Manager - Field Ops RAN

Vodafone Idea Limited; Vellore; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Vodafone Idea Limited, a leading telecom service provider, is seeking a Field Engineer to manage cell site operations across BTS/MW/BSC/RNC at TNC locations. You will oversee maintenance, integration, commissioning, and troubleshooting of NSN/Huawei equipment, ensuring high network availability.

The role requires 2–5 years of hands-on GSM/EDGE experience and a BTech/B.E in ECE/EEE/CSE. You will work with cross-functional teams to resolve faults and optimize performance, with on-site

Qualifications

• Experience with GSM/EDGE networks and field maintenance.
• Proven ability to install, commission and troubleshoot radio equipment.
• Knowledge of BTS, BSC, RNC, and MW interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Maintain 99.95% network availability through field activities.
• Perform installation, commissioning and testing of new base station sites.
• Coordinate with vendors and teams for on-site activities.
• Handle outages and preventive maintenance as per SOP.

Skills

GSM/EDGE

Field maintenance

BTS/MW/RNC ops

Troubleshooting

Education

BTech/B.E - ECE/EEE/CSE

Tools

NSN Equipment

Huawei Equipment

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.

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.

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Role

Field Engineer

Job Level/ Designation

Manager – BSS O&M

Function / Department

Technology/O&M (RAN & MW)

Location

TNC

Job Purpose

Managing cell site – BTS/MW/BSC/RNC site field level operational activities

Key Result Areas/Accountabilities

• To work on maintaining the 99.95% Network Availability
• To carry out cell site/BSC/RNC site field level operational activities in strict compliance with the VIL operations process and manging the tools prescribed.
• To check and maintain the site level Opex and make control on same as per the budget
• Maintaining transmission media details to rectify any call drop/disturbance
• On time Preventive Maintenance and Outage handling process
• Coordination with infra partners on maintaining the upkeep of the infra equipment so as to ensure the upkeep of active equipment
• Integration & Commissioning of BTS & M/W sites including external alarms.
• Coordination with Vendor & Team for site installation & various activities of operations
• Responsible for supervising and acceptance test configuration and commissioning of new base station sites.
• Handling all types of GSM works that need immediate actions while the process builds up.
• VSWR alarm clearance by checking RSSI & VSWR values using VSWR meter.
• Coordinate with technical support personnel, support vendors and equipment suppliers

Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience

• Well versed knowledge in GSM/EDGE, along with testing experience
• Installation, commissioning, integration and troubleshooting of NSN/Huawei Radio and Microwave equipment
• Expertise in 2G and 3G Node-B Operation, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
• Expertise in GSM protocol stack, call flow and O&M of RNC, BSC, BTS and MW

Must Have Technical / Professional Qualifications

Experience: 2 – 5 Years.

Qualification: BTech/B.E - ECE/EEE/CSE

Vodafone Idea Limited

(formerly Idea Cellular Limited)

An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership