenance activities assigned by management both onsite and remotely. · Remain up to date with the Company's business environment and role requirements to identify potential opportunities and challenges. · Contribute to departmental activities as required to ensure business continuity during the absence of team members. JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge and Experience: - Minimum of 2–5 years of relevant experience in Communication systems, networking, and VSAT systems. - Practical experience with network and connectivity technologies such as LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, SD-WAN, and VSAT / LTE / 5G communication systems used at remote sites or rigs. Education and Certifications: - Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electronics, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Instrumentation, or related field.

Minimum of 2–5 years of relevant experience in Communication systems, networking, and VSAT systems. Practical experience with network and connectivity technologies such as LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, SD-WAN, and VSAT / LTE / 5G communication systems used at remote sites or rigs. Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electronics, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Instrumentation, or related field.

Install, configure, and maintain communication systems (P2P radio, VoIP, satellite, LTE, and network devices). Maintain communication network availability and maximize uptime by configuring, troubleshooting, and monitoring network devices, LAN/WAN connectivity, and structured copper and fiber optic cabling. Maintain, optimize, and troubleshoot VSAT communication systems and links, including antenna alignment, signal levels (RX/TX), bandwidth management, and coordination with service providers. Maintain VoIP solutions, video conferencing systems, and their associated communication equipment rooms and telecom racks. Conduct rig/site visits for installation, inspection, maintenance, and fault resolution. Ensure compliance with company standards, cybersecurity requirements, and operational procedures. Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot facility access control systems, including card readers, biometric readers, access control panels, and door controllers. Provide assistance to SANAD business units on issues related to Communication system and surveillance systems. Participate in routine inspections to ensure the highest safety and quality standards are maintained. Comply with company HSE policies and procedures while working on drilling rigs and remote locations. Support the organization during emergency situations and operational incidents when required. Perform any maintenance activities assigned by management both onsite and remotely. Remain up to date with the Company's business environment and role requirements to identify potential opportunities and challenges. Contribute to departmental activities as required to ensure business continuity during the absence of team members.