Manager - Fiber Operations

Job Req ID:  46869
Location: 

Kolkata, IN

Function:  Technology/ IOT/Cloud
About: 

Vodafone Idea Limited is an Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group partnership. It is India’s leading telecom service provider. The Company provides pan India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G and 4G platform. With the large spectrum portfolio to support the growing demand for data and voice, the company is committed to deliver delightful customer experiences and contribute towards creating a truly ‘Digital India’ by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow. The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence. The Company is listed on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.

 

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VIL's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our Values of Passion, Boldness, Trust, Speed and Digital. Consequently, our recruiting efforts are directed towards attracting and retaining best and brightest talents. Our endeavour is to be First Choice for prospective employees.

 

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Role

GIS Engineer

Job Level/ Designation

M1

Function / Department

Circle  Technology (Fiber Management)

Location

Kolkata, West Bengal

Job Purpose

  • Maintain & Regular updating of GIS Data base 
  • Maintain GIS database on Operational changes and changes due to new roll out 
  • Responsible to GIS inputs for New route and Site planning 
  • Hands on experience in GIS related tools ( Lepton , Gmap etc .)
  • Manage and maintain GIS data layers and databases
  • Support for circle backend operations 
  • Tracking & support for all critical and related KPIs .
  • Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity. 
  • Deliver Own and IRU routes to meet site, enterprise, Optics & IP/MPLS network rollout targets.
  • Responsible for regional Own & IRU route rollout as per AOP target.
  • Responsible for new fiber pair readiness to meet Mobility & Enterprise requirement.
  • Enhanced responsibility and accountability due to inhouse operations 

Key Result Areas/Accountabilities

  •  Finalize fiber rollout vendors along with SCM & planning to meet the rollout requirement.
  • Ensure high standard of fiber route built by following the rollout technical specs.
  • Digitize fiber assets by onboarding GIS tool and route mapping.
  • Define blue print for fiber digitization – automation of patrolling, splicing, visibility of all maintenance staff in Apps etc.
  • Digitization of ROW/Permissions/HOTO etc.Procurement and reconciliation of OFC project materials along with SCM & Vendor
  • Ensure ROW compliance including all statutory payments 

Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience

  • 8-10 years of Telecom experience and Proficiency in understanding overall transport NW architecture and key cost drivers.
  • Ability to manage in dynamic, high growth and highly uncertainty environments.  Strategic mind bend and understanding of  overall mobility and enterprise Network  
  • Sound understanding of Capex & Opex and budgetary skills to derive best out of NW at lowest possible cost.
  • Leading all fiber design activities and provide technical expertise on all fiber planning & projects.
  •  Should employ a specific time management strategy to ensure closure of fiber projects on fixed time periods.
  • Overall understanding of financial model to support new Fibre vertical. Also should have clear understanding of evolving Govt. policies related to ROW, so as to align the process for optimizing the cost.
  • Strong Stakeholder management, Negotiation skills and Strategic mind set to make win-win alliance with TSP partners and IRU partners

Must have technical / professional qualifications

  • Should  have  B.tech/B.E
  • 8-10 years of Telecom experience

 

 

Vodafone Idea Limited (formerly Idea Cellular Limited)
An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership