Tonderai Calvin Murwira
Network Engineer - Datacom
Boksburg
Summary
Dynamic Network Engineer with extensive experience at Huawei Technologies SA, specializing in the integration and expansion of advanced network infrastructures. Proven track record in technical troubleshooting and project management, enhancing network resilience and reducing downtime through proactive monitoring and strategic upgrades. Adept at managing subcontractors and fostering client relationships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Network Engineer - Datacomm
Huawei Technologies SA (Working on MTN Network)
12.2016 - Current
- Installation, commissioning, integration of new network elements onto existing network for both RAN and Core networks including Net Engine 8000X8/X4/M14, CX600 and various ATN versions.
- Network analysis and diagnostic action using modern technologies like IPTool kit on possible risks to ensure robust resilience incase of faults, disaster and emergencies keeping downtime to a minimum.
- Expansion and upgrade of existing links, routers and switches to cater for increasing traffic volumes, new technologies, fast and more secure network infrastructure.
- Deployment of new technologies like SRv6, IPv6, 5G, 5G to B, Segment routing, network splicing to ensure current networks evolves with present and future technologies.
- Network design and testing in the lab prior to deployment onto the production network.
- Meetings with customers and third-part companies.
- Subcontractor management.
Field Maintenance Engineer
Capacity Outsourcing (Working on MTN Network)
11.2011 - 12.2016
- Proactively attending to service affecting faults on RAN, Microwave links, Datacom routers, Fiber breaks and vandalism of outdoor sites to ensure quick services restoration.
- Reduced downtime through proactive monitoring of equipment health, enabling early detection of potential failures.
- Keeping spares inventory for all equipment types in the network to ensure FME's don't run out of spares.
- Consistently met project deadlines by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks according to urgency levels.
- Faults and maintenance record keeping.
Education
BTech Electrical Engineering - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
UNISA (University of South Africa)
Roodepoort, South Africa 04.2001 -
National Diploma in Telecommunication Technology - Telecommunication - Transmission Systems
TelOne Center For Learning
Harare, Zimbabwe 04.2001 -
National Certificate in Telecomm Technology - Telecommunications
TelOne Center For Learning
Harare, Zimbabwe 04.2001 -
Advanced Level - Cambridge Examinations -
Waddilove High School
Mashonaland East, Zimbabwe 04.2001 -
Ordinary Level - Cambridge Exams - Secondary School
Kwenda Mission
Mashonaland East, Zimbabwe 04.2001 -
Skills
Technical troubleshooting
Network configuration
Network troubleshooting
Access control
Project management
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Network Engineer - Datacomm
Huawei Technologies SA (Working on MTN Network)
12.2016 - Current
Field Maintenance Engineer
Capacity Outsourcing (Working on MTN Network)
11.2011 - 12.2016
BTech Electrical Engineering - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
UNISA (University of South Africa)
04.2001 -
National Diploma in Telecommunication Technology - Telecommunication - Transmission Systems
TelOne Center For Learning
04.2001 -
National Certificate in Telecomm Technology - Telecommunications
TelOne Center For Learning
04.2001 -
Advanced Level - Cambridge Examinations -
Waddilove High School
04.2001 -
Ordinary Level - Cambridge Exams - Secondary School
Kwenda Mission
04.2001 -