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Specialist : Network & Element Man Eng

Specialist : Network & Element Man Eng

TelkomCenturion, ZA
11 days ago
Job description

Job title : Specialist : Network & Element Man Eng

Job Location : Gauteng, Centurion Deadline : October 09, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Core Description

  • Responsible to implement key strategic deliverables for the Openserve All IP Network. This includes the implementation of specific plan, build and engineering activities, in the network and element management areas.
  • Convening meetings and initiate site surveys to determine project requirements, compile executable files and place purchase orders. Liaise with service providers and relevant internal role players to oversee and effect build requirements.
  • Capitalise asset expenses and keep the Openserve asset register up to date. Keep abreast with the latest telecommunications developments to support the Openserve network.

    • Job Responsibilities

  • Provide high-level support and consult various role-players across the value chain to modernise the Openserve IP network (Switching and Routing).
  • Establish and maintain relationships with ICT peers and counterparts via the following media : Workshops, Conferences, Forums and Special interest groups
  • Participate in Procurement process w.r.t. contract negotiations, inputs to Cross Functional Sourcing Team (CFST) and evaluate technical aspects of tenders (RFB Request for Bid; RFP Request for Proposal)
  • Convene site surveys to determine project requirements.
  • Compile executable files
  • Place purchase orders timeously and correctly.
  • Compile daily / weekly / monthly, KPI Master, Project, Network and Element Management, SAP system reports and documentation.
  • Monitor and update Capital expenditure of projects / programmes against spending plan
  • Update PC (Project) estimate database
  • Engineer Capital Projects w.r.t. Detailed Engineering, WAP process, compile CPA for approval and compile Equipment Specification / Bill of Materials
  • Implement Capital Project w.r.t. Statement of Work (SOW), liaise with suppliers / build, progress reports, initiate billing process, commission / decommission, track expenditure and capitalize project
  • Compile / submit Network and Element Management Project Plan
  • Compile Network and Element Management Business Cases, submit and obtain approval

    • Core Competencies

    FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE

  • IP Switching & Routing, Network and Element Management, IP protocols, Network Engineering and Planning, Project Management Principles, Telecommunication Network Infrastructure, Capital Budget, Inter Divisional Dependencies

    • FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

  • Planning; Administration; Analytical; Organizing Techniques; Negotiation Techniques, Conceptual Ability, Decision Making, Statistical Analysis, Written and Verbal communication, Problem Solving, Network engineering

    • ATTITUDES / LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

  • Thought Leadership : Developing strategies / Providing insights; Generating ideas; Exploring possibilities; Examining information; Adopting practical approaches.
  • Market Leadership : Developing expertise; Challenging ideas; Interacting with people; Understanding people; Seizing opportunities; Managing tasks
  • Business Leadership : Pursuing goals; Taking action; Upholding standards; Managing tasks; Seizing opportunities
  • People Leadership : Making decisions; Empowering individuals; Challenging ideas; Directing people; Convincing people; Interacting with people
  • Personal Leadership : Embracing change; Thinking positively; Showing composure; Understanding people; Valuing individuals; Team working; Values Aligned with Openserve Values

    • Certifications

    Education

  • NQF 6 : 3 year Diploma / National Diploma in Engineering

    • Experience

  • 5 Years relevant experience

    • Additional Information

    Experience :

  • Experience in System & Network Engineering, Telecommunication Network & Project Management.

    • Special Requirements

  • Valid Drivers license
  • Willing to travel
  • Willing to work overtime,when required

    • Physical Requirements

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