Outside Plant (OSP) Engineer (Contract-GB)

About Digicel

Enabling customers to live, work, play and flourish in a connected world, Digicel’s world class LTE and fibre networks deliver state-of-the-art mobile, home and business solutions.

Serving 10 million consumer and business customers in 25 markets in the Caribbean and Central America, its investments of over US$5 billion and a commitment to its communities through its Digicel Foundations in Haiti, Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago have contributed to positive outcomes for over 2 million people to date. 

With the Better-Connected ethos at the heart of everything, its 5,000 employees worldwide work together to make that a powerful reality for customers, communities and countries day in, day out.

Digicel also delivers news, sports broadcasting, digital media and financial services in several of its markets.

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Job Title: Outside Plant (OSP) Engineer (Contract-GB)

Primary objective of the job:

The Outside Plant (OSP) Engineer (Contract-GB) is responsible for engineering, construction, maintenance, installation, and commissioning of the company’s fibre optic network and related services. The OSP Engineer will plan, design, implement, and manage Outside Plant (OSP) network infrastructure projects from conception to completion, ensuring all fibre installations meet engineering, safety, and quality standards. The role includes coordinating construction activities, conducting quality control inspections, and overseeing the PAC (Preliminary Acceptance Certificate) and FAC (Final Acceptance Certificate) processes to verify compliance with technical specifications and contractual requirements. The OSP Engineer is also accountable for ensuring timely project delivery, maintaining accurate documentation, and completing final sign-off for network readiness and operational handover.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out correct work methods in accordance with health and safety standards and cable vender instructions.
• Execute build out in accordance with design; liaise with engineers to ensure that specification is compliant with the design of the fiber optic network 
• Provide oversight to ensure that the company standards are being adhered to  
• Researches and recommends which OSP materials are to be used in the fiber optic network
• Analyze material performance, carry research and recommends/suggests changes as needed
• Participate in the development of troubleshooting and maintenance schedules and protocols.
• Coordinates work with contractors and other departments as needed to construct and maintain the fiber optic network.
• Carry out site survey to support the design, development and maintenance of the fiber network
• Participate in preparation of the design and costing of all additions to the OSP fiber optic network.
• Performs and / or coordinate special projects as assigned.
• Works closely with the OSP Engineers/Manager in the design of the fiber optic network.

Academic Qualifications and Experience Required:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in the fiber optic cabling business/environment/including testing or relevant experience
• Experienced in using power measurements and the OTDR preferred
• Experience in both buried, direct buried and overhead cabling methods preferred
• Knowledge of CAD OR GIS desirable
• Basic knowledge of the planning, design and engineering of OSP fiber optic networks preferred.
• Basic knowledge of the standards, materials, techniques and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of OSP fiber optic facilities
• Working knowledge of fiber optic transmission

Functional Skills:

• Basic PC skills
• Attentive to detail
• Self-motivated and result-oriented approach to work
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and deliver against competing priorities
• Ability to build strong relationships and work as part of inter-disciplinary teams
• Ability to strive in a fast-paced and demanding service environment
• Able to operate autonomously and demonstrate initiative in problem solving, decision making and proactive approach to job.
• Confidentiality and trustworthiness.
• Initiative and resourcefulness in the conduct of duties.
• Strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to relate to a diverse working environment.
• Computer Literate in a Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, etc.)
• Report / Business Writing Skills

DISCLAIMER:

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may, and probably will be asked to perform other duties as required. Each employee, regardless of classification, is required to maintain a safe, orderly and clean workplace, using safety precautions and observing safety rules at all times.