Plan the Transmission Systems according to Radio, Core and IP requirements
\nKPA duties<\/p>\n
Task Complexity:<\/p>\n
Strategy Development
\n\u2022 Participate in the translation of the transmission strategy and architecture into long range plans
\n\u2022 Assist in formulating inputs towards technology strategy.
\n\u2022 Assist in delivering a target Product and Services architecture with a 3 year time horizon taking global technology developments into consideration<\/p>\n
Planning & Delivery
\n\u2022 Responsible for the timely planning of all Transmission networks within MTN e.g. PTP \/ PMP microwave networks, Fibre networks, RANO networks, DXX \/ SDH networks, etc.
\n\u2022 Assist in defining 1-year budget
\n\u2022 Prioritise access\/core transmission network growth
\n\u2022 Drive execution of near term plans
\n\u2022 Forecast capacity and traffic and align with Radio, Core & IP plans and with strategy and roadmap
\n\u2022 Ensure correct planning of Transmission w.r.t fixed and mobile operator interconnections where required
\n\u2022 Plan transport capacity across access, backhaul and backbone infrastructure to support all of MTN\u2019s bandwidth requirements
\n\u2022 Evaluate new Access and Core Backbone Transmission Network Equipment and Specifications
\n\u2022 Identify geographical location for equipment to be installed
\n\u2022 Request funding and issue request for purchasing (RfP) to vendor, verify bill of material and confirm order of equipment and services
\n\u2022 Verify configuration
\n\u2022 Ensure implementation of Transmission plans is carried out fully with a smooth handover to Network Operations for cutover and integration into the live network
\n\u2022 Ensure that policies, procedures and quality standards are adhered to in the planning process<\/p>\n
Network Optimisation & Performance
\n\u2022 Ensure quality objectives are met and maintained
\n\u2022 Ensure future proof transmission plans to guarantee deliverables are met according to customer requirements both internal and external
\n\u2022 Track and report on performance problems and performance improvements on division level
\n\u2022 Investigate performance issues and identify changes required on division level
\n\u2022 Review design and drive optimisation changes
\n\u2022 Tender evaluations and formulations
\n\u2022 Provide high level support on the planned network\/technologies<\/p>\n
Communication and co-ordination
\n\u2022 Ensure communication of plans and integration of feedback
\n\u2022 Prepare implementation and integration documentation<\/p>\n
Supervisory \/ Leadership \/ Managerial Complexity:
\n\u2022 Influence subordinate Transmission Engineers (local or regional) w.r.t Transmission related issues and policy<\/p>\n
Role Complexity:
\n\u2022 Continuous innovation and communication across the department<\/p>\n
Educational requirements<\/p>\n
B Degree or National Technical Diploma with relevant experience
\nExperience required<\/p>\n
Over 5 years in Telecommunications, with at least 2 years experience as a senior Transmission Planning engineer
\nSkills required<\/p>\n
Knowledge:
\nGood knowledge of GSM, WCDMA, Transmission, Switching, Signalling, IP and Access Networks (Wireless and Fixed)
\nGood knowledge of various NE\u2019s (MSC, MGW, HLR, SGSN, GGSN etc) and understand GSM and\/or 3G traffic concepts, networks, nodes and inter-working
\nIn-depth knowledge of 3G Transport Transmission technologies, IP\/MPLS networks, ATM and IP protocols and Gbit Ethernet, MAN and NGN Technologies
\nKnow how to use software design tools for microwave planning and fibre planning
\nProject Management<\/p>\n
Skills \/ physical competencies:
\nPlanning skills
\nStrategic thinker
\nAnalytical
\nInnovative
\nTeamwork
\nGood communication skills
\nInterpersonal skills
\nSelf motivated
\nNegotiation skills<\/p>\n
Behavioural qualities:
\nTeam player
\nInfluential
\nAssertive
\nSelf motivated
\nPersuasive
\nOther information
\nReference No: IRC124907
\nPosition Type: Permanent
\nAffirmative Action: Open to All
\nSalary:
\nAdditional: Training:
\nTransmission courses relating to Transmission DXX, SDH, GSM etc
\nManagement Training<\/p>\n