Central Zonal Technical Manager - Telecom Network Operations

GM-Central Zonal Technology Vodafone Idea Limited is an Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group partnership. It is India’s leading telecom service provider. The Company provides pan India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G and 4G platform. With the large spectrum portfolio to support the growing demand for data and voice, the company is committed to deliver delightful customer experiences and contribute towards creating a truly ‘Digital India’ by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow. The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence. The Company is listed on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At VIL, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. VIL's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our Values of Passion, Boldness, Trust, Speed and Digital. Consequently, our recruiting efforts are directed towards attracting and retaining best and brightest talents. Our endeavour is to be First Choice for prospective employees. VIL ensures equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, colour, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. VIL is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce. Role Central Zonal Technical Manager Job Level/ Designation M3/GM Function / Department Technology/O&M (RAN & MW) Location Delhi Job Purpose Supervising of Managing cell site – BTS/MW/BSC/RNC site field level operational activities Key Result Areas/Accountabilities Plan and supervise Preventive and Corrective maintenance to improve percentage of best cells above >99%. RNA > 99.80% To supervise cell site/BSC/RNC wise field level operational activities in strict compliance with the VIL operation’s process and managing with the tools prescribed. To acknowledge all WFM alarms within prescribed time of onset and to complete resolution within 3 days. To supervise and maintain the site level Opex and make control on same as per the budget. To administer transmission media details to rectify any call drop/disturbance. All Txn KPI should show progressive improvement. To Run transmission planning modernization as per the AOP Drive on- time Preventive Maintenance and Outage handling process Bearing clear understanding of SNOC process and abiding them. Driving each activity under the oversight and evaluating their success Management of co-ordination with infra partners on maintaining the upkeep of the infra equipment so as to ensure the conservation of active equipment Plan/Complete yearly roll out target by March 31 of year by Integration & Commissioning of all sites in operational domain 100% compliance of Asset Management of all assets installed Completing and Driving acceptance test configuration and commissioning of new base station sites and backhaul Network complaint management by resolution of faults at sites. Drive the zonal specified RF modernization with hands-on zero traffic cells, software upgrade for joint spectrum, swap for modernization and quality assurance Drive toggling and zero traffic cell to the minimum prescribed levels Drive TQM projects with six sigma criterion, bring in new ideas of operations, identifying the training needs and aligning the team to the business acumen of the zone Aligning the resource management of the zone during festivals, privilege leaves, with minimum attrition and aligning the personal traits to the zonal rendezvous Coordinate with technical support personnel, support vendors and equipment suppliers. To ensure all Microwave KPI compliance as per corp guidelines . All strategic, HUB & VTH sites should deliver 100% availability & field sites visits to ensure Hygiene. Co-ordinate with IP and router team for access port check, utilization, Implementation of corrections related to access ports and New router locations configurations Survey for new fibre POP and its coordinate its I&C Identification of issues at various points of splitting of ILL and closure of its complaints Conducting monthly meeting with Passive Vendors and MOM, following up with issues and identifying the corrections done by IP, Reduction in Opex by XX% Yon Y To run the operations of the zone as per the HSW standards prescribed, updating to the monthly meetings, assuring all assets are registered under MSAFE and auditing them. Driving HSW among technology & service partners. Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience Well versed knowledge in G/U/L, along with testing experience Installation, commissioning, integration and troubleshooting of NSN/Huawei Radio and Microwave equipment Expertise in 2G,4G & 5G network, Maintenance & Troubleshooting Expertise in GSM protocol stack, call flow and O&M of , BSC, BTS and MW Must have technical / professional qualifications Experience: 12-15 Years Qualification: B. Tech – Electronic & communication. Vodafone Idea Limited (formerly Idea Cellular Limited) An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership Experience Level Mid Level

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