Job Title: Customer Service Engineer
Department:
Network Group
Location:
Rivers
Job Description:
Task Complexity:
•Integrate network communication architectures, topologies, hardware, and protocols into existing MTN network for Enterprise Solutions clients.
•Provide 2nd line Support at MDNS customer end on various TX media (Microwave, fiber, copper, Wimax), MUX (DXX), MDF, Cabinets, modem and CPE issues; including VSAT.
•Act as Regional point of contact for MTN Enterprise Solution Planning, Implementation and support teams; providing accurate end to end analysis; working with MTN HQ support teams.
•Perform Implementation and support of FWA network integration of Customer Edge devices to the FWA Pre WIMAX and the imminent WIMAX network
•Ensure MDNS work (Planning, Implementation, Operations) is carried out as needed and scheduled. React to emergency faults and ensure that all faults are rectified promptly within contracted SLA; including VSAT
•Prepare and compile operations report on the MDNS network in light of the Service Level Agreement (SLA)
•Carry out routine maintenance, ensuring the integrity of MTN Nigeria’s assets
•Ensure Implementation and maintenance work undertaken by MDNS/fixed network contractors meets MTN Nigeria’s specification
•Ensure that all planned network expansions take place on schedule, Transmission, MDF work to ensure customer satisfaction
•Perform high level support functions on all MTN MDNS transmission equipment at MTN Sites, Switching Centers, RDLU’s and Customer premises
•Administer accurate data within the current Engineering Database, i.e. accurate tracking of job orders placed with vendors and any changes thereof, co-ordination of the acceptance testing of all delivered links and related equipment: including Microwave, fiber and copper.
•Maintain a comprehensive set of records and configuration database of all transmission links, fixed data lines and spares for MDNS/leased line customers
•Ensure all security and network integrity documentation is completed and adhered to.
CUSTOMER
•Maintain the client relationship/satisfaction by ensuring a prompt response to fault reports, maximum continuity of service and minimal downtime.
•Alert sales to possible business opportunities through the management chain
•Manage suppliers to ensure results are delivered in line with contractual and commercial commitments to maximize business benefits
•Provide technical supervision of contractors working on ENS network infrastructure to ensure they:
oComply with appropriate SORs, specifications, controls and standards:
oDeliver results of an acceptable quality
oProtect enterprise network services (ENS) and MTN services
oDeliver value for money
NETWORK AND SERVICE PROVISIONING
•Organize and check the completeness and quality and sign off site survey reports
•Plan, organize and lead team in installation, configuration, testing and acceptance of network and customer premises equipment in accordance with established designs, project plans and performance targets
•Identify deviations from plans and implement corrective actions; provide progress reports
•Ensure acceptance, handover and snag list and sign-off procedures are properly completed
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
•Manage and prioritize the allocation of trouble tickets to meet performance targets
•Encourage a pro-active culture to customer requests, network events or problems
•Support team by liaising with NMC, transmission teams and suppliers, etc to ensure prompt, accurate analysis and resolution of problems.
•Recognize, notify and escalate problems beyond team’s capabilities area of expertise and seek prompt help from specialists
•Analyze and report on network faults, root causes and performance
•Where practical ensure service restoration before repair to comply with service availability targets.
•Ensure that team completes all relevant documentation, utilizing available ENS systems, to
ocapture/update network and customer records
oprovide technical reports and details to support fault analysis and management reporting
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
•Support operational planning, design engineers and product managers by allocating resource for tests and trials relating to network evolution plans and product service development
GENERAL
•Maintain the ENS Risk Register for the Region
•Support the analysis of fault reports and performance data to identify general problems and/or shortcomings in network, equipment and configurations; work with network specialists to identify causes and implement solutions to resolve issues and improve performance
STAFF
•Maintain a positive and constructive team spirit
•Ensure staff are:
•Properly informed and competent to carry out assigned tasks quickly and safely
•Have the necessary training, tools and testers, etc to carry out duties efficiently and effectively
•Developed through involvement and/or delegation of work and responsibilities in new areas of technical and management activities
•Aware of and comply with company values and policies
•Assess and report on staff performance, build on strengths and take action to progress areas where further development is required
•Keep the Enterprise Solution Division Office running smoothly
•Liaise with Senior Manager, Unit Mangers, HQ/Regional team leads and all other regional staff as necessary to progress work.
Job Conditions: Normal MTNN working conditions.
Reporting To: Customer Service Engineer Team Lead
Required Skills:
•First Degree in Engineering, Computing or equivalent IT certification
•Numerical/data analysis skills
•A minimum of 4 years work experience
•Experience in telecommunications networks and/or in a complex, technology based, trouble shooting customer service environment
•Experience or participation in the design of systems architecture and network systems
Employment Status :
Permanent
Qualification:
First Degree in Engineering, Computing or equivalent IT certification
This vacancy expires on 9/21/2011
How to Apply
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