Adrian Z Ruwodo, MIET
Technical Manager at Grey Circle Mega Trade- Claim this Profile
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Tawanda Banditi
If you're ready to take your business and processes to higher levels and sustain continuous growth and improvement, then you must work with Adrian. I had the pleasure of working closely with him on a challenging project. His exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail were instrumental in its success. I highly recommend Adrian for his dedication, professionalism, and ability to deliver.
Tammy Goslett
Adrian is one of the most amazing colleagues I've had the privilege of working with. Coming from a telecommunications background, the patience Adrian displayed in teaching his new team mates about events on the field, was nothing short of astounding. His willingness to go the extra mile to finish his work and assist his teammates whenever they struggled or there was some pressure, was always appreciated.
Eliot Mutoriti
I recommend Adrian as the perfect candidate for jobs to do with telecoms, be it mobile or Fixed networks
Tawanda Banditi
If you're ready to take your business and processes to higher levels and sustain continuous growth and improvement, then you must work with Adrian. I had the pleasure of working closely with him on a challenging project. His exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail were instrumental in its success. I highly recommend Adrian for his dedication, professionalism, and ability to deliver.
Tammy Goslett
Adrian is one of the most amazing colleagues I've had the privilege of working with. Coming from a telecommunications background, the patience Adrian displayed in teaching his new team mates about events on the field, was nothing short of astounding. His willingness to go the extra mile to finish his work and assist his teammates whenever they struggled or there was some pressure, was always appreciated.
Eliot Mutoriti
I recommend Adrian as the perfect candidate for jobs to do with telecoms, be it mobile or Fixed networks
Tawanda Banditi
If you're ready to take your business and processes to higher levels and sustain continuous growth and improvement, then you must work with Adrian. I had the pleasure of working closely with him on a challenging project. His exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail were instrumental in its success. I highly recommend Adrian for his dedication, professionalism, and ability to deliver.
Tammy Goslett
Adrian is one of the most amazing colleagues I've had the privilege of working with. Coming from a telecommunications background, the patience Adrian displayed in teaching his new team mates about events on the field, was nothing short of astounding. His willingness to go the extra mile to finish his work and assist his teammates whenever they struggled or there was some pressure, was always appreciated.
Eliot Mutoriti
I recommend Adrian as the perfect candidate for jobs to do with telecoms, be it mobile or Fixed networks
Tawanda Banditi
If you're ready to take your business and processes to higher levels and sustain continuous growth and improvement, then you must work with Adrian. I had the pleasure of working closely with him on a challenging project. His exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail were instrumental in its success. I highly recommend Adrian for his dedication, professionalism, and ability to deliver.
Tammy Goslett
Adrian is one of the most amazing colleagues I've had the privilege of working with. Coming from a telecommunications background, the patience Adrian displayed in teaching his new team mates about events on the field, was nothing short of astounding. His willingness to go the extra mile to finish his work and assist his teammates whenever they struggled or there was some pressure, was always appreciated.
