Capacity Planner at WIOCC Nigeria Limited

Job Objective

To administer the network inventory, provision, record and audit resources. Plan, forecast, report and initiate capacity across the network.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement network automation solutions for configuration, provisioning, monitoring and troubleshooting across NNIs (Network-to-Network Interfaces) and system integrations
• Integrate network automation solutions with B/OSS platforms, ensuring seamless interoperability with existing systems
• Own and manage service records, including ODF, port and supplier records
• Implement Moves, Adds, Changes and Deletions (MACD) management and control of service inventory
• Own provisioning (including allocation, leased lines, client backup and other client network services)
• Ensure network changes in the are reflected in company records
• Ensure emergency restoration changes are reviewed and either accepted or normalised
• Audit and reporting of port and capacity utilisation and trends
• Forecast on capacity and raise with management for purchasing when re-order levels are reached
• Prepare BOD reports and assist with budgetary planning for capacity
• Telecom Expense Management, liaising with Finance
• Represent WIOCC as required on submarine cable management sub-committees
• Assist with the creation of ad hoc reports as needed
• Assist other departments and lead and report on projects as requested
• Ensure data integrity of NetSuite

Minimum Qualifications 

• Degree holder in Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications or related fields.

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum 4 years of work experience in the telecom industry, including experience in service delivery, sales support, network infrastructure or operations support or similar fields
• Detailed knowledge of OTN, DWDM / ROADM, Data (Ethernet, IP/MPLS)
• Experience with implementing databases for network inventory records
• Experience working with B/OSS systems to maintain accurate and timely network records
• Experience with product and technology development cycle, including implementation and deployment
• Capable of providing recommendations and options to identify all impacts and costs related to the recommended solutions
• Knowledge of subsea cable systems and operating models

Attributes

• Integrity, honesty with high ethical standards
• Client focused, relationship builder
• Boundless, passionate and flexible
• Personal excellence, accuracy and attention to detail
• Collaborative, achieve results through teamwork and partnerships