Splicing Technician (Fiber Optic)

About the role

A Splicing Technician is needed to splice fiber optic cables in outdoor and indoor settings, read, create and maintain splicing schematics and diagrams, and keep control of outside plant activities around the assigned work sites. The role also involves taking and maintaining accurate splicing and field notes and supporting project timelines.

Key responsibilities

• Fiber splicing to build a proper splice case, including grounding, bonding, isolation, slack storage and sealing.
• Troubleshoot and carry out routine maintenance.
• Rehabilitate the network, including tensioning cables, replacing manhole covers and cable recovery.
• Record the cable network infrastructure and liaise with other technical departments to support and resolve network issues.
• Check and advise on environmental issues in the nodes in their area.
• Maintain site safety by removing hazards or reporting them before work starts.
• Carry out onsite surveys for network changes and routing, then challenge them to the Regional Manager to raise the associated PM orders.

Required profile

• Diploma in Electronics, Telecommunications or a related field.
• Four years of experience in network maintenance is highly desirable.
• Technical aptitude for electrical and telecommunication infrastructure, good analytical skills, attention to detail and excellent communication.