Agm - Fiber Operations

Job Req ID: 48154
- Location: Aurangabad, IN
- Function: Technology/ IOT/Cloud
- About:

- 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

Zonal Fiber Operations & Projects

Job Level/ Designation

M2

Function / Department

Technology

Location

MAH

Job Purpose
- Responsible for Circle IRU Governance fiber network operations management through other operators.
- To develop, implement and govern long term operating models for smooth functioning of IRU operations OFC Network in line with Vodafone Idea India’s mission of being No.1 player in Indian mobile Voice & Data services.
- To ensure that the operating team of Vodafone Idea transmission network of India meet the Transmission network KPIs and SLA improvement for mobility/enterprises services.

Key Result Areas/Accountabilities
- Own/IRU fiber performance management and governance as per agreed SLA.
- Fiber cuts/1000km, MTTR, Fiber losses, Fiber Integrity & Permanent Restoration KPI maintenance with Fiber O&M from IRU partners.
- Team Building, competency development and communications across teams.
- Achieve operational excellence by driving process standardization & process automation for entire transmission network requirement with IRU partners.
- HSW Compliances.
- Own/IRU Database Management.
- Responsible for all budget related and network related data base monthly backup in sync with
- Planning/Project/Finance and commercial team.
- IRU & Own VIL M&G Fiber Network Various Vendors PO/Billing/GRN/Invoice processing/Payment follow-up with internal Departments and Management.
- HOTO of IRU Routes.
- Commercial and legal understanding for closure of contract and agreements with IRU partners to get better KPIs and cost factor advantage
- Support for Fiber O&M.
- Responsible for given/taken faults tickets and validation with IRU partner

Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience
- 6-8 years of Telecom experience and Proficiency in understanding overall transport NW architecture and key cost drivers.
- Understanding of IP/MPLS & Optics NW architecture to build scalable fiber NW
- Sound understanding of Opex and budgetary skills to derive best out of NW at lowest possible cost.
- Should employ a specific time management strategy to ensure closure of fiber projects on fixed time periods.
- Commercial and legal understanding for closure of contract and agreements with IRU partners to get better KPIs and cost factor advantage.
- Strong Stakeholder management, Negotiation skills and Strategic mind set to make win-win alliance with TSP partners and IRU partners

Must have technical / professional qualifications
- Should have B.tech/B.E
- 8-10 years of Telecom experience

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