MTN GHANA

Position:  SMC Engineer (4 Positions)

Job Summary:

To provide 24x7x365 Network Surveillance, problem resolution, monitoring, controlling, escalating and dispatching of all network elements, providing real time and prompt resolution to all network faults to improve and maintain Network performance and quality.
To manage all network changes on MTNGH network ensuring changes are in accordance with company policies and procedures and do not negatively impact network quality.
Job Role:

Manage & monitor all network elements and services efficiently
Dispatch Trouble Tickets
Implement & control Service affecting work
Control Infrastructure access
Change Request Management
Interface with the various groups in the company in resolving network problems
Educational Requirements:

Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering (Telecommunications) and/or a related Computer Engineering with 2 years hands-on experience in light current, telecommunications at least 1 year experience in GSM switching environment preferably working on Ericsson switches
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Technical competencies:
GSM network operations
Basic Understanding of telecommunications protocols.
Basic knowledge of AXE hardware & software
Knowledge of programming / macros, Unix, scripting etc.
Track, monitor, and resolve faults using approved switch processes and procedures and OEM OPI
Escalate unresolved faults to SMC Support/O&M Support/ANS/CNS
Implement change requests/planned work, using switch procedures
Monitor performance statistics, and generate weekly reports
MS Office suite, REMEDY, FACTS, TMOS
Knowledge of switch operations
Position: HLS Engineer

Job Summary:

To provide High Level Support and Solution resolution in the multifaceted complex core network providing a highly resilient quality network which is always available to the customer and to implement, integrate and configure all new/upgrade core nodes seamlessly in a timely manner minimizing negative impact on the network performance.
Job Role:

Solve complex problems raised by second line Operation & Maintenance.
Ensure no congestion on signalling links and report to core network planning for expansion when needed.
Taking all necessary actions to improve ASR in consultation with HLS Team Lead.
Open Customer Service Requests (CSR’s) to relevant Switching Element/Node Supplier(s).
To take any recommended action (vendor documentation) in the resolution of complex faults on the core nodes/network in consultation with HLS Team Lead.
Educational Requirements:

Degree in Electrical/Electronics (Telecommunications) and/or a related Computer Engineering Degree with five (5) years hands-on experience in Telecommunication with at least three (3) years in the GSM/WCDMA industry.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Professional competencies
Core network Infrastructure
GSM network operations
GSM node hardware dimensioning
GSM network quality management
Proven experience in the successful Integration, Commissioning and acceptance of new nodes into the network.
Demonstrated Switch Network performance improvement plan history.
Strong analytical skills
Good Communicator
Pro-active in all activities
Innovative, seeking improvements
Self reliance in the management of assigned tasks
Reliable and methodical
Team player, High level of responsibility
Ability to learn quickly
Ability to work under pressure
Technical competencies:

A good knowledge of technological advances in the expanded telecommunications industry e.g WCDMA, HSDPA, HSUPA, WIMAX, WIFI etc.
Understanding of telecommunications protocols like CCITT 7, ANSAP, MAP, ISUP, etc·
Knowledge of AXE hardware & software, PLEX, ASA, correction handling skills, software tracing of faults.
Excellent knowledge of core network switching protocols
Demonstrated Switch Network performance improvement plan history.
Technical problem solving skills
Knowledge of programming / macros, UNIX, scripting etc.
Position: Core Network Engineer

Job Summary:

Effectively co-ordinate and plan the core network architecture to achieve efficient redundancy leading to a quality network, without congestion. Explore possibilities to implement new features and technologies to enhance the network.
Job Role:

Test, Evaluate and Integrate new features and functionality
Monitor voice route utilization/Congestion
Critical link availability
Monitor C7 load
Plan integration of new nodes
Plan all connectivity to network elements
Plan & document all integration plans
Implement best routing scenarios
Educational Requirements:

Electrical/Telecom Engineering related Degree  with 2 years Plus working experience in planning or AXE Operation and Maintenance Environments
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Professional competencies

Core network Infrastructure
GSM node hardware dimensioning
GSM network quality management
Technical competencies

A good knowledge of technological advances in the expanded telecommunications industry e.g WCDMA, HSDPA, HSUPA, WIMAX, WIFI etc.
Understanding of telecommunications protocols like CCITT 7, ANSAP, MAP, ISUP, etc·
Knowledge of AXE hardware & software
Demonstrated Switch Network performance improvement plan history.
Position: Wireless Services Engineer

Job Role:

Rollout of interconnect to other carriers including satellite carriers
Interconnectivity with other telco’s regarding new link deliveries, diverse routing and operation of MTN’s interconnect and satellite links infrastructure.
Ensure high performance and availability of interconnect and satellite links.
Provide support to planning and interconnect account management.
Maintain a sound working relationship between the Network Operations section and all associated parties, within the company and externally
Oversee the implementation of the radio-related resolution
Initiating corrective actions to network failures
Prompt integration and configuration network elements
On site remedial support Investigating and identifying reasons for abnormal network conditions
Educational Requirements:

Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with three (3) years relevant work experience in satellite operation and/or carrier services
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

PDH, SDH, Microwave radio, Point-Multipoint Systems & Satellite experience

Strong knowledge Microwave TE, Fibre Optic TE, Satellite TE, DXX  experience

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