GM-Central Zonal Technology

Vodafone Idea Limited; New Delhi; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Vodafone Idea Limited in Delhi invites an experienced Central Zonal Technical Manager to lead field operations for RAN & MW. You will supervise BTS/MW/BSC/RNC site activities, drive preventive maintenance, outage handling, and asset management while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires 12–15 years of telecom experience, a B.Tech in Electronics & Communication, and deep knowledge of 2G/4G/5G networks.

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of telecom experience.
• B.Tech – Electronics & Communication required.
• Experience in RAN and MW maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Proven ability to lead field operations and coordinate with partners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise preventive and corrective maintenance to improve cell availability.
• Supervise field operations at cell site, BSC, RNC with adherence to processes.
• Respond to WFM alarms and resolve within 3 days.
• Manage site Opex and keep within budget.
• Coordinate with infra partners for upkeep of infra equipment.
• Drive RF modernization and zero-traffic cell initiatives.
• Conduct monthly vendor meetings and drive improvements.

Skills

RAN & MW maintenance

2G/4G/5G knowledge

Field operations leadership

BTS/BSC/RNC experience

Education

B.Tech – Electronics & Communication

Tools

NSN equipment

Huawei Microwave

BTS deployment tools

Job description

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.

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Role

Central Zonal Technical Manager

Job Level/ Designation

M3/GM

Function / Department

Technology/O&M (RAN & MW)

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

Vodafone Idea Limited (formerly Idea Cellular Limited) An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership