Expert Fixed Connectivity

What you will do

Within the telecom team, you will be responsible for the management and optimisation of fixed wired telecom services that support critical utility infrastructure for electricity, gas, water, heat and digital services.

Your responsibilities include:

• Managing and optimising fixed wired telecom services (fibre optic, copper cable, coax)
• Managing APN environments, SIM cards and M2M platforms
• Supporting OT and IT projects where fixed wired communication plays a crucial role
• Following up with telecom operators
• Developing standards, architecture principles and telecom policy around fixed wired connectivity
• Identifying new technologies and market developments
• Supporting migration projects where existing communication technologies are replaced by modern solutions
• Collaborating with architecture, security, operations and external partners
• Acting as technical point of contact within the domain of mobile communication

What we are looking for

You bring solid experience in datacom and telecom technologies, with a strong focus on fixed connectivity:

• At least 3 years of demonstrable experience coordinating datacom-related projects
• At least 3 years of demonstrable experience with datacom technologies: optical fibre and copper cables
• At least 3 years of demonstrable experience with the technology in question or similar technology
• At least 3 years of demonstrable experience managing technical dossiers (from design to execution)
• At least 3 years of demonstrable experience with quality control and fault analysis of datacom technologies
• At least 3 years of demonstrable experience with OT networks
• At least 3 years of demonstrable experience working in telecom databases
• Demonstrable knowledge of GIS platforms (Smallworld, Geo, Google Earth)
• Dutch language skills at European CEFR level C2

Preferred:

• High-voltage safety training (BA4/BA5 competence as provided in AREI regulations)

Some interventions may take place in exclusive electricity or gas spaces subject to safety regulations. You are expected to comply with all applicable safety requirements and have the necessary personal protective equipment (safety helmet, safety shoes, flame-retardant clothing, etc.).

The setting

This assignment runs from January 2027 for an initial period of one year, with the possibility of extension.

The role is based in Limburg, with hybrid working arrangements available in consultation with the team lead. Occasional travel to other locations may be required, and some activities may require additional on-site presence.

You will work full-time within a team that combines technical expertise with a strong vision on telecom innovation, advising internal clients on the most suitable connectivity solutions.

You can join us for this assignment as a freelancer or as an employee of HumanInTech. Same role, same team. If you join as an employee, your employment continues beyond this assignment. When it ends, we’ll work together to find your next assignment.

Location: Limburg, hybrid

Work address: Belgium

Employer / contracting party: HumanInTech

Applications close (Brussels time): November 17, 2026 at 1:00 AM

Engagement: Freelance or employed by HumanInTech

Working hours: Full-time

Experience: 3–5 years or more

Education: Bachelor's or more

Published: November 2026