Ops Specialist: Submarine Cables at Telkom

Core Description

Perform the submarine cable system Network Administrator function, including technical system analysis and recommendations to the relevant consortia work groups, allocate network resources and system configuration and activations as well as the implementation of IRU/ OCU Agreements. Provide international network technical solutions and quotes for services over Telkom's international sub-marine and IP network, as well the implementation of network solutions. Perform IPNet engineering functions including international network design, capacity sourcing, utilisation/ congestion monitoring.

Competencies

Analytical; Communicating; Computer Applications; Negotiation Techniques; Commercial; Problem Solving; Stress Handling Techniques; Telkom Procedures; Transmission Systems; International Network Infrastructure & Design; English

Job Responsibilities

The incumbent will be required to:

•  prepare Facility Ownership Databases;
•  Update Information Systems;
•  Compile Reports
•  Develop Multiplex and Routing Plans;
•  Maintain System Documentation/Correspondence;
•  Monitor International Route Performance;
•  Manage International Network Capacity;
•  Provide Quotes for Capacity on International Network

Required Certification

• None

Qualifications

• Relevant 3 year Degree/Diploma (at least NQF 6)

Experience

• 3 Years experience in a Transmission environment

Special Requirements

• Must be prepared to travel and be away from home for periods of time.
• Work overtime
• Have a valid driver's license