Engineer, DWDM & Optical Transmission at T2 (Formerly 9Mobile)

Job Summary

• Operation and maintenance of services on DWDM & Optical Multiplexer equipment.

Principal Functions
Operational:

• Provide Back office and onsite support to the field team in resolving all operational concerns on Optical Multiplexers & DWDM equipment across the network.
• Oversee the acceptance of new Optical multiplexers and DWDM Equipment.
• Provisioning of services on all Optical multiplexers and DWDM equipment.
• Generation of performance reports for all Optical multiplexers and DWDM equipment.
• Identification of deteriorating boards or equipment for remedial action.
• Ensure prompt availability of information on all fibre/cable transmission links and equipment.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager, Fixed Transmission Operations.

Educational Requirements

• First Degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Two (2) to Four (4) years post NYSC work experience in DWDM and Optical transmission.

Experience, Skills & Competencies
Knowledge:

• Optical transmission technologies(DWDM, ASON, SNCP, SDH, etc)
• Service Continuity Management, Monitoring and Control
• Network Operations
• Telecommunications & Mobile Network Standards & Specifications

Skills:

• Delegation/ Supervisory/ Analytical thinking
• Effective Communication
• Team building / Mentoring

Behavior:

• Passion for Excellence
• Integrity
• Empowering people
• Growing people
• Team work
• Customer Focus