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Job Summary

Job Title:
Commissioning Telecoms Specialist (TIL)
Employer:
McDermott
Location:
Kampala
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Engineering Jobs
Number of Positions:
Deadline:
Friday, 5 June 2026

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McDermott is a premier, fully-integrated provider of engineering and construction solutions to the energy industry. Our customers trust our technology-driven approach to design and build infrastructure solutions to responsibly transport and transform oil and gas into the products the world needs today. From concept to commissioning, our expertise and comprehensive solutions deliver certainty, innovation and added value to energy projects around the world.

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Deadline: 

5 Jun 2026

Commissioning Telecoms Specialist (TIL) Job at McDermott

McDermott

Job Description

Reports to the Commissioning Telecoms Superintendent and assist in the execution of a safe and efficient Pre-commissioning, Commissioning, Start-up and Performance Testing of the facility to achieve the plant’s production and performance objectives. Responsible for the execution of the plant telecoms & security pre-commissioning and commissioning activities in accordance with the Commissioning Execution Plan. Provides first line supervision of the technicians carrying out the telecoms & security completion activities.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Work collaboratively within the Project team and with Client to maintain positive relationships
  • Supervises pre-commissioning activities for telecoms & security equipment including pre-energization checks for telecoms & security equipment within his area of responsibility, and repair and refurbishment of telecoms & security equipment during commissioning and operations as required
  • Responsible for functional verification and commissioning of telecom and security systems including PAGA, CCTV, Access Control, Intrusion Detection, Telephone/VoIP and Radio communication systems
  • Coordinate and verify commissioning of telecom network infrastructure including switches, routers, industrial network devices and system integration with plant control networks
  • Coordinate with the Telecom System Integrator, equipment manufacturers and vendors to support telecom and security system pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up activities, including review of procedures, vendor support during Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and resolution of equipment issues where required
  • Support integrated system testing between telecom systems and plant control systems including interfaces with DCS, ESD and Fire & Gas systems where applicable
  • Participate in walk down inspections, punch listing, clearing and reinstatement activities of telecoms & security systems
  • Ensure the issue of PTW and job safety analysis for telecoms & security commissioning activities in the area under his responsibility
  • Supervises the safe and effective utilization of all materials, equipment and personnel assigned to telecoms & security team
  • Responsible for quantity and quality of all work performed by the telecoms & security team in the area under his responsibility
  • Redlining as-built telecoms & security drawings for pre-commissioning and commissioning works in compliance with project procedure
  • Complies with company policies, procedures and safe working practices

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