Ops Specialist: TLM Outside Plant at Telkom

Core Description

Responsible for the introduction and commissioning of new telecommunications technologies and systems. This includes arranging Proof of Concept (POC)/ Proof of Value (POV) installations and advising implementation plans to execute approved technology strategies. Assist with all operations and maintenance aspects of the relevant TLM Access (passive) discipline. Compile and update Work Instructions, and Methods and Procedures related to technology evolution and adaptation. Responsible for the specification, testing and evaluation of new passive equipment.

Job Responsibilities

Conducted Research

• Gather information
• Priorities objectives 
• Submit to and consult with relevant role players 
• Determine the nature of research objectives 
• Compile research report and provide feedback 

Sourced New Technology

• Identify need/ evaluate requests 
• Liaise with stakeholders 
• Provide input to Technical Assessment Description
• Liaise with Procurement Services
• Attend new technology training 
• Prepare Technical specification 
• Source, test and evaluate
• Type approve Technology 
• Manage project
• Provide feedback and compile findings report

Compiled Specifications/ Methods & Procedures/ Guidelines & Work Instructions 

• Receive request and analyse needs 
• Gather relevant information 
• Compile Specifications/ Methods & Procedures/ Guidelines & Work Instructions 
• Obtain approval 
• Obtain sign off 
• Review and update Work 
• Forward to role players for comments/ input
• Validate and register final document
• Distribute document to all role-players

Introduced Technology

• Determine requirements 
• Schedule project 
• Research technical aspects 
• Prepare interoperability test list 
• Execute interoperability tests 
• Liaise with role players 
• Deploy pilot/ field trial/ First Office Application (FOA) 
• Identify operational problems
• Solve operational problems 
• Document test results
• Prepare FOA/POC/POV report 
• Prepare Planning Guidelines/ Work Instructions
• Forward to role players for comments/ input
• Validate and distribute final document

Managed Projects

• Compile project plan
• Monitor project progress 
• Manage deliverables/resources
• Review progress/ project plan 
• Take corrective actions if necessary
• Consolidate and distribute final report to stakeholders

Performed Sourcing Activities

• Receive and validate request
• Prepare technical specification 
• Update technical specification 
• Attend sourcing committee meetings 
• Evaluate RFx (tender/ evaluation requests)
• Compile evaluation report
• Share with SMEET (Subject Matter Expert Evaluation Team)

Core Competencies

FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE

• Openserve Policies and Procedures, operational work instructions and guidance documents; Network and Product Technology; Network planning guidelines; New and existing telecommunication; Technologies Systems and Services; Network management application; Access network; Deployment methodologies (Outside Plant)

FUNCTIONAL SKILL

• Technical; Analytical; Problem Solving; Communicating (both verbal and written); Interpersonal skills; Planning; Project Management

COMPETENCIES

• Responsible; Integrity; Assertive; Customer Focus; Team Player; Decisive; Dedicated; Innovative; Agile; Conflict Management; Values Aligned with Openserve Values

Education

• NQF 6: 3 year Diploma/ National Diploma
• OR NQF 4: Grade 12 and relevant modular training

Experience

• 3 Years relevant experience
• OR 5 years relevant experience