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Work History
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Skills
Certification
Interests
Hiking, reading
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Sedie Edith Thebe

Sedie Edith Thebe

NOC Operator
Roodepoort

Summary

Dynamic NOC Operator at Broadband Infraco with proven expertise in network troubleshooting and incident management. Enhanced operational efficiency through proactive issue resolution and effective team collaboration. Committed to continuous improvement, I excel in SLA adherence and documentation, ensuring optimal network performance and exceptional customer service.

Professional with robust experience in network operations and systems monitoring, prepared to deliver impactful results. Strong focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs ensures reliability and efficiency. Skilled in network troubleshooting, systems analysis, and incident management. Known for clear communication, problem-solving abilities, and maintaining high standards in fast-paced environments.

Knowledgeable with solid background in network operations and management. Proven ability to monitor and maintain network systems, ensuring high availability and reliability. Demonstrated strong analytical skills and effective problem-solving abilities.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
6
6
Languages

Work History

NOC Operator

Broadband Infraco
02.2011 - Current
  • Achieved reduced downtime through proactive identification and resolution of Network issues.
  • Actively participated in process improvement initiatives aimed at increasing overall operational efficiency within the NOC environment.
  • Served as an escalation point for complex issues requiring advanced troubleshooting expertise or coordination with multiple departments.
  • Enhanced network efficiency by monitoring and troubleshooting various systems in a 24/7 environment.
  • Monitoring Long distance Network, Analyzing and localizing fault/Fiber break, logging fault with the relevant Party.
  • Assisted in training junior NOC operators ( Interns), sharing knowledge and best practices to enhance team capabilities.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing client concerns / Customer Complaints regarding network performance or availability issues.
  • Streamlined communication with team members for efficient problem-solving and incident management.
  • Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues.
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
  • Analyzed network traffic and performance metrics to optimize system performance.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing client concerns regarding network performance or availability issues.
  • Document all the incident on the Ticketing system and update it regularly.
  • Update external and internal customers of incidents/ faults
  • Update post mortem report for the priority 1 faults/incidents and sent it at the end of the shift.
  • Update shift handover report for faults/incidents and sent it at the end of shift.

TAC-2 Secondment

Broadband Infraco
09.2024 - 08.2025
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.

Network Surveillance Technician

Nokia Siemens Networks
10.2007 - 01.2011


  • Monitor Infraco Long Distance Network (NLD).
  • Monitor DWDM (Metro) Network Previously.
  • Create a Ticket on a ticketing tool within the work flow tool in case of failure and outage in the live. Network (Also coming from Customer site).
  • Escalate Incidents in order to undertake the necessary actions to recover the failure.
  • Responsible for Incident and Ticket until it is resolved.
  • Responsible for doing shift reports and Trouble Tickets routine works.
  • Ensure that the ticket content quality is up to required standard.
  • Ensure that the response time taken for the creation of ticket on receipt of fault is within 15 minutes allocation.
  • Ensure time taken to analyses and initiate technology escalations towards Field Services or Second Level Support (SLM) is within the prescribed 30 minutes allocation.
  • Diagnose and localize faults.
  • Logging faults with relevant party.
  • Further diagnosing fault on FMS Machine.
  • Dispatch a tech to attend to the fault and investigate.

Document all the incidents on ticketing tool and update it regularly.

Create a postmortem report for all the incidents monthly.

IT User Support

Department of Health
06.2007 - 08.2008
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
  • Analyzing systems, Normalizing Data
  • Creating and maintain Database
  • Testing the system
  • Creating off-line Portal (Website)
  • Creating Users on the Network
  • Changing Passwords for users
  • Connecting users to printers (Network/local)
  • Installing Novell Software and maintaining it
  • Correcting / Troubleshooting network problems
  • Building Computers and Installing Operating System
  • Help-desk and logging faults
  • Installing and testing of new and used Equipment
  • Identify/Troubleshoot Computer, printers

Problems



Education

Bachelor of Technology - Engineering Electrical

Unisa
Roodepoort, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Network troubleshooting

Incident management

ITIL processes

Ticketing systems

Network monitoring

SLA adherence

Network configuration

Service level agreements

Network documentation

Teamwork and collaboration

Quick learner

Root-cause analysis

Task prioritization

Reliability

Written communication

Continuous improvement

Certification

OptiXtrans E9600 & OptiX OSN 9800 Advanced O&M

Interests

Hiking, Reading magazine, Watching news, Photography and Baking

Hiking, reading

I enjoy hiking every Sunday Morning to keep fit and refreshed for the weekahead.

I love reading books, especially magazine.

Timeline

OptiXtrans E9600 & OptiX OSN 9800 Advanced O&M

06-2025

CCNP Security

02-2025

OptiXtrans E6600, E9600 and OSN 9800 O&M ] Training - [15 Days]

11-2024

ITIL

11-2024

TAC-2 Secondment

Broadband Infraco
09.2024 - 08.2025

B.Tech: Engineering Electrical

05-2019

NOC Operator

Broadband Infraco
02.2011 - Current

N.Dip: Computer Systems Engineering

04-2009

SDH, WDWM,TCP/IP

10-2008

Network Surveillance Technician

Nokia Siemens Networks
10.2007 - 01.2011

IT User Support

Department of Health
06.2007 - 08.2008

Bachelor of Technology - Engineering Electrical

Unisa
04.2001 -
Sedie Edith ThebeNOC Operator