Ugo Chiya
FIBRE OPTICS TECHNICIAN
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About
Fibre Optics Technician with hands-on experience across FTTH/FTTx and P2P network installation, fusion splicing, termination, and fault diagnostics. Skilled in OTDR testing, optical power measurement, and live-network ring cuts performed without service disruption. Proven record supporting OSP construction, maintaining telecom safety compliance, and resolving fibre outages across metro and long-distance networks.
Adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently or coordinating across departments to keep networks running.
Experience
Fibre Optics Installation & Maintenance Technician - Topveg Resources Ltd.
(2023-01 - 2026-03)
- Installed, spliced, tested, and maintained fibre optic cables across FTTH and FTTx network deployments.
- Performed fusion splicing and termination of fibre cores to division and industry standards.
- Tested fibre links using OTDR, Optical Power Meter (OPM), and Light Source equipment.
- Located fibre faults using Visual Fault Locator (VFL) and implemented corrective restoration plans.
- Restored fibre outages across metro and long-distance networks, minimising downtime.
- Interpreted fibre splice diagrams and network design layouts to guide field execution.
- Documented "As-Is" network status and splice configurations for accurate database records.
- Performed live-network ring cuts without disrupting existing customer services.
- Completed customer premise installations, including racking, cabling, bonding, and grounding.
- Installed demarcation enclosures, patch panels, and associated telecom equipment.
- Coordinated fibre activities with the OSP Construction Manager and cross-functional teams.
- Monitored network performance and applied corrective actions to fibre-related faults.
- Maintained compliance with telecom safety standards and HSE regulations across all field operations.
- Supported civil works and aerial fibre deployment activities as required.
- Worked flexible schedules, including on-call duty, night shifts, and overtime when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Biochemistry - Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State (2012 - 2017)
Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) - Our Lady's Comprehensive Secondary School, Umueghele, Abia State (2009 - 2013)
Primary Education Certificate - St. Andrew's Community School, Uratta