Tech Officer: Core Network Field Ops

Date: 25 Nov 2024

Location: Bellville, Western Cape, ZA

Company: Company

Structural Information

Job number:                     10006631

Job title:                             Tech Officer: Core Network Field Ops

Job grade:                          OP1

Group/ BU:                       Openserve

Division:                             Openserve

Span of control:               0

Reports to:                        Management

REM Functional Area:    Technical

Core Description

Perform acceptance/ commissioning/ assurance/ fulfilment and preventative maintenance on Core and Access telecommunications technologies.

Job Responsibilities

OUTPUT 1
Maintained Equipment/ Systems/ Performed Routines (PMT)
SUB-OUTPUTS
Monitor equipment/ system performance
Determine maintenance/ TBI activities
Facilitate site access
Execute maintenance/ TBI activities
Complete relevant administration
Provide report back/ recommendations
Replace and/ or service resources
Provide assistance and support on request
Create System backups
Do general Housekeeping
Compliance to the DOP, OSS systems processes
Update records
RANGE
Wireless Technologies
Access Network Technologies
Copper
Optic
Non-Voice Services/ Equipment/ Sub Rates
Power Equipment
Transmission Equipment/ Products
Switching and Mechanical Testing Equipment
Broadband
NMS
IP
Access
Ad Hoc Projects
Distribution Frames
CPE Equipment
Buildings and Sites
OUTPUT 2
Repaired Equipment/ System
SUB-OUTPUTS
Receive and analyse fault information
Diagnose fault/ identify requirements and source spares
Facilitate site access
Repair fault
Remove dead jumpers, where required
Conduct functionality tests, complete admin/ advantex Provide assistance and support on request
Update records
Provide report back/ recommendations
Process and return faulty equipment for repair
RANGE
Wireless Technologies
Access Network Technologies
Copper
Optic
Non-Voice Services/ Equipment/ Sub Rates
Power Equipment
Transmission Equipment/ Products
Switching and Mechanical Testing Equipment
Broadband
NMS
IP
Access
Ad Hoc Projects
Distribution Frames CPE Equipment
OUTPUT 3
Installed Equipment/ Systems/ Activated Services
SUB-OUTPUTS
Receive and analyze request for installation/ activation
Obtain installation/ activation details and equipment
Facilitate site access
Install/ activate equipment/ systems/ services
Perform functionality tests, complete admin
Provide assistance and support on request
Update records/ labelling
Provide report back/ recommendations/ advise re-planning
RANGE
Wireless Technologies
Access Network Technologies
Copper
Optic
Non-Voice Services/ Equipment/ Sub Rates
Power Equipment
Transmission Equipment/ Products
Switching and Mechanical Testing Equipment
Broadband
NMS
IP
Access
Ad Hoc Projects
Distribution Frames CPE Equipment
OUTPUT 4
Recovered Equipment/ Systems/ Services
SUB-OUTPUTS
Receive and analyse request for recovery
Facilitate site access
Recover equipment/ systems
Remove dead jumpers where required
Scrap/ return equipment
Store instruments/ equipment
Provide assistance and support on request
Update records, complete admin
Provide report back/ recommendations
RANGE
Wireless Technologies
Access Network Technologies
Copper
Optic
Non-Voice Services/ Equipment/ Sub Rates Power Equipment
Transmission Equipment/ Products
Switching and Mechanical Testing Equipment
Broadband
NMS
IP
Access
Ad Hoc Projects
Distribution Frames CPE Equipment
 

Core Competencies

FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE
Application Software; Broadband technology; IP Technology; Mechanical Aids; Network Management Systems; Ancillary Equipment; Safety & EMS Regulation & Standards; Switching Technology; Non-Voice; Transmission Technology; Wireless Technology; CLICK compliance, MiMix Vehicle Compliance

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
Administration; Analytical; Communicating; Computer Literacy; Interpersonal; Mast and Tower Climbing; Configuration; Technical& Test Equipment Handling & Techniques; Skills transfer; Rectifier First Line Maintenance
ATTITUDES/ LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
Accurate; Customer Focus; Dedicated; Proactive; Quality Awareness; Responsible; Team Player; Adaptable

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
    Commissioned/ Accepted Installations
    SUB-OUTPUTS
    Receive specification/ requirement
    Confirm equipment requirement
    Facilitate site access
    Perform Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP)
    Commission equipment
    Perform functional tests
    Provide assistance and support on request
    Complete administration
    Confirm completed commissioning
    Provide report back
    RANGE
    Wireless Technologies
    Access Network Technologies
    Copper
    Optic
    Non-Voice Services/ Equipment/ Sub Rates
    Power Equipment
    Transmission Equipment/ Products
    Switching and Mechanical Testing Equipment
    Broadband
    NMS
    IP
    Access
    Ad Hoc Projects
    Distribution Frames CPE Equipment
    OUTPUT 6
    Performed Compliances
    SUB-OUTPUTS
    Submit claim forms, as prescribed
     
    Re-allocate Opex and Capital work as prescribed
    Follow DOP Station handling procedures
    Conduct DOP audits as per agreed timelines
    Adhere to Advantex/ WFM processes and procedures
    Perform compliances
    Perform site surveys and asset verifications
    Escalate any deviations
    Update records
    RANGE
    Overtime and S&T
    DOP Station spares
    Advantex Tools and Test Equipment
    SHE Management
    EUD Devices
    Telkom Policies
    Telkom assets and sites
    TBIs
    Telkom Mobile/Projects
     

    Experience:

    • Ex-/ Current Telkom Full Time Bursars, learnerships and internships candidates will be exempted from the 3 years experience requirements but must have a minimum of 12 months relevant experience.

    Special Requirements

    • Valid Drivers license
    • Ability to work after hours
    • Ability to work overtime
    • After hours call out (stand by)

    Physical Requirements

    • Colour Vision
    • Work at Heights

    Key Stakeholders