What you'll doThe Network Engineer Specialist focuses upon planning, designing and optimising the network and driving effectiveness and efficiency through harmonisation and standardisation.The Network Engineer Specialist has a good understanding of established concepts and procedures in delivery of Network Engineering activities in response to business needs and in alignment with the Vodafone Strategy.Typically reports to the Network Engineering Manager.Who you are* Advices and executes administrative activities of Network transformation decisions related to the planning, deployment and optimization of Networks and service enablers;* Supports the team to deliver activities related, but not limited to the development and assessment of Network systems / services and optimisation in line with the principles, standards and designs;* Delivers assigned tasks for projects, within the roadmap, taking into account the directional guidance of the strategic (1 -3 year) plan, managing risks, escalations and exceptions, and complex interfaces;* Maintains solid relations and works closely with suppliers, Technology vendors and internal functions;* Demonstrates a good understanding of elements across the Network landscape, and supports with projects form a Network perspective that improve network integration effectiveness;* Effectively interacts with colleagues across the Network landscape, instigating and leading projects form a Network perspective that improve Network integration effectiveness;* Has a good understanding of the needs to support the design, planning, deployment and optimization challenges across the Network Development and Engineering area;* Performs other job-related duties or tasks defined by the supervisor or resulting from assigned agendas.Not a perfect fit?Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.What's in it for youWe want you to feel happy and fulfilled at work, without compromising the other things in life that matter to you. There are lots of ways we support this, including hybrid working and generous parental leave. You'll also get four Spirit Days a year to focus on your personal development and wellbeing, plus a host of other great benefits too.Who we areYou may have already heard of Vodafone - We're a leading Telecommunications company in Europe and Africa. But what you might not know is that we are continuously investing in new technologies to improve the lives of millions of customers, businesses and people around the world, creating a better future for everyone.As part of our global family, whether that's Vodafone, Vodacom or _VOIS, you'll feel a sense of pride and purpose as you contribute to our culture of innovation. We pursue equality of opportunity and inclusion for all candidates through our employment policies and practices. We recognise and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workspace and we do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social, or marital status.Together we can.
