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Job mission
\n\u2022 To perform high-level support functions on all MTN transmission equipment used in MTN’s Network.
\n\u2022 Implementation and introduction of cross connect equipment to the MTN Network. Maintaining and administrating the transmission management system. Design, compilation and reporting on the availability of the transmission network in light of the Service Level Agreement. To ensure network expansion is carried out to schedule.
\n\u2022 Supervise technical activities; vision and expertise ensuring staff competencies meet the convergent technological challenges of the future.<\/p>\n
KPA duties<\/p>\n
Key Tasks:<\/p>\n
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\u2022 To perform high-level support functions on all MTN transmission equipment at Switching Centres and BTS sites.
\n\u2022 Project manage the delivery of all transmission capacities at required service levels (99.5 or 99.95)
\n\u2022 To administer accurate data within the current database i.e. accurate tracking of RFQ’s and orders placed with Telcos and any changes thereof, Co-ordination of the acceptance testing of all telco delivered links.
\n\u2022 To report on the availability of the Transmission Network in light of the telco SLA and address Special Investigations on Links not meeting the requested and supplied Service Level.
\n\u2022 Interface to telco to escalate “Major Link Outages” on failures, Special Investigations on repetitive failures and Links not meeting the agreed Service Level.
\n\u2022 Co-ordinate meetings with telcos, regarding new link deliveries, diverse routing 99.95 and planning of transmission from MTN’s infrastructure.
\n\u2022 To swiftly diagnose and clear any faults or alarms assigned to you by trouble ticket, or ensure escalation to vendor if unable to fix. To close or forward all trouble tickets promptly.
\n\u2022 To maintain a sound working relationship between the network group and all associated parties, within the company and external.
\n\u2022 To ensure that all planned network expansions take place on schedule.
\n\u2022 To maintain a comprehensive set of records including all transmission links on transmission Nodes and availability of transmission equipment demands and spares and provide training to staff in the Region.
\n\u2022 Control the rollout and interface to Telkom with the installation of the Surveillance Monitoring equipment supplied and installed by Telkom.
\n\u2022 Assist with the operational establishment and development of new MTN networks in the international arena.
\n\u2022 Provide on-the-job training and guidance too new and replacement employees
\n\u2022 Installation and commissioning of transmission nodes, including vendor specific technologies
\n\u2022 To be fully conversant in the various types of RBS equipment. This includes troubleshooting and faultfinding, link analysis, RF functionality, power equipment etc.
\n\u2022 Submit reports to designated management, as per requirements.
\n\u2022 Ensure objectives set by management are achieved within the measured period and as per KPI\u2019s<\/p>\n
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Supervisory \/ Leadership \/ Managerial Tasks:<\/p>\n
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\u2022 To project manage all Transmission aspects in the Region & contractors ensuring due dates and quality are strictly adhered to.
\n\u2022 Supervise staff and training programs.
\n\u2022 Devise methods and systems to improved performance of staff and the service provided to our customers.<\/p>\n
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Role Dependencies:<\/p>\n
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\u2022 Good inter-personal skills with MTN Staff, contractors and customers and build a good future working relationship.<\/p>\n
\nEducational requirements<\/p>\n
\u2022 Minimum qualification is a National diploma N6,S4,T3 in electrical light-current\/electronics\/communication engineering. Higher National diploma or degree will be advantages.
\n\u2022 Code 8 EB drivers licence<\/p>\n
\nExperience required<\/p>\n
\u2022 Must have natural leadership and supervisory ability with a minimum of five years’ experience in the telecoms industry.
\n\u2022 Transmission experience. ( 2, 34, 140 M\/bit, STM, SDH equipment, IP.)
\n\u2022 Radio frequency propagation and radio\/Micro Wave equipment installation and or maintenance.
\n\u2022 Experienced in working in elevated positions.
\n\u2022 Computer literate with Windows and MS Office experience
\n\u2022 Prepared to work long hours and travel long distances.<\/p>\n
\nSkills required<\/p>\n
Knowledge:
\n\u2022 A good knowledge of the operation, maintenance, planning and implementation of Digital Transmission, Microwave RF transmission and multiplexing systems.
\n\u2022 A good knowledge of 2, 34, 140 M\/Bit and STM transmission architecture.
\n\u2022 Computer literate with practical experience in the use of the Microsoft Office suite using the Windows OS.<\/p>\n
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Skills \/ physical competencies:
\n\u2022 Motivated & innovative self-starter
\n\u2022 Prepared to work long hours
\n\u2022 Handles working under stress and meeting deadlines
\n\u2022 Uses initiative in solving technical problems
\n\u2022 Can work in elevated positions, not scared of heights.
\n\u2022 Competent in the use of mechanical & electrical hand tools.
\n\u2022 Have good communication skills resolving conflict and negotiate win-win solutions.<\/p>\n
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Behavioural qualities:
\n\u2022 Self-Disciplined, motivated, energetic self \u2013starter with an exemplary work ethos.
\n\u2022 Proven initiative and innovation with the ability to work under stress while meeting deadlines.
\n\u2022 Excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate & control contractors.
\n\u2022 Be of sober disposition.<\/p>\n
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Other information
\nReference No: IRC77992
\nPosition Type: Permanent
\nAffirmative Action: Open to All
\nSalary:
\nAdditional: Training:
\n\u2022 A sound knowledge of Transmission or Microwave and RF systems.
\n\u2022 Elementary training in personnel management covering supervisory fundamentals.
\n\u2022 Computer literate with a good knowledge of the MSOffice packages and the ability to set up spreadsheet, databases and presentations.<\/p>\n
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Applications close 28 Jun 2012.<\/p>\n