Datacom Field Operator Northwest

Job description

Function The Datacom Field Operator reports to the Field Operations Supervisor and has the following objectives: To prepare the daily schedule for regional Datacom activities in collaboration with the supervisor; To perform corrective and preventive maintenance on all Datacom technologies (optical fibre, copper cables, modems, telephony, PDH E1, SDH, Ethernet, IP, DWDM, etc.); To install and test Datacom technologies in accordance with current safety and quality procedures; To be involved in the evolution and expansion of the Datacom network, in order to guarantee a reliable and high-performance data communication network for applications in substations, service centres, dispatchings and data centers. Your duties will be as follows Scheduling To receive and follow up on various inputs for the schedules of various departments (Engineering, Asset Management and Datacom); To work with the expert to convert these inputs into a daily schedule and a schedule for contractors. Work preparation Prepare assignments, from a practical and technical point of view (gathering all necessary materials and information); Carefully analyse the impact on the operational Datacom network and communicate it to the relevant departments (Dispatching and Asset Management); Implement the necessary redundancy mechanisms to minimise risks and impact. Work performance Coordinate and perform installation and maintenance work on all Datacom technologies; Check, inspect and deliver work performed by contractors; Test and commission Datacom systems; Implement and configure Datacom services via management systems in order to connect end systems. Safety Be familiar with, apply and monitor the relevant safety rules, procedures and principles (for both individuals and the network). Evolution & innovation Actively contribute to the evolution of the Datacom subnetwork; Be involved in the evaluation and implementation of new technologies; Help introduce new working methods; Formulate and implement improvement proposals; Continuously keep your technical knowledge up to date given the rapid developments within IT/Datacom. Documentation & reporting Arrange the correct documentation (plans, systems, administration, etc.); Report on the tasks and activities completed. Your Profile You have a Bachelor's degree in electronics, ICT or telecommunications or have relevant technical experience; You have the following competencies: An in-depth knowledge of Datacom technologies (optical fibre, copper cables, modems, telephony, PDH E1, SDH, Ethernet and IP); Strong organisational and planning skills; Good communication skills; An eagerness to learn and a strong development-oriented mindset; The ability to work independently and take responsibility; A strong sense of responsibility and good risk insight; Customer focus and the ability to cope with stress. Languages: You are a native Dutch speaker and will preferably have a good knowledge of French or be willing to learn French; You are able to read and understand technical documentation in English and are potentially willing to develop your skills further in this respect. Additional requirements: You are willing to do the certification programme for offshore work; You are willing to perform both onshore and offshore activities in line with project requirements. You have a category B driving licence and are willing to travel within the region on a daily basis. Offer Salary: a competitive salary package, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€8 per working day) and a bonus based on group results. Insurance: group insurance, hospitalisation insurance and ambulant care for the whole family. Vacation: you will be entitled to 20 vacation days and 13 additional vacation days. Social fund: Year-end vouchers, birth and marriage allowances. We will also cover part of the cost of glasses, a dental prosthesis or other medical needs. Communication: you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop. Discounts: you will enjoy a 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill. Mobility: you will be given a season ticket for public transport or a contribution to the cost of commuting to and from work as concessionary travel (66% of the cost of a second-class monthly train season ticket). Elia shares: Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price. Location Souverainestraat 33, 9770 Kruisem.