Ran Configuration Engineer [Asoc]

OverviewA RAN Configuration Analyst is responsible for implementing NMG (Network Management Group) changes that are related to hardware, software and systems within the Radio Access Network. Such change requests (CR's) are assigned via Change Management coordinator, and work will also be allocated by the Operations Manager or Business Unit Manager occasionally.Role And ResponsibilitiesA Configuration Analyst is responsible for the following work:GSM/UMTS/LTE site creation for NMG regions as per Job Order.Assist other support teams with tasks and incidents within the NMG space for regions allocated by Vodacom ManagerModify parameters as requested by the planners of regions effectivelyMigrate site from TDM to IP as per requirementAnnounce sites that were created and lockedAdd new sectors/cells via sectorisationReview alarms and implement the fix to removeAdd/delete frequencies on the application softwareImport and export files to and from the BSC/NEKey performance indicators:Technical DeliverablesDeliver configuration as per allocated Work Orders = 100%60 or more CR's handled per month = 100%Less than 60 CR's = percentage of target (i.e. less than 100%)Qualifications & Education RequirementsMatric/Grade 12 - RequiredIT Certification or Diploma and Advanced Certificate to NQF Level 6 – RequiredCertification in Telecoms - AdvantageousExperience RequiredScripting experience - RequiredExperience with software applications on mobile platforms and the web – RequiredThorough understanding of Excel - RequiredAt least 1-year work experience in RAN Config environment – AdvantageousExperience in Nokia and/or Huawei technologies - AdvantageousKnowledge And Skills Required (additional To Qualifications And Experience)Ability to think and interact logicallyA natural curiosityThe ability to work in a team and to be proactive around self-learningThe ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlinesWillingness to assist with additional tasks given to the teamInterpersonal skillsGood judgment skillsGood communication skillsBehavioral traits such as attitude, motivation and time managementSpecial RequirementsWorking hours Mon. – Fri. 08h00 – 17h00Must be prepared to work outside of "working hours".Must be able to report to different reporting lines simultaneously.
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