Eliot Mutoriti
I recommend Adrian as the perfect candidate for jobs to do with telecoms, be it mobile or Fixed networks
Credentials
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Advanced Diploma in Geographic Information Systems
Alison - Empower YourselfNov, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Diploma in Fiber Optics Communication Technology
Alison - Empower YourselfNov, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Advanced Diploma in Cloud Computing for Amazon Web Services
Alison - Empower YourselfJan, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Diploma in Operations Management (Ops)
Alison - Empower YourselfJan, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Diploma in Strategic Management
Alison - Empower YourselfJan, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Diploma in Strategic Performance Management
Alison - Empower YourselfJan, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Introduction to Corporate IT Strategy and Business Frameworks
Alison - Empower YourselfJan, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
PRINCE2® Project Management - Practitioner
Alison - Empower YourselfJan, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Wireshark: Packet Analysis and Ethical Hacking: Core Skills
UdemyOct, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Certified Network Security Specialist (CNSS)
ICSI (International CyberSecurity Institute), UKSep, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Cybersecurity Essentials
CiscoSep, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Introduction to Cybersecurity
CiscoSep, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Introduction to IoT
CiscoSep, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
The Basics of Cyber Security 2020
UdemySep, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
5G Overview - Mobile Communication Evolution
HuaweiAug, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
HCIA - 5G
HuaweiAug, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
Management & Strategy InstituteAug, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Project Management Essentials Certified
Management & Strategy InstituteAug, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC)
CertiProfAug, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise (CCNP Enterprise)
CiscoSep, 2023- Sep, 2024 -
Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation
CiscoSep, 2023- Sep, 2024 -
Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core
CiscoAug, 2023- Sep, 2024 -
Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA Routing and Switching)
CiscoDec, 2019- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Grey Circle Mega Trade
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Telecommunications
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1 - 100 Employee
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Technical Manager
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Apr 2023 - Present
• Overseeing all technical operations and business development activities across multiple departments namely, the IP Planning; Fleet & Logistics; Finance & Administration; SHEQ; Civils & HDD, as well as Maintenance & Link Builds (On a retainer at Britelink MCT). • Managing the OPEX/ CAPEX related to network engineering activities, ensuring cost-effective solutions for FTTH, FTTP, FTTX and/or Long-Haul Fiber deployment projects. • Leadership in Fiber Network construction, program… Show more • Overseeing all technical operations and business development activities across multiple departments namely, the IP Planning; Fleet & Logistics; Finance & Administration; SHEQ; Civils & HDD, as well as Maintenance & Link Builds (On a retainer at Britelink MCT). • Managing the OPEX/ CAPEX related to network engineering activities, ensuring cost-effective solutions for FTTH, FTTP, FTTX and/or Long-Haul Fiber deployment projects. • Leadership in Fiber Network construction, program management, fiber optic splicing, test results reviewing, risk mitigation and reporting status reviews to internal and external clients. • Responsible for Site Senior Management understanding and implementation of all technical policies, procedures, and standards. • Conducting continuous auditing of existing and new optical network sites to ensure legislation compliance, KPI success and client expectations are met as per SLAs. Show less • Overseeing all technical operations and business development activities across multiple departments namely, the IP Planning; Fleet & Logistics; Finance & Administration; SHEQ; Civils & HDD, as well as Maintenance & Link Builds (On a retainer at Britelink MCT). • Managing the OPEX/ CAPEX related to network engineering activities, ensuring cost-effective solutions for FTTH, FTTP, FTTX and/or Long-Haul Fiber deployment projects. • Leadership in Fiber Network construction, program… Show more • Overseeing all technical operations and business development activities across multiple departments namely, the IP Planning; Fleet & Logistics; Finance & Administration; SHEQ; Civils & HDD, as well as Maintenance & Link Builds (On a retainer at Britelink MCT). • Managing the OPEX/ CAPEX related to network engineering activities, ensuring cost-effective solutions for FTTH, FTTP, FTTX and/or Long-Haul Fiber deployment projects. • Leadership in Fiber Network construction, program management, fiber optic splicing, test results reviewing, risk mitigation and reporting status reviews to internal and external clients. • Responsible for Site Senior Management understanding and implementation of all technical policies, procedures, and standards. • Conducting continuous auditing of existing and new optical network sites to ensure legislation compliance, KPI success and client expectations are met as per SLAs. Show less
