Telkom
He/she will also execute the
transmission network extensions, detect and repair dysfunctions of transmission
network elements.
Vacant Position: Senior
Technician
Region: Garissa & Mandera
Reporting to: Regional Team Leader FO
Band: 2.1
Department: Technology Division
Role Purpose: Execute the maintenance and operations activities on
transmission equipment, ensuring the quality and continuity of the services as
per the company KPIs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
·
Periodically check/monitor booked
faulty Trouble Tickets assigned
·
Execute on the booked trouble tickets
by repairing the dysfunctional transmission line/node within the set KPI.
·
Work in Coordination with support and
NMC teams while analyzing fault incidents, to ensure that accurate & timely
correction is achieved and that clears are confirmed and communicated as
necessary.
·
Jointly perform new site
commissioning tests with equipment vendors and only accept links/sites that
qualify criteria set in the engineering standards & equipment factory
specifications.
·
Ensure transmission network
functionality in the limit of KPI through interventions, corrective and
preventive maintenance actions
·
Establish the root cause of
transmission network element failures
·
Carry out implementations of work
request and change request.
·
Carry out post incident review and
make reports.
·
Perform transmission network
monitoring
·
Ensure that set objectives with line
manager is achievable and deliverable
·
Secure the tools and materials
assigned
·
Ensure good management of fleet
assigned in fueling, maintenance and cleanliness.
·
Prepare intervention reports
·
Prepare periodic and ad-hoc reports
to the team leader
Academic / Professional
Qualifications
·
University Degree OR Higher Diploma
in Engineering, Telecommunication or other related field from an accredited
institution of higher learning.
·
2-3 years Experience in the design,
implementation, operation and maintenance of telecommunications networks.
Professional Knowledge
·
Business acumen and principles and
techniques of administration, organization and people management.
·
Thorough grounding in
telecommunications network design, implementation, operation and maintenance
(mobile and data) methods and procedures, as well as computer software systems
associated with such networks.
·
Extensive knowledge of equipment and
software characteristics of various telecommunications networks and their
integration
Professional Skills:
·
Proactive and dynamic.
·
Efficient and results oriented
·
Self-motivated person able to work
under minimum supervision
·
Organization and communication skills
·
Networking skills to form
collaborative partnerships
This position is open to Kenyan
citizens only.
Vacant
Position: Engineer – Civil Works
Region: Nairobi
Reporting to: Manager Network Implementation
Band: 2.2
Department: Technology Division
Role
Purpose: The incumbent of the position will be
responsible of undertaking all the actions that assure the civil work within
Network Implementation
Key Duties and
Responsibilities
·
Supervision/ follow up of civil
related works carried out under the Department or within the Institution as may
be required from time to time.
·
Interpretation of the Technical
drawings and validation for implementation in the field.
·
Preparation of the Bill of Quantities
related Civil Works or any related works within the company
·
Delegation/distribution of duties
·
Validation of Bills of Quantities for
issuance of PO by Finance Department
·
Analysis and approval of Telkom
sites’ structures for other operators’ collocation purpose.
·
Preparation of weekly progress
reports and schedules.
·
Coordination and Participation in
Technical Survey for Network Rollout
·
Production of Technical Drawings
where needed and as required.
·
Climbing Towers for inspection to
determine status and offer relevant solution to ensure all the towers meet the
standard norm.
·
Other duties as assigned.
Academic /
Professional Qualifications
·
A bachelor’s degree in Civil or
Structural engineering from an accredited institution.
·
Registered with the Engineers Board
of Kenya/Institute of Quantity Surveyors or any other relevant and accredited
Institution.
·
Must have at least 5 years working
experience in the Telecommunication Industry
Professional
Knowledge
·
Local construction industry/market
·
Statutory requirements by local
Authorities
·
Local Authority/Building by-laws
·
Construction Law
·
Global telecommunication revolution
and demand
·
Statutory Permits requirements.
·
Network Planning, Design &
Implementation
·
GSM and Fixed line Network rollout
·
Coordination of Network rollout-Civil
Works
·
Adequate knowledge in Project
Management, effective usage of MS Project and able to step up to the task and
manage a team of professionals whilst maintaining the confidence of internal
and external clients
Professional
Skills:
·
Must be a team player.
·
Ability to work under tight deadlines
·
Be able to evaluate the work of
others and ensure their work is in compliance with and is within
applicable/relevant laws, regulations and standards and making sure the work is
within set budgets and time frames.
·
Should have adequate Communication
Skills.
·
Should be Creative able to innovate
and improve on solutions.
·
Should be critical thinker who is
able to find efficient solutions for any complex problem that may arise. She/he
should be able to assess the pros and cons of all possible solutions, and need
to be decisive in order to choose the best one.
·
Need to be skilled in design
techniques and working with maps, drawings and models, as well as CAD software.
·
Autonomy in a multicultural and
multifunctional environment, ability to liaise with other entities and
departments inside Telkom Kenya and outside Telkom Kenya
This position is open to Kenyan
citizens only.
If you are up to the challenge &
fit the required profile, please apply highlighting how your qualifications,
experience and career aspirations match the requirements for this position.
Application should be sent by latest
15th May 2018 , please provide an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including
details of your current telephone contacts and names of three referees.
Apply through
recruitment@telkom.co.ke and ensure the job title is quoted on the subject
field.
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
Telkom is an equal opportunity
employer