GIS Planner

The Role

Join our dynamic Fixed-Network team as a GIS Planner for Etisalat's project planning & designing of FT Tx network (Civil & Cable) in coordination with a client for infrastructure development works / Roadworks / Recharge Projects / Mega projects.

This role requires close collaboration with engineering teams, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate spatial data and efficient network planning.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparation of network development civil and cable projects for brown and green areas concerning Etisalat Planning design guide based on forecast and actual requirements. Conducting desktop and site surveys.
• Illustrating all network elements in NE (Joint Boxes, Ducts, Cabinets, building points, FDH, etc.) for all FO cable projects. Obtaining all required way leaves from the Town Planning Department, Municipality, and other utility departments.
• Preparation pf quotation/ Cost letters and Recharge projects.
• Study on New Area Developments & its Requirements. Handle major projects in the area, prepare projected cost for investment, Coordinate with different escalate sections for smooth service provisioning.
• Monitoring and updating daily statistical reports E-Side Data Base, GDPT etc., and providing required follow-up, and coordination with clients, contractors, and other sections.
• Coordination with major project consultants/contractors for smooth implementation of Etisalat infrastructure deployment and to negotiate the ownership agreements over telecom infrastructure.
• Conduct site visits to study relocation/protection of plant, prepare cost estimate, and forward to sales.
• At any meetings which arranged by Client / DMT / Consultants / Contractors receiving and processing of roadworks related NOCs from Municipality websites and file in project master files for future reference.
• As-Built BOQ review with As-Built drawings certified by project section. Certified BOQ to accounts for final payment and settlement if accounts with DMT. Project completion certificate to DMT consultant.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, Urban Planning, Geospatial Sciences, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in GIS planning, preferably on similar project in Etisalat.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Certification in GIS or related disciplines.
• Experience working on large-scale Fixed network projects.
• Understanding of UAE's regulatory environment for telecommunications.