Datacom IP Networks Service, Requirements en Project Manager,

Elia Group; Brussel; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Salary package

Year-end bonus

Meal vouchers

Insurance (group/hospitalisation)

Vacation days & extra time off

Company car / mobility options

Elia shares program

Mobility budget

Descripción de la vacante

Elia Group is seeking a Datacom IP Networks Service, Requirements and Project Manager in Brussels. You will manage IP/LAN/WAN networks, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive project delivery across IT, infra, and asset management while shaping the company’s telecommunications strategy.

You will lead KPI measurement, vendor management, and ongoing improvement initiatives in a dynamic energy transmission environment. Fluency in Dutch, French and English is required.

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in electronics, ICT or telecommunications or equivalent experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of modern IP-based LAN and WAN networks.
• Minimum five years' experience defining, managing and rolling out IP networks.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills across departments.
• Fluency in Dutch, French and English (speaking, reading, writing).

Responsabilidades

• Service management: maintain the service/product catalogue and KPI system; coordinate with stakeholders; manage maintenance contracts and asset database; optimize costs.
• Requirement management: stay ahead of tech trends; document internal requirements; draft specifications and evaluate supplier responses; manage architecture implementation.
• Project management: conduct high-level analyses; align schedules with IT/Asset Management/Infra Engineering; monitor progress and risks.

Conocimientos

IP networks knowledge

Network technologies

Campus switching

Cybersecurity

IPsec VPN / DMVPN / FlexVPN

Wireless switching

Load balancing

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Multilingual: Dutch, French, English

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's in electronics, ICT or telecommunications

Descripción del empleo

Excited to work for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape?

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this? As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side‑by‑side with your talented colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.

Datacom IP Networks Service, Requirements en Project Manager

Function

At Elia, the Datacom IP Networks team is the centre of competence for the IP-based networks used for, among other things

• communication with and within administrative sites;
• data flows between and within data centres (on-premises and cloud) and their secure areas;
• data flows between high-voltage substations and data centres for remote surveillance, meter readings, disturbance recorders, telephony, remote maintenance, physical security and intranet access;
• protection devices for high-voltage lines;
• connections with other energy partners;
• internet connections.

Reporting to the IP Networks Manager, the Datacom IP Networks Service, Requirements and Project Manager has the following objectives and tasks

Service management

• Managing the service and product catalogue and communicating with the various stakeholders.
• Defining, managing and monitoring the KPI measurement system.
• Serving as the interface for communication with other teams regarding planned maintenance and unplanned outages.
• Managing maintenance contracts with multiple external suppliers monitoring of the service provided, management of the asset database, monitoring and optimisation of financial costs.
• Helping to draw up, monitor and communicate cross-functional processes and procedures to ensure the professional management of IP networks.

Requirement management

• Keeping abreast of the latest technological trends in order to introduce relevant technologies that are new to Elia.
• Working closely with other Elia departments (e.g. IT, Asset Management, Infra Engineering) to collect and document internal requirements.
• Conducting market surveys and organising the exchange of information with suppliers.
• Helping to draft technical specifications and evaluating responses.
• Managing suppliers with a view to implementing the architecture that best meets Elia's needs.

Project management

• Conducting high-level analyses of the needs of new cross-functional projects.
• Drawing up, aligning and monitoring schedules with other departments (e.g. IT, Asset Management, Infra Engineering).
• Following up, and communicating with various stakeholders, regarding the progress of the work, issues and risks.

Your Profile

• You have a bachelor's or master's degree in electronics, ICT or telecommunications or equivalent experience.
• You have a comprehensive knowledge of modern IP-based LAN and WAN networks
  • Level 3 (L3) IP networks, Multi-VRF, VRF Lite and IP/MPLS;
  • switching campus design multi-VLAN and VXLAN;
  • cybersecurity firewall, DMZ, authentication and IPS;
  • IPsec VPN, DMVPN and FlexVPN;
  • wireless central switching with lightweight access points;
  • load balancing.
• You have at least five years' experience in defining, managing and rolling out IP networks.
• You can assimilate new technical information quickly.
• You have strong analytical skills.
• You have strong project management skills and a clear reporting style.
• You have excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate between departments.
• You are willing to continuously hone and broaden your technical knowledge of WAN and LAN networks.
• You can work independently and methodically.
• You are customer-oriented and cope well with stress.
• You are a team player and are willing to share your knowledge.
• You are fluent in Dutch, French and English (speaking, reading and writing).

Offer

• Salary a competitive salary package, allowance for representation expenses, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€10 per working day), eco-vouchers, sport & culture vouchers, bonuses based on individual and group results.
• Insurance group insurance, hospitalisation insurance, ambulant care insurance for the whole family and also personal accident insurance.
• Vacation You will be entitled to 20 vacation days and 5 additional vacation days, 6 local days, 4 exempt days (after 1 year of employment) and up to 5 long-service days (1 day for every 3 years in employment).
• Social fund Year-end vouchers, birth and marriage allowance. We will also cover part of the cost of glasses, a dental prosthesis or similar needs.
• Communication you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop with internet reimbursement.
• Discounts you will enjoy a 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill.
• Mobility we will offer you a company car and public transport or a mobility budget.
• Elia shares Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price.

Location

Avenue de Vilvorde 126, 1000 Brussels

Homeworking policy

There's something electric in the air with this job offer!

In exchange for your work and dedication, you enjoy the following benefits

• A job full of variety with a top employer Elia encourages innovation and collaboration. Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground-breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills.
• Focus on personal growth and well-being at work Discover a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities that are guaranteed to give your personal growth a solid boost. At the same time, as a top employer, we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well-being is central.
• Development opportunities for a challenging career At Elia, we encourage you to seek out and seize new professional opportunities. You will enjoy complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.
• A diverse team of passionate colleagues Elia puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.

These are just a few of the benefits that distinguish Elia as a Top Employer. We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon!