Manager Core Transport Planning

Last Date to Apply: 19th August, 2025

Employment Type: This is a full-time position.

Grade: This is a grade 3 position.

Location: This role is based in Islamabad, Pakistan. (Hybrid)

About the role:

Transport Network Planning is one of the most important and strategic function of the Technology division. This team plays an important role in planning, designing and optimization of DWDM, IP RAN, Microwave, Fiber Optics, Tower Fiberization and synchronization network which is the backbone to carry 2G,3G,4G and enterprise services across Pakistan.

Your Impactful Goals will include:

• Planning and designing of Telenor Pakistan's active & passive Core Transport Network.
• Core Transport Network upgradation and optimization with leading governance on project delivery
• Strong coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Effective vendor management.

Your Typical day at work
 

• Designing and planning Optical Transport Network both for active and passive part
• Optical Transport Network evolution planning and roadmap preparation inline with the network growth and demand
• Transport Network optimization for resilience improvement, efficient use of deployed assets and reduction of energy cost
• Define and measure system performance metrics, perform capacity planning, failure detection and plan mitigation.
• Evaluation and trial of new hardware and software features supported by next generation transport technologies in collaboration with OEMs.
• Preparation of RFP and tenders for Transport Network domain including Packet Transport, DWDM, Synchronization and FTTx.
• Prepare Core Transport Network investment (CAPEX, OPEX and CoGS)  forecasting and budgeting
• Manage financial control for Transport Network Planning including invoices verification, purchase requisition / purchase order issuance and contracts management
• Lead governance for Transpot Network Project's execution
• Financial evaluation of routine & business critical projects
• Explore software tools and automation frameworks to analyze, plan and troubleshoot optical networks and supporting systems.

What we are looking for?

Education: Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunications

Work experience: years of hands-on experience with Core Transport Network Planning, Designing & Optimization in multi-vendor environment. 

Potential Career Path:

Opportunities to grow laterally and vertically in the domain

Functional Skills / Knowledge Areas:

• Proficient in Optical Networks (OSP & ISP), IP-RAN, DWDM, OTN, WASON, and FTTx
• Strong background in network synchronization
• Experience with transport network functions and database automation
• Solid understanding of 2G/3G/4G architecture
• Skilled in GIS tools (e.g., Google Earth, MapInfo)
• Competence with Power BI, data analytics, and automation tools

Why should you join us at Telenor?

At Telenor Pakistan, we're more than just a workplace-we're a community where learning and growth are at the core of everything we do. We provide a platform that nurtures your professional and personal development, empowering you to excel in your chosen field and realize your potential in a dynamic, collaborative environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity, fostering an open and flexible environment where new ideas are welcomed.

As a learning organization, we value curiosity and innovation, encouraging hands-on experiences and continuous growth. Our culture, built on Telenor's four guiding behaviors, sets us apart:

• Always Explore:    We believe growth is achieved through daily learning. We encourage you to challenge norms, embrace curiosity, experiment, and learn from every step.
• Create Together:  We know that diverse teams yield the best solutions. By bringing together varied perspectives, we support, share, and help each other succeed.
• Keep Promises:    Trust is essential to all relationships. We take ownership and pride in delivering with accuracy and integrity.
• Be Respectful:      We prioritize empathy and respect, meeting everyone at eye level, listening intently, and showing care.

Join us to be mentored, empowered, and inspired and become part of a team that positively impacts over 40 million lives every day