AGM - Zonal Technical Manager

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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Role

Zonal Technology Manager

Job Level/ Designation

M2

Function / Department

Technology

Location

BJO

Hiring Manager

VH- O&M RAN (RAN & Access Transport including MW)

Job Purpose

Responsible for network uptime for Radio & MW. Drive to improve the network KPIs for all RAN and access transport including MW technology, Spares management, Alarm rectification, Corrective & Preventive maintenance & Liasoning with IP Vendors. Ensure upkeep of required tools for operation.

Key Result Areas/Accountabilities

RNA - MW & Critical Node Availability:

• Maintain RNA as per defined thresholds for all technologies
• Maintain critical RAN node availability along with redundancy, support SNOC for periodic redundancy test
• Support SNOC & OEM during EME / for Critical HW fault rectification
• Faulty BTS HW / consumable rectification within 4 hours
• Maintain critical node alarm free & clear NSA critical faults within 48 Hrs

Alarms & Network hygiene :

• Keeping track, resolve & maintain SA Alarms as per defined threshold
• Resolve VSWR, FAN & Temp. related alarms within 24 Hrs
• Resolve frequent alarm generating sites within 24 Hrs.

Spares, Consumables, NSS transactions & record keeping :

• Maintain Spares & Consumables stock, availability with FO team, raise requirements in advance so that field activities not impacted & Monthly ReCo including physical verification
• Ensure all Spares transactions recorded thru NSS applications
• Tracking faulty spares & submission of faulty HW to CWH in 3 days, records on physical HW condition & repeat HW fault analysis

Preventive Maintenance :

• Ensure PM for all the sites twice a year
• Ensure PM for all critical node / HUB sites every month
• Run quarterly PM awareness program, maintain PM quality including Alarm free sites & No repeat alarm. Need physical verification / audit for 20 sites per month
• Drive to reduce RNP cases, Proper packing & handling, Site visit / Audit for repetitive HW fault