Specialist: Planning & Optimisation

.When it comes to igniting a team of trailblazers, we're number 1. The number 1 Top Employer in South Africa.Certified by the Top Employer Institute 2024.Role Purpose/Business Unit:To analyse network performance/quality, do site planning and optimisation & improve customer experience.Your responsibilities will include:Conduct all site planning and optimisationEnsure optimal performance on network quality by monitoring the network statistics through the relevant tools and implementing determined corrective actionPro-actively analyse and recommend capacity dimensioning requirements on all network elementsPro-actively analyse and verify in-depth network problems by performing relevant traces Investigate and rectify all network failures received from regular drive testing routes by outsourcing companies (e.g. Gcwensa & Umlaut)Conduct cluster optimisation of existing networkThe Ideal candidate for this role will have:Must have technical / professional qualifications: 3 years National Diploma or Degree in Electrical (light current) or Electronic Engineering or a SAQA accredited equivalentTelecommunications (GSM & UTRAN) courses essential    Minimum of 3 years relevant GSM experience (inclusive of 2 years UMTS & LTE experience) is essentialCore competencies, knowledge and experience:Computer applications (e.g. MS Office & MAPINFOR)    Analysis tools (e.g. Actix, Trace tool etc.)    GSM Knowledge UMTS, LTE knowledge    5G knowledge advantageousNetwork components    Statistical tools (e.g. Sonar, NetAct etc.)   Current Vendor UTRAN equipmentWe make an impact by offering: Enticing incentive programs, competitive benefit packages, and an exclusive 13th chequeRetirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefitsCell phone and data benefits, advantages fibre connection discounts, and exclusive staff discounts offered in collaboration with partner companiesClosing date for Applications:22 April 2024The base location for this role isVodacom, East London.The company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.Vodacom is committed to an organizational culture that recognizes, appreciates, and values diversity & inclusion.