Our client, a leader in the telecoms sector, is seeking an Area Network Specialist for a permanent role based in East London, Eastern Cape.
Applicants are required to strictly meet the following criteria:
At least 3 years' experience as a Facilities Maintenance technician
Advanced Microsoft office knowledge
At least 2-4 years' experience with UPS/ AIRCONS /Fire Systems /EMS/Rectifiers /Batteries and Generators.
4 years' experience in Telecommunications Node /POP Technology in a technical supervisory position
Understanding of planning for Node new build & upgrades
The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:
Deliver training and learning initiatives on-site & assess technical competencies of technical teams
Updating the skills and training matrix
Develop the technical resourcing of the company in alignment with operational requirements
Report back on training progress, training schedule, skill matrix, forecasting
Install, configure, and troubleshoot routers, switches, and transmission equipment
Preventative and corrective maintenance at POP/node sites, including hardware replacements and environmental checks
Maintain DC and AC power systems (UPS, rectifiers, PDUs, battery backups, A/B feeds)
Respond to alarms from NOC and ensure timely resolution of site-related issues
Document work completed, update inventory, and ensure accurate site records
Ensure compliance with safety, security, and operational standards
Coordinate with vendors or contractors during major installations or repairs
Outage Support - project manage and facilitate network outages to ensure quality, communication and speed is executed to required standard of excellence
Advanced technical support - recommend and liaison with maintenance team, NOC, and other stakeholders
Preventative maintenance & Environmental Maintenance
Assist with customer engagement, attend project meetings
Assist facilities maintenance /build teams and project managers when required
Assist in maintaining Tech teams Vehicles, Tools & Equipment
Investigate new technical methods available and new industry standards and aligned with the strategic development of the company
Travel to reach sites for quality inspection
Assist in reasonable requests from your direct manager or Exco