Onsite Meteorological Station Technician

About the role

We are looking for a full‑time Onsite Meteorological Station Technician to install, commission, operate and maintain weather monitoring stations across Madagascar. The role involves frequent travel to remote sites and close collaboration with project engineers and international technical teams.

Key responsibilities

• Install weather monitoring equipment, sensors, communication and solar power systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot faults and conduct site inspections.
• Prepare service reports, maintenance records and ensure data quality and system reliability.
• Follow safety and quality procedures while working independently in remote locations.

Required profile

• Technical diploma or degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Meteorology or related field.
• Fluent in English, French and Malagasy (written and spoken).
• Valid Madagascar driver’s licence and willingness to travel extensively.
• Experience with installation, commissioning and maintenance of meteorological or environmental monitoring systems.

Required skills

• Installation and commissioning of meteorological stations and sensors.
• Solar power systems, batteries and data loggers.
• Telemetry and communication devices (satellite, cellular, radio, IP).
• Basic computer networking and IT troubleshooting.
• Electrical, electronic and electro‑mechanical diagnostics.