ICT Systems Integration Support (Rigging)

Overview of position

The contracted personnel is responsible for the installation, maintenance & repair of ICT equipment & must have a strong knowledge of rigging procedures, safety regulations & the ability to work at heights. Riggers must also be skilled in using various hand & power tools & have excellent problem solving skills.

Role objectives

• Must be able to do site survey, plan & provide requirements for mast / tower base foundation work.
• Experience on construction & dismantling of Communication mast / tower.
• Preparation & shipment of communications materials on the sites.
• Perform annual Inspection & safety maintenance of all structures across the mission.
• Install & maintain ICT infrastructure, including towers, antennas & cables.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations & procedures while working at heights.
• Knowledgeable in using various equipment & tools, such as hoists & rigging equipment, to install & maintain telecom equipment.
• Troubleshoot & repair telecom equipment & infrastructure as needed.
• Keep accurate records of work completed & materials used.
• Stay up to date with industry trends & advancements in technology.
• Always adhere to company policies & procedures.
• Ability to climb towers & work at heights.
• Willingness to work outdoors & in varying weather conditions.
• Physical fitness & ability to carry heavy equipment.
• Provide product specific training whenever required.
• Be on call & provide 24 x 7 support to troubleshoot issues or problems when required especially during crisis & emergency situations.
• Perform any other ICT duties & tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Project reporting

The ICT Systems Integration Support - Rigging unit will be working under the direct supervision of the Rigging Unit Supervisor in UNMISS, Republic of South Sudan.

Key competencies

Expert:

• Degree or diploma in electronic, electrical, computer engineering, computer science, information technology, or other related field.
• Must have at least 8 years of working experience relating to the required technical knowledge written above.
• The following rigging valid certification from international recognized institution are required Sope Rigging International, Fall Arrest & Basic Rescue International.
• Experience & knowledge of civil works related to tower construction, troubleshooting installations, site survey, grounding electrical installations, installation of tower lights, lightening arrestors, welding & fabrication are desirable.
• Experience in using power tools, site master, through line watt meters & relevant measuring devices.
• Experience & knowledge in high radio frequency equipment / microwave radio / & or FM broadcast communications systems are desirable.
• Installation & maintenance of meteorological equipment are desirable.
• Computer literate with proficiency in MS Office Suite & others.
• Project Management Certification or ITIL Foundation are desirable.
• Experience in South Sudan is desirable.
• Must have a national driver’s license & able to drive a light motor vehicle with manual transmission.
• Must be fluent in English, both written & oral.

Required competencies:

• Excellent client orientation skills with attention to technical details.
• Strong communication & organizational skills.
• Detail oriented planning & high degree of accuracy & safety.
• Works collaboratively with & supports colleagues / clients to achieve common goals.

Team management

This role has no team management responsibility.

Further information

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.