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Efficiency Back Office Services (Pty) Ltd
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Administrator
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May 2022 - Apr 2023
• Remotely added value to the UK - Fiber Broadband deployment (OTN/ DWDM/ FTTX), reporting directly to the company Director; simultaneously worked with the HODs in Barcelona and in the UK on the OTN. • Audited fiber deployment builds with a high attention to detail on GIS system (APX) as per engineering principles. • Carried out Quality Assurance Management on the GIS system as well as control sheets - Microsoft Excel. • BT and Openreach PIA (Physical Infrastructure Access) portal;… Show more • Remotely added value to the UK - Fiber Broadband deployment (OTN/ DWDM/ FTTX), reporting directly to the company Director; simultaneously worked with the HODs in Barcelona and in the UK on the OTN. • Audited fiber deployment builds with a high attention to detail on GIS system (APX) as per engineering principles. • Carried out Quality Assurance Management on the GIS system as well as control sheets - Microsoft Excel. • BT and Openreach PIA (Physical Infrastructure Access) portal; raising and editing NOI’s (Notice of Intent). • Reviewed A55 reports and Network Adjustments for duct blockages and defective poles. • Remotely reviewed and assessed client FTTH/ FTTX/ FTTP build elements as per SLAs. • Actively facilitated training sessions for new team members in reference to approved engineering principles. Show less • Remotely added value to the UK - Fiber Broadband deployment (OTN/ DWDM/ FTTX), reporting directly to the company Director; simultaneously worked with the HODs in Barcelona and in the UK on the OTN. • Audited fiber deployment builds with a high attention to detail on GIS system (APX) as per engineering principles. • Carried out Quality Assurance Management on the GIS system as well as control sheets - Microsoft Excel. • BT and Openreach PIA (Physical Infrastructure Access) portal;… Show more • Remotely added value to the UK - Fiber Broadband deployment (OTN/ DWDM/ FTTX), reporting directly to the company Director; simultaneously worked with the HODs in Barcelona and in the UK on the OTN. • Audited fiber deployment builds with a high attention to detail on GIS system (APX) as per engineering principles. • Carried out Quality Assurance Management on the GIS system as well as control sheets - Microsoft Excel. • BT and Openreach PIA (Physical Infrastructure Access) portal; raising and editing NOI’s (Notice of Intent). • Reviewed A55 reports and Network Adjustments for duct blockages and defective poles. • Remotely reviewed and assessed client FTTH/ FTTX/ FTTP build elements as per SLAs. • Actively facilitated training sessions for new team members in reference to approved engineering principles. Show less
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Glocorp (PTY) LTD
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South Africa
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Telecommunications
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1 - 100 Employee
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Network Engineer
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Apr 2021 - Apr 2022
• Was responsible for the operation and development of network infrastructure including, but not limited to routing & switching, wireless, firewalls, traffic management protocols; TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VoIP, LAN, WAN, WLAN, BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, GLBP, VRRP, MPLS (L2VPN/ L3VPN), DMVPN, QoS, IS-IS, ACL, IPSec, NAT, NTP,SNMP, RIP, STP, PVSTP,SPAN,VTP, IP SLA, NETFLOW, SD-WAN, TACACS, AAA, IPoE, PPPoE, and RADIUS. • Commissioned, migrated, integrated, and upgraded 2G, 3G, 4G/LTE and 5G (IPRAN) sites;… Show more • Was responsible for the operation and development of network infrastructure including, but not limited to routing & switching, wireless, firewalls, traffic management protocols; TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VoIP, LAN, WAN, WLAN, BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, GLBP, VRRP, MPLS (L2VPN/ L3VPN), DMVPN, QoS, IS-IS, ACL, IPSec, NAT, NTP,SNMP, RIP, STP, PVSTP,SPAN,VTP, IP SLA, NETFLOW, SD-WAN, TACACS, AAA, IPoE, PPPoE, and RADIUS. • Commissioned, migrated, integrated, and upgraded 2G, 3G, 4G/LTE and 5G (IPRAN) sites; VLAN configurations in collaboration with Huawei and Vodacom logical and physical teams. • Produced and reviewed network diagrams (LLD & HLD); performed integration and faulty Cisco hardware replacement on LAN, Data Center, and Core Network for network resilience. • Provided back-office network support (remote) for our branch offices in the United Kingdom and Germany. Show less • Was responsible for the operation and development of network infrastructure including, but not limited to routing & switching, wireless, firewalls, traffic management protocols; TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VoIP, LAN, WAN, WLAN, BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, GLBP, VRRP, MPLS (L2VPN/ L3VPN), DMVPN, QoS, IS-IS, ACL, IPSec, NAT, NTP,SNMP, RIP, STP, PVSTP,SPAN,VTP, IP SLA, NETFLOW, SD-WAN, TACACS, AAA, IPoE, PPPoE, and