Manager, Data Centre M & E at Etisalat Nigeria

Etisalat's vision is a world where people's reach is not limited by matter or distance; a world where people will effortlessly stay in touch with family and friends; a world where businesses of all sizes can reach new markets without the limitations of distance and travel.

We are recruiting to fill the below position:

Job Title: Manager, Data Centre M & E

Location: Lagos

Job Summary
Manage all network operations and maintenance activities of the data centre, including capacity monitoring and supervision of all network element installations.

Principal Functions

• Ensure AC power and cooling availability target of 99.8% in Data Centres/MGW sites.
• Ensure DC power and cooling availability target of 100% in Data Centres/MGW sites.
• Ensure strict control and compliance to Data Centers and MGW sites Access procedures.
• Ensure strict compliance of change request execution, oversee all routine andcorrective maintenance for power and cooling systems, spare parts managementand inventory, space management, equipment records and performance data.
• Ensure all operation/implementation activities in the Data Centres are executed in a professional manner and in compliance with the approved change request and access procedures.
• Monitor and control network element capacity utilization and always ensure that utilization level does not exceed industry standard.
• Prepare reports on capacity constraints to the relevant units for possible equipment upgrade.
• Support the network quality assurance team in regular monitoring, tracking and reporting of discrepancies in network elements and reporting same to the relevant stake holders.
• Keep an updated list and layout of all nodes installed in the data centre indicating clearly their details/specifications, near and far end connectivity.
• Ensure all installed equipment in the data centre is maintained in accordance with the outlined maintenance schedules and procedures and keep comprehensive maintenance history of all equipment.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with switch implementation vendors as well as coordinate maintenance activities between the vendors and internal stakeholders in terms of planning, scheduling and database management.
• Ensure compliance with the organization's quality policy on all core network O&M and identify areas where the quality policy needs improvement for escalation to the quality assurance unit for appropriate action.
• Any other duty that will be assigned to you by your line manager

Educational Requirements

• First degree in Engineering or a related field.

Experience, Skills & Competencies

• Six (6) to Eight (8) years work experience with at least three (3) in a supervisory role.
• Electrical andMechanical Systems Maintenance & Repair.
• Network Equipment Installation.
• Accountability.
• Teaming.
• Problem Solving.
• Delegation/Supervisory.
• Passion forExcellence.
• Integrity.
• Empowering people.
• Growing people
• Team work.
• Customer Focus.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online