Team Lead, Transmission Access Planning at MTN Nigeria

Job Description

• Oversee planning, designing and optimization of transmission, optical transport Networks (Microwave & Fiber links) and manage capacity (architecture  &  Topology) for access network segment within the assigned region.
• Design, direct and ensure Cost effective solutions and innovative approach to network planning is maintained.
• Oversee detailed microwave link engineering design using Pathloss planning tool.
• Oversee Planning and design of Fiber infrastructure route and connectivity using google earth and AutoCAD planning tool.
• Produce detailed integration (L2, L3) and IPDCN plans for optical multiplexer and aggregation Nodes.
• Ensure detailed synchronization plan for last mile links/sites are issued.
• Ensure IP networking plan and LLD are released optimally.
• Ensure IP plans are optimally assigned by continuously re-dimensioning IP Clusters and spheres in line with MTN PPP.
• Ensure optimal utilization and management of MTN Microwave Frequency channels and IP Compatible Nodes.
• To provide transmission engineering support and information timely and accurately.
• To ensure that accurate scope of work is issued to contractors to the satisfaction of all stakeholders.
• Ensure Links and Nodes meet international & MTNN performance standards from capacity utilization and performance point of view.
• Optimize and manage transmission capacity end to end across the access network.
• Oversee Topology network designs (architecture) and capacity dimensioning.
• Develop work Authorization that contains accurate and relevant information.
• Analyze and determine the type of equipment to be used for transmission purposes.
• Resolve transmission failure and problems attributable to planning.
• Ensure availability of updated information on the Live and Planned Transmission Networks.
• Design, direct and ensure Cost effective solutions and innovative approach to network planning is maintained.
• Oversee detailed microwave link engineering design using Pathloss planning tool.
• Oversee Planning and design of Fiber infrastructure route and connectivity using google earth and AutoCAD planning tool.
• Produce detailed integration (L2, L3) and IPDCN plans for optical multiplexer and aggregation Nodes.
• Ensure detailed synchronization plan for last mile links/sites are issued.
• Ensure IP networking plan and LLD are released optimally.
• Ensure IP plans are optimally assigned by continuously re-dimensioning IP Clusters and spheres in line with MTN PPP.
• Ensure optimal utilization and management of MTN Microwave Frequency channels and IP Compatible Nodes.
• To provide transmission engineering support and information timely and accurately.
• To ensure that accurate scope of work is issued to contractors to the satisfaction of all stakeholders.
• Ensure Links and Nodes meet international & MTNN performance standards from capacity utilization and performance point of view.
• Optimize and manage transmission capacity end to end across the access network.
• Oversee Topology network designs (architecture) and capacity dimensioning.
• Develop work Authorization that contains accurate and relevant information.
• Analyze and determine the type of equipment to be used for transmission purposes.
• Resolve transmission failure and problems attributable to planning.
• Ensure availability of updated information on the Live and Planned Transmission Networks.
• Ensure customer insight management & engagement (traditional & new business)
• Conduct LOS Survey and TSS for new and existing BTS site and Enterprise Client locations within assigned region of responsibility
• Prepare and compile weekly performance report on the access network to support capacity planning and forecasting.
• Oversee planning, development & evolution of access Network elements and infrastructure.
• Ensure compilation, analysis and presentation of trend reports on access transmission network capacity, utilization and availability as well as   mitigation action plans for any identified performance issues.
• Ensure value is created through effective stakeholder management.
• Ensure all new node and service Implementation work undertaken by vendors meets MTN Nigeria’s specification and standards.
• Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.
• Foster active collaboration and relationships with employees across all levels and divisions in line with MTN’s VB and values.
• Coach and train the team to ensure understanding of the objectives and goals of the department, awareness of set targets/requirements and regularly  review their training needs.

Job Condition:

• Normal MTNN working conditions
• May be required to work extended hours
• Open plan office

Experience & Training
Education:

• First degree in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering/ Computer Engineering

Experience:

• 3-7 years’ experience in ICT, Telecommunications especially in Transmission with specific experience in general electrical radio engineering,  microwave radio transmission at high frequencies and fibre optic transmission networks.
• Experience working in a medium organization
• Experience with Transmission
• Deep knowledge in IP technologies and techniques i.e. BGP, IGP, L2VPN, L3VPN, ISIS.
• Experience working in a Multi-vendor Transmission network environment i.e Ericsson, Aviat, Huawei, Cambridge Networks, Intracom, Redline.
• Advanced knowledge and application of Transmission technology evolution i.e. IPRAN, Converged Transport Network, IP/MPLS, DWDM, SDH, Carrier  Ethernet.
• In depth understanding of Transmission network topology planning, route planning, network connectivity, capacity and Infrastructure planning.
• Project, process & people management.
• Above average competence with Visio, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Minimum Qualification

• BSc or HND