RADIUS. • Commissioned, migrated, integrated, and upgraded 2G, 3G, 4G/LTE and 5G (IPRAN) sites;… Show more • Was responsible for the operation and development of network infrastructure including, but not limited to routing & switching, wireless, firewalls, traffic management protocols; TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VoIP, LAN, WAN, WLAN, BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, GLBP, VRRP, MPLS (L2VPN/ L3VPN), DMVPN, QoS, IS-IS, ACL, IPSec, NAT, NTP,SNMP, RIP, STP, PVSTP,SPAN,VTP, IP SLA, NETFLOW, SD-WAN, TACACS, AAA, IPoE, PPPoE, and RADIUS. • Commissioned, migrated, integrated, and upgraded 2G, 3G, 4G/LTE and 5G (IPRAN) sites; VLAN configurations in collaboration with Huawei and Vodacom logical and physical teams. • Produced and reviewed network diagrams (LLD & HLD); performed integration and faulty Cisco hardware replacement on LAN, Data Center, and Core Network for network resilience. • Provided back-office network support (remote) for our branch offices in the United Kingdom and Germany. Show less
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Epmatech Engineers
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Zimbabwe
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Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
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Project Manager
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Jan 2018 - Mar 2021
• Managed more than 80% of the company’s CAPEX and OPEX delivery across two key technical departments (Operations & IP Planning), supported the control of both financial and non-financial targets. • Successfully chaired above 90% of the site and technical meetings; integrated risk management, multi-stakeholder communication and effectively delivered customer projects (E2E project planning, controlling, and monitoring) in adherence to all Service Level Agreements (SLAs). • Successfully… Show more • Managed more than 80% of the company’s CAPEX and OPEX delivery across two key technical departments (Operations & IP Planning), supported the control of both financial and non-financial targets. • Successfully chaired above 90% of the site and technical meetings; integrated risk management, multi-stakeholder communication and effectively delivered customer projects (E2E project planning, controlling, and monitoring) in adherence to all Service Level Agreements (SLAs). • Successfully established Project Target Agreements (PTAs), time, cost, quality optimization, resource, and people management for Fiber Long Haul (OTN/DWDM/Metro) and IP/MPLS deployment projects. • Spearheaded the on-boarding processes with new clients namely, Liquid Telecoms and Econet Wireless Zimbabwe for MPLS, GPON, LTE (APs), WLAN installation projects. • Managed and maintained core routing and switching infrastructure. Show less • Managed more than 80% of the company’s CAPEX and OPEX delivery across two key technical departments (Operations & IP Planning), supported the control of both financial and non-financial targets. • Successfully chaired above 90% of the site and technical meetings; integrated risk management, multi-stakeholder communication and effectively delivered customer projects (E2E project planning, controlling, and monitoring) in adherence to all Service Level Agreements (SLAs). • Successfully… Show more • Managed more than 80% of the company’s CAPEX and OPEX delivery across two key technical departments (Operations & IP Planning), supported the control of both financial and non-financial targets. • Successfully chaired above 90% of the site and technical meetings; integrated risk management, multi-stakeholder communication and effectively delivered customer projects (E2E project planning, controlling, and monitoring) in adherence to all Service Level Agreements (SLAs). • Successfully established Project Target Agreements (PTAs), time, cost, quality optimization, resource, and people management for Fiber Long Haul (OTN/DWDM/Metro) and IP/MPLS deployment projects. • Spearheaded the on-boarding processes with new clients namely, Liquid Telecoms and Econet Wireless Zimbabwe for MPLS, GPON, LTE (APs), WLAN installation projects. • Managed and maintained core routing and switching infrastructure. Show less
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NetOne Cellular Private Limited
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Zimbabwe
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Telecommunications
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400 - 500 Employee
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Network Operations Center Engineer [NOC]
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Jun 2014 - Jun 2017
• Participated in the establishment of a maintenance center, Karoi/ Chinhoyi/ Kariba/ Chirundu, comprising 2G, 3G and 4G sites with a mandate to commission and maintain (corrective and preventive) of GSM, UMTS and LTE (Radio Access Network) systems for provision of Quality of Service (QoS) to customers. • Sustained a 99% network availability threshold through preventive and corrective maintenance despite teething resource challenges; helped transform the center into the best performing zone… Show more • Participated in the establishment of a maintenance center, Karoi/ Chinhoyi/ Kariba/ Chirundu, comprising 2G, 3G and 4G sites with a mandate to commission and maintain (corrective and preventive) of GSM, UMTS and LTE (Radio Access Network) systems for provision of Quality of Service (QoS) to customers. • Sