Switch Operations Engineer at MTN Nigeria

Job Description

• To implement network integration and resolve faults on the core network Ensure value is created by resolving BTS Network fault promptly for network efficiency and escalate unresolved faults to HLS.
• Track, monitor, and resolve faults using approved switch processes and procedures and the Ericsson Exchange Library.
• Implement change requests/planned work, using switch procedures.
• Monitor performance statistics and generate weekly reports.
• Update switch records such as billing backup, weekly dumps and test load.
• Act as interface to Customer Service and assist in resolving customers’ problems. 
• Implement integration of new BTS/TX sites and conduct acceptance tests
• Implement integration of new network elements.
• Re-group sites using up to date switch procedures and Ericsson Exchange Library.

Experience & Training

• First degree in Electrical/Electronics (Telecommunications).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in anarea of specialisation; with experience working with others.
• Experience working in a medium organization.
• Hands-on experience core networkoperations and maintenance in GSM environment Training: GSM Node Hardware Dimensioning AXE Hardware Maintenance AXE 810 GSM MSC/VLR Operations GSM BSC Operations GSM AXE Operation GSM Core Network Maintenance GSM System Survey GPRS BSS Operation.

Minimum qualification

• BA, BEd, BEng, BSc, BTech or HND.

Job Condition

• Normal MTNN working conditions.
• May be required to work extended hours.
• National travel and a valid driver’slicense.
• On standby throughout the year.