Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia Plc is a company supporting Ethiopia’s digital transformation. As a member of the Vodacom family, we have a wealth of experience connecting over 334 million people globally and over 180 million people in Africa across our network. We look forward to partnering with Ethiopians as we build a new network in Ethiopia.

We are setting the groundwork in readiness for the launch of our services next year and are looking to work with purpose-led teams that put the community at the heart of service.

Safaricom Ethiopia is offering a wide range of careers, whether you’re looking to join our technology, commercial or corporate teams. If you would like a challenge and the promise of a digital future for the people of Ethiopia, we are looking for you. 

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy for Physical security systems Officer within the Legal & Risk Function in Ethiopia. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below. 

Detailed Description 

Reporting to the EHOD - Security, the position holder’s role shall be responsible for providing skilled security systems & safety support in installing, altering, maintaining, and repairing security systems, safety and mechanical systems in Safaricom facilities.

Job Responsibilities 

Preventive, General Maintenance & Emergency works attendance :

• Oversee, maintain & repairs all CCTV & safety installation in all Safaricom Facilities.
• Carry out tasks in accordance with industry/trade practices and Standards. Proactive approach to work /planning.
• Security Systems testing and monitoring performance of equipment
• Emergency attendance to solve the problem 
• Guide in equipment and system technical specifications.
• Maintain Access control database to current, manage entry and exit of staff and contractors.

Working diagrams & Drawings updates                                       

• Keep all Security systems & safety drawings for facilities, MSR and BTS.
• Keep all other documents & records i.e. manual specifications, software ,warranties and best practice documents

Stocks for Equipment, Fittings and Components     

• Keep record for in & out store date entry
• Disposal data
• keep inventory of all equipment per facilities
• keep Database for all equipment

Supervision on Project and Upgrades

• Overseeing works for new projects.
• Overseeing works for upgrades
• Ensure all new projects have handover checklist signed off.

Surprise Systems testing & Checks 

• Surprise checks for all systems on physical tests and ensure systems are kept on normal status
• Review faults and advice 

Health and Safety:

• Ensure compliance with environment health and safety regulations
• Systems audits once a year
• Systems checks with supplier or contractor 3 times a year

Reports

• Prepare weekly & monthly reports and maintain updated security systems & safety working diagrams.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Electrical & Electronic/Instrumentation/Mechatronic Engineering
• Two years working experience in a commercial organization with experience in surveys, installation and inspection of Security, Safety & Electrical systems. 

How to Apply

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, kindly proceed to update your candidate profile on CLICK HERE