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Network Engineering Technician - Mombasa at Poa Internet

Poa Internet
3 Years
Mombasa, Kenya
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Company Details
Name:Poa Internet
Industry: Internet
Website: http://www.poa.co.ke/
Description: We believe EVERYONE in the world deserves access to the internet and affordable communications. Communications have an incredibly positive impact on improving the lives of individuals and accelerating the economic and social growth of developing countries; yet 4.4 billion people around the world are still unconnected and many more are poorly serviced. At poa! we believe everyone deserves access to the internet and it should not be limited to the privileged few. Our poa! Internet service provides wireless broadband to low income and rural communities across East Africa, offering individuals and small businesses highly affordable Internet access. poa! brings significant social benefit to the communities we serve by offering free access to digital content including educational and health materials as well as generating substantial employment opportunities.
Job Description

Overall Responsibility:

Responsible for end-to-end execution of wireless installations, commissioning, field support, and preventive maintenance for assigned networks. The role ensures delivery against installation and commissioning targets with a strong focus on quality, safety, and efficiency to support Poa’s national scale-up plans.

Role Responsibilities: 

  • Deploy, commission & support wireless distribution points in accordance with the site installation guidelines. 
  • Maintain 99.9% tower uptime through proactive maintenance and timely reactive interventions.
  • Ensure zero repeat installs and maintain strict EHS compliance with no site accidents or fatalities.
  • Ensure zero installation complaints from the community arising from damages to property or improper site keeping.
  • Ensure full accountability for materials while maintaining accurate, transparent and consistent reporting.

Academic qualifications required for the role:

  • Diploma in a relevant engineering field, preferably in Telecommunications/Electrical/Electronic Engineering.  
  • Proven wireless installation and commissioning experience in a fast-growing, high-performance organisation with a similar culture and values to Poa.

Key competencies required for the role:

  • Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in wireless installation and commissioning within the telecom industry.
  • Proficient in antenna and power installations, with confidence working at heights; knowledge of routing, switching, IT systems, and fibre planning is an added advantage.
  • Proven ability to successfully implement major wireless installs & commissioning in a fast-growing organisation with limited resources and strict timelines.
  • A consistent track record of having cost-effectively implemented site builds with strict adherence to high-quality and safety standards in past engagements. 
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills; a self-driven team player with a proactive attitude and a passion for continuous learning.
  • Willing to travel frequently across the country on short notice.
Salary: Discuss During Interview
Education: Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time

Key Skills

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