RAN Planning and Inventory Tools Specialist

We have an exciting new opportunity for a RAN Planning and Inventory Tools Specialist to join our Digital Networks Platforms team.

Reporting to the Technical Lead, this role will be responsible for providing technical development and support of tools in the Radio Network Configuration Management and Inventory area. The role will assist with delivering clear evolution plans that will support our Digital Transformation ambitions.

The position requires liaison with IT, RAN share partners, 3rd party vendors, Fixed Network customers and key internal customers in developing Tools and solutions to support new technologies and projects., * Develop and execute Logical Planning Tool strategy and manage the provided budget and spend decisions that deliver clear business benefits

• Responsible for technical leadership, development, delivery and lifecycle management of key DNP tools primarily in Configuration Management, Network Discovery and Inventory areas.

• Proactively look for business and process changes and automation opportunities that will benefit network

• Lead and deliver various phases of Magnet transformation plan. This includes liaison with Procurement team to lead RFP activities, contract negotiation and project delivery

• Provide Vodafone Tool Liaison for Beacon related activities and put in place the necessary tools, interfaces and processes to support Beacon network rollout

• Assist in the support of managing a small team of engineers in the Configuration management area

• Provide a sound and supportive level of support to the others in the LPI team, guiding and sharing decisions and potential concerns.

• Extensive experience relating to mobile and fixed networks and OSS tools, their installation, use, in life management and retirement.

• Solid Database structure and query skills. SQL, PLSQL, POSTGRE SQL

• Strong understanding of Mobile and Fixed network architecture and OSS and IT technology infrastructure

The other stuff we are looking for

• Experience of successfully participating in, leading, and inspiring technical teams to deliver transformational activities and related business benefit

• Credible and effective communicator and influencer, able to work with stakeholder to agree, prioritise and drive forward a wide range of requirements.

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we’d love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you’ve submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a competency based interview.

When you apply, you’ll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we’ll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.