Team Leader Fibre - Thika - Nairobi Region at HCS Affiliates Group in Kenya

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    Team Leader Fibre - Thika - Nairobi Region

    HCS Affiliates GroupKenya

    Posted

    1 month ago

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    ICT & Telecommunications
    Engineering & Technology

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    Job Description

    HCS Affiliates Group is a one-stop human resources and management consultancy organization, headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya.

    Job summary/ Job purpose/ Role Intent: Successfully undertake all activities relating to routine maintenance, corrective maintenance, root cause analysis and network quality initiatives for the fibre optic network.

    Organization Structure:

    • Primary Reporting: Team Leader –Field Operations
    • Secondary Reporting: Regional Technical Manager
    • Department: Technology
    • Leadership Level: Individual /Team Contribution

    Job Magnitude:

    • Number of employees directly reporting to this job: 0
    • Number of indirect reports: 0
    • Number of 3rd party staff (e.g., contractors, consultants, outsourced service providers) reporting to this job: 0

    Key Responsibilities

    1. Evaluates, tests, and repairs old or malfunctioning fibre network infrastructure along with scheduled preventive maintenance routines covering: Optical cable, Closure kits, Ducts and Man holes.
    2. Generate sensor indicators and execute inspections ensuring the fibre optic systems do not contain faults that could destabilize its performance.
    3. Conducts regular inspections of the assigned system and repairs any defects recognized.
    4. Prepare and maintain system records and system diagrams.
    5. Perform fibre optic maintenance including: Point of break /link analysis, splicing, core alignment and splice quality validation using necessary tools and techniques.

    Required Qualifications

    Academic and Professional:

    • BSC in Electronic/Electrical/Telecommunication Engineering or related field.
    • Training in optical fibre technology.
    • Higher Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
    • Certification in Fiber technology.

    Experience:

    • Two years experience in fibre maintenance.
    • Proven track record in analyzing trends, undertaking root cause analysis, identifying key issues and putting in place actions to address and improve network & service availability and quality.

    Competencies:

    Technical Competencies:

    • Fibre optics maintenance tools and techniques.
    • Microsoft Office.
    • Customer focus.
    • Planning and organizing.
    • Troubleshooting.
    • Must be able to work at height (certified), in confined spaces and in all weathers.

    Functional Competencies:

    • Team Work: Contributes actively to a working environment in which colleagues work co-operatively with each other, accepting collective responsibility. Teams achieve high standards of performance by continually reviewing objectives and priorities.
    • Innovation: Is eager to develop new ideas and concepts for identifying better solutions to current and future problems. Creates a climate in which new approaches are not only welcomed but also expected from everyone in the organisation to continuously improve overall performance and generate new business ideas.
    • Managing Risks: Review calculated risks after considering the potential organisational and stakeholder concerns; Identifies areas of potential risks and create backup plans for any contingency; Encourages others to explore new opportunities for business.
    • Analytical Thinking: Comprehend and identify patterns or connections between situations that are not obviously related, and identify key or underlying issues in complex situations. It includes using creative, conceptual or inductive reasoning.

    Job Details

    Estimated Salary Range

    KES 65,000 – 95,000 / monthBased on Kenyan market rates for similar roles

    Salary Type

    Monthly

    Job Function

    Engineering & Technology

    Minimum Experience

    2 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Engineering

    Field of Study

    Electronic/Electrical/Telecommunication Engineering

    Other Locations

    Thika, Kiambu

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should go to HCS Affiliates Group on docs.google.com to apply.

    Tips for this role:

    1. Highlight Technical Expertise: Emphasize your hands-on experience with fibre optic maintenance, splicing, and troubleshooting, directly aligning with the core responsibilities.

    2. Showcase Problem-Solving Skills: Detail instances where you've performed root cause analysis and implemented solutions to improve network availability and quality, as these are key performance indicators.

    3. Demonstrate Leadership & Coordination: Even without direct reports, highlight your ability to lead projects, coordinate tasks, and ensure team objectives are met, especially in a field-based environment.

    4. Prioritize Safety & Compliance: Mention your certifications or experience in working at height, confined spaces, and adherence to safety protocols, which are critical technical competencies for this role.

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    Tags

    Fibre
    Fiber Optics
    Telecommunication
    Engineering
    Technical