Manager - Lead - GIS Applications

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
GIS & Automation Lead
Job Level/ Designation
M1
Function / Department
Cluster –Technology (Fiber Management)
Location
Cluster Locations
Job Purpose
Responsible for circle GIS based route planning to optimize cost of delivery for mobility & enterprise.
Develop digitization and automation plan and ensure implementation across the geography so that fiber asset is visible at various GIS platform. Also fiber operation is completely automated to provide transparency to all involved
Key Result Areas/Accountabilities
Digitize fiber assets by onboarding GIS tool and route mapping.
Define blue print for fiber digitization – automation of patrolling, splicing, visibility of all maintenance staff in Apps etc.
Digitization of ROW/Permissions/HOTO etc.
Support the circle planner for new rollout for POP & fiber/MW/Optics/IP team
Manage SI & Google Earth as per requirement of digitalization of GIS data
Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience
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
Transformation & Digitization with expertise in GIS.
Program & vendor management skills.
Ability to work in dynamic & matrix organization.
Strong Stakeholder management, Negotiation skills and Strategic mind set to make win-win alliance with TSP partners and IRU partners
Should have strong knowledge in database management & automation projects.
Must Have Technical / Professional Qualifications
Should have B.tech/B.E
6-8 years of Telecom experience
Vodafone Idea Limited (formerly Idea Cellular Limited)
An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership

Work arrangement
No