BROADBAND INFRACO Broadband Infraco, a long distance national and international optic fibre connectivity network infrastructure provider based in Radiokop, seeks to appoint a suitable candidate to the following employment opportunity: INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ADVERTISEMENT SPECIALIST: FIELD SERVICES (BLOEMFONTEIN) PERMANENT Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the Supervisor Maintenance, the incumbent will: • The incumbent will be required to oversee the process of analysing the network in terms of capacity, reliability and sustainability. Must provide technical support to regional staff. • Implement regional Preventative Routine Maintenance plan. Commission and confirm quality standard and compliance of newly installed equipment and outdoor infrastructure to all BBI standards and specifications. • Conduct root cause analysis by analysing information to implement mitigation plan or strategy to prevent repetitive occurrence of network failures. Compile reports and make recommendations on the technical approach to be adopted. • Develop a regional planned maintenance strategy/plan in conjunction with internal and external stakeholders. • Draft, implement and monitor procedures, policies and work instructions to add value to network maintenance activities and practices. • Responsible for internal training/awareness sessions to improve staff operational efficiency, knowledge and technical skills. • Must be willing to work long hours. Qualification and Experience: • Must have B.Tech/B.Eng, S4/T3 National Diploma or N6 National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (HC/LC) or equivalent. • Registration with ECSA will be an advantage. • Valid driver’s licence. • Minimum 5 years’ experience in the telecommunications industry, particularly in network maintenance. • Be familiar with ITU-T Standards. • Have in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge and understanding of: Optical fibre, Transmission equipment, IP configuration, AC/DC power systems, Environmental alarm monitoring systems, Test equipment (OTDR, OLTS, etc.) Fusion splicing, Interpretation of test results and the provision of optimum solutions • Microsoft Office 365, strong in applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Applications and a comprehensive CV to be e-mailed to [email protected] Enquiries should be directed to Ms. Nompumelelo Mtsweni – Contact Details: 011 235 1612 (Office Hours) Closing Date: 21 June 2024. Broadband Infraco reserves the right not to make an appointment or to make a temporary appointment in accordance with the current organizational requirements. Appointment is subject to verification of the applicant’s qualifications and reference checking. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Correspondence will be entered into with short-listed applicants only. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks, you should consider your application unsuccessful. Placement will be in accordance with the Company’s Employment Equity Plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. INVITATION OF PUBLIC NOMINATIONS FOR POTENTIAL CANDIDATES TO BE CONSIDERED FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE BOARD OF BROADBAND INFRACO Mr. Mondli Gungubele, the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies invites the public to nominate potential persons to be considered for appointment to the Board of Broadband Infraco (BBI). Appointed persons will serve as members of the Board on a part-time basis for a period not exceeding three (3) years (subject to Annual Performance assessments). Remuneration (including allowances) will be per the guidelines approved by the Minister. The nominee should be a fit and proper person; be of good character; and not be disqualified in terms of Section 69 of the Companies Act and must have experience and expertise in any of the following: • Electrical engineering and Information and Communications Technology (ICT); • Media, Telecommunications and Broadcasting; • Finance and related fields (financial accounting, management accounting, financial management, financial reporting, auditing, risk management, corporate finance), preferably a chartered accountant who has served in Audit Committees, ideally in the Public Sector; • Legal and Governance; • Marketing, Sales, and Stakeholder Management; • ICT Policy and Regulations; • Corporate Governance, IT Governance, and Ethics; and • Digital Transformation. The nominee must: possess an undergraduate qualification (Bachelor’s degree or Advanced/Higher/Post-graduate Diploma) and experience in Corporate or Public Sector Governance. The following will be an added advantage; Board and/Board committee experience, business leadership experience, and a minimum of 10 years’ experience at the senior/executive management level; and knowledge and understanding of Public Sector Finance (Public Finance Management Act) including key Government policies and priorities such as the National Development Plan. Disclosure of current and/or potential conflict of interests, including contracts, shareholding, and employment in relation to BBI, in compliance with the requirements of section 50 (3) of the Public Finance Management Act, clause 13 of the MOI, and section 75 of Companies Act. Nominations must be accompanied by the relevant curriculum vitae for the nominated candidate, including the following compulsory information: Identity number; gender; race; current designation and responsibilities; contact details (postal and email addresses, and telephone); qualifications; current and past service on boards; areas of expertise and acquired skills; and the names and contact details of two referees. Confirmation of the availability of the nominee is also required. Successful candidates must submit themselves to verification of qualifications and security vetting. Candidates with foreign academic qualifications that have not been graded/verified with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), must verify their qualifications directly with SAQA. NB: Nominations will not be considered unless all the requirements set out above are met. Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only. Written Nominations must be addressed to: The Director-General, Department of Communications and Digital Technologies For attention: Ms Precious Tsolo, The Director, SOE Governance and Support, First Floor, Block B, iParioli Office Park, 1166 Park Street, Hatfield, Pretoria Private Bag X860, Pretoria, 0001 Enquiries: Tel: (012) 421 7025 or (012) 427 8243 Alternatively, email to [email protected] CLOSING DATE FOR NOMINATIONS: Friday, 28 June 2024
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