Senior Specialist Core Dwdm Planning

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Vodafone Full time

Role Purpose:

To Plan, Build, Operate and Optimize the Vodacom DWDM & OTN Network Nationally.
DWDM Infrastructure planning, costing and deployment.
DWDM and OTN Services planning, costing, configuration and record keeping.
To assist with network modelling.
To report and audit the Fibre and DWDM Network and Services periodically

Your responsibilities will include:

Plan, Build, Operate and Optimize the Vodacom DWDM & OTN Network Nationally Ensure alignment with Vodafone's technology strategy, policies and objectives
Develop a Infrastructure and Services planning DWDM and OTN guidelines.
Evaluate and implement new DWDM & OTN technologies
Define and manage technology roadmaps in the field of DWDM & OTN

Perform comprehensive lab tests on new equipment with the associated field trials where required and produce detailed reports, results and recommendations with the rest of the team.

Conduct research on strategic trends and new technologies in the field of DWDM & OTN with the aim of developing roadmaps and benchmarks against world best practices
Ensure alignment between supplier roadmaps and Vodacom requirements.
Arrange periodic meetings with suppliers to obtain the latest product updates and trends in the field of DWDM & OTN
Ensure alignment between Transmission and the Technology Group strategy based on broader objectives defined within the company strategy
Manage supplier relationships associated with Technology Governance
Perform cost-benefit analysis associated with specific technical scenarios and trials under consideration
Develop business cases and business models where required that support business imperatives such as operational efficiencies in terms of CAPEX and OPEX spend
Present to internal and external technology forum as well as
Compile the HLD and LLD for the transmission network.
Engage with Assurance, Regional Operations and NMG Network Performance teams to understand and address network concerns.
Provide inputs to the CAPEX budget formulation.
Provide inputs to the OPEX budget formulation.
Cost efficiency - investigate ways to reduce costs

Technical / professional qualifications:

Matric/Grade 12 (or SAQA accredited equivalent)
A 4 year engineering degree/BSC degree (Essential)
MBA qualification is preferable.
Minimum 8 years' experience in the Telecommunications Transmission industry.

Core competencies, knowledge, and experience:

DWDM & OTN technologies.
The ability to lead and operate within a team structure
Formulating Strategies and Concepts
Strategic level problem solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills to function at all levels in the organisation
Advanced level technical writing skills
The ability to manage stress for prolonged periods
The ability to focus on detail
Facilitation skills
Creating and Innovating
Planning and Organising
Deciding and Initiating Action
Persuading and Influencing
Analysing
Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
Telecommunication industry
Project management
Business Process
Leadership Skills
Computer Literacy

Closing date for Applications
:20 June 2023
The base location for this role is,
Vodacom Campus, Midrand.
The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
Vodacom is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values diversity & inclusion.

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