IT / Telecom Engineer

IOTA Group supports its clients in delivering major international projects across the energy, nuclear, mining, infrastructure and industrial sectors.

For a major uranium mining project in Namibia, we are currently looking for an experienced IT/ Telecom Engineer.

For a major uranium mining project in Namibia, we are looking for IT/ TelecomEngineer.

Based between Swakopmund and the Trekkopje site and under the hierarchical and functional management of the Engineering Manager, this position will consist in:

• Performing and reviewing the IT and telecommunications engineering of the project (site networks, fibre optic backbone, external links, radio and mobile communications, telephony, CCTV and access control, server rooms), including the oversight of the EPCM / EPC contractors.
• Defining the IT / telecom design criteria, architecture and standards, consistent with ORANO Group IT policies and with the plant control system (IT / OT segregation),
• Reviewing IT / telecom deliverables (network architecture, block diagrams, coverage studies, cable and fibre routing, equipment lists, specifications) and performing interdisciplinary checks,
• Preparing specifications, performing technical bid evaluations and reviewing vendor documents with Procurement, and coordinating with telecom operators and service providers in Namibia,
• Ensuring cybersecurity by design, in coordination with Group IT Security and DTD, including network security, access management and backup,
• Setting up and maintaining the project IT and telecom services for the site offices, camp and construction phase (connectivity, user equipment, collaboration tools, support),
• Manage the IT / Telecom configuration of the project in close coordination with other disciplines and under the management / decision of the engineering manager (change management process).
• Supporting installation, testing and commissioning of IT / telecom systems, and preparing engineering change requests with their technical, cost and schedule impacts,
• Reporting progress, technical issues and risks to the Engineering Manager, and contributing to the digitalization of project and plant data.
• Engineering degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, Electronic or Electrical Engineering
• Network / security certifications (e.g. CCNP, CISSP or equivalent) are a plus
• Proven track record of more than 10 years of experience in IT and telecommunications engineering on mining, industrial or infrastructure projects.
• Experience of remote sites and of industrial (OT) networks is a plus.
• Good knowledge of IT infrastructure, networks, telecom and radio systems, cybersecurity, international standards (IEC, ISO 27001, ITU, TIA) and network design tools.
• Knowledge of Namibian telecom regulation (CRAN frequency licensing) and operators, and experience of nuclear or radiologically controlled facilities are a bonus.
• Valid driver’s license.

Language Requirements

• Professional proficiency in French and English is required.

• Ability to work in an international and multicultural environment.

• Location: Swakopmund and Trekkopje site, Namibia

• Duration: Assignment potentially running until 31 December 2027

• Starting date: asap

Ready to contribute to a major international uranium mining project in Namibia?

Apply now with your detailed CV in English.