Job Purpose
The FDI Technical Team Lead oversees the maintenance and operation of the Primary Data Centre and six Containerized Data Centres, while managing field digital infrastructure projects. Key initiatives over the next 5+ years include large-scale fiber optic deployment, relocation of the Primary Data Centre, and replacement of cooling systems for the Containerized Data Centres. The role demands strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities and a deep understanding of telecom services and technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Overseeing maintenance & operation of Primary Data Centre & 6 Containerized Data Centres, ensuring critical systems are always fit for purpose
- Responsible for support and Integrity of Telecoms Towers and Masts
- Developing 5 Year Roadmap for Field Digital Infrastructure Team
- Submitting Annual Work Programme & Budget
- Preparing Request for Proposal Documents and Evaluating Bid Responses
- Vendor Management
- Asset Management
- Training & Development of Engineers/Technicians with a view to nationalization
- Subject Matter Expert for Upcoming Fiber Optic Project
Requirements
Essential Qualifications:
- Data Centre Management to include technical knowledge of electrical distribution and emergency/standby power systems, HVAC Systems, fire detection/suppression and monitoring/control systems
- Experience of large-scale fiber optic deployments
- Experience writing RFP Documents and managing Vendor Bidding Process
- Experience managing & leading technical engineering staff
- Proven ability and drive to co-ordinate multiple activities
- Good interpersonal skills
- Experience in Oil and Gas Industry
- English written & oral
- Ability to work within a multicultural environment
- Significant experience in a similar role in an Oil/Gas company
- Able to supervise technical support staff, communicate effectively with all levels of technology users, and work within a multicultural environment
- Willingness and ability to work in adverse conditions at times (hot weather, sandy weather)
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Excellent leadership and team/resource management skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and able to work with staff at all levels in an organization
- Proactive thinking – the ability to come up with options and solutions
- Good attention to detail
- Delivery focused
- Willing to challenge and be challenged
- Motivating, positive, energetic, helpful
- Leads by example
- Good interpersonal skills and demonstrates strong customer empathy
Rotation
28/28 days
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.