Tech Officer: Submarine Cable Ops at Telkom

Core Description

• To install, operate and maintain the submarine cable systems and associated local terrestrial systems, according to international standards, in order to provide a continuous service to International and National Investors, Operators & Customers.

Job Responsibilities

OUTPUT 1

• Maintained Network Configuration

SUB-OUTPUTS

• Receive activation/ deactivation requests
• Activate new circuits
• Create new paths
• Update changes in network topology (upgrades, etc)
• Update changes in protection schemes (ring, path switching), etc.
• Activate, deactivate and change names of circuits
• Perform ring switch on submarine cable system
• Back & restoration

RANGE

• Submarine cable systems
• Standby power plant
• AC and DC Power Plant
• Engineering Order Wires
• Radar Equipment
• Power Feed Equipment (PFE)
• External DCN Network
• Synchronisation Local Network and across different Cable systems
• Computerised Network Management Systems And Software
• Submerged Plan, Spare Equipment And Standby Power Plant
• Equipment and cable spares
• National Network Transmission PDH, SDH and WDM Equipment
• Digital Cross-Connect
• ADM's
• #Test equipment

OUTPUT 2

• Monitored Traffic Quality

SUB-OUTPUTS

• Monitor compliance with technical parameters
• Analyze results
• Record and report results
• Take appropriate action
• Monitor and interpret results / carry-out suitable corrective actions
• Ensure system operation
• Identify traffic quality trends
• Gather relevant data from monitoring equipment

RANGE

• Standby power plant
• Submarine Cable System
• Radar Equipment
• Power Feed Equipment (PFE)
• National Network Transmission PDH, SDH and WDM Equipment
• Synchronisation Local Network and across different Cable systems
• Computerised Network Management Systems And Software
• Submerged Plan, Spare Equipment And Standby Power Plant
• DCN Network
• Equipment and Cable Spares
• AC and DC Power Plant
• Digital Cross-Connect
• Engineering Order Wires
• Test Equipment ADM's

OUTPUT 3

• Restored Traffic

SUB-OUTPUTS

• Identify problem/Receive request
• Communicate with remote transmission stations/ landing parties
• Coordinate liaison amongst overseas cable station
• Initiate agreed plans and procedures
• Notify all affected parties
• Monitor quality of traffic
• Ensure restoration facilities stays available
• Normalise traffic back to original configuration Compile and submit report

RANGE

• Planned maintenance
• Submarine Cable System
• Update Events (Failure)
• Own Submarine Cable Systems
• National Network Between Cable Stations And IOMC
• Telkom Back haul
• Other Submarine Cable Systems
• Local network

OUTPUT 4

• Managed Spare and Test Equipment

SUB-OUTPUTS

• Maintain a record of all components
• Perform/arrange routine store checks
• Maintain stock room
• Analyze failure/replacement trends
• Procure replacement spares
• Maintain & replenish system & station consumables
• Control centralization of spares
• Routinely verify the functionality of all test equipment
• Ensure test equipment compatibility
• Ensure calibration schedules are adhered to

RANGE

• Administrative
• National Network Equipment Spares
• Test Equipment Spares
• Cable System Consumables
• Cable Station Consumables
• Equipment spares - Submarine and terrestrial equipment types
• Submarine Cable Equipment Spares
• Environmental, critical spares, management (DC, AC Power, Air conditioners Standby plant, Fire Alarm systems act)

Core Competencies

FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE

• Transmission Systems; Safety Regulation and Standards; Mechanical Aids; Network Management Systems; IP Networks; Power DC and AC; Project Management; Data Communication Systems; Broadband Systems; Data Acquisition / Multiplexing Systems; National Management Systems; Computer Hardware / Software Systems; Company Policies/Procedures & WI's; Non-Voice Systems & Associated Services; Fire Alarm Systems; Fire Suppression Systems and Procedures; Air Conditioners; Standby Plants; UPS & Battery Management 

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

• Interpersonal; Planning; Project Management; Computer Literacy; Programming; Analytical; Communicating; Training Techniques; Team work; Technical& Test Eq Handling & Techniques; Technical Design

ATTITUDES/ LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

• Dedicated; Quality Awareness; Responsible; Proactive; Team Player; Driven; Work and Personal Safety; Customer Focus; Accurate

Certifications

Education

• NQF 6: 3 year Diploma/ National Diploma in Engineering
• OR NQF 4: Grade 12 in Mathematics or Science

Experience

• 6 months/ 1 Year relevant experience
• OR 3 years relevant experience

Additional Information

Outputs (continued):

OUTPUT 5

• Installed Equipment / Services

SUB-OUTPUTS

• Analyze and record results and compile report (Scope of work SOW)
• Liaise with relevant role players / stakeholders / authorities
• Plan and coordinate all aspects of the job
• Obtain equipment to be installed
• Install equipment
• Perform function tests according to prescribed documentations and standards
• Connect services to equipment
• Commission service with end to end test
• Put equipment / circuits into service
• Update database and records and communicate with relevant stakeholders

RANGE

• Standby power plant
• Submarine cable systems
• AC and DC Power Plant
• Radar Equipment
• National Network Transmission PDH, SDH and WDM Equipment
• External DCN Network
• Synchronisation Local Network and across different Cable systems
• Computerised Network Management Systems And Software
• Submerged Plan, Spare Equipment And Standby Power Plant
• Equipment and cable spares
• Power Feed Equipment (PFE)
• Engineering Order Wires
• Digital Cross-Connect
• ADM's
• Test Equipment

OUTPUT 6

• Repaired Equipment / Services

SUB-OUTPUTS

• Complete administration
• Identify fault condition
• Repair fault
• Perform functional test

RANGE
ADM's

• #Test equipment
• Submarine Cable System
• Radar Equipment
• Power Feed Equipment (PFE)
• National Network Transmission PDH, SDH and WDM Equipment
• External DCN Network
• Synchronisation Local Network and across different Cable systems
• Computerised Network Management Systems And Software
• Submerged Plan, Spare Equipment And Standby Power Plant
• Equipment and cable spares
• Standby power plant
• AC and DC Power Plant
• Engineering Order Wires
• Digital Cross-Connect

OUTPUT 7

• Maintained Equipment

SUB-OUTPUTS

• Perform routine measurements and observations
• Record all relevant results
• Analyze results and observations
• Initiate corrective procedure
• Rectify fault or notify responsible section
• Perform first line equipment repair or notify responsible authority
• Implement dispatch procedure for faulty equipment
• Confirm repair
• Record all relevant information in station log

RANGE

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• AC and DC Power Plant
• Standby power plant
• Submarine Cable System
• Radar Equipment
• Power Feed Equipment (PFE)
• National Network Transmission PDH, SDH and WDM Equipment
• Synchronisation Local Network and across different Cable systems
• Test Equipment
• Submerged Plan, Spare Equipment And Standby Power Plant
• Equipment and cable spares
• Computerised Network Management Systems And Software
• External DCN Network
• Digital Cross-Connect
• ADM's
• Engineering Order Wires

Special Requirements:

• Ability to speak foreign languages (Fresh, Spanish, Portuguese) is an advantage.

Special Requirements

• Ability to work after hours
• Ability to work shifts
• Ability to work overtime
• After hours call out (stand by)

Physical Requirements

• Colour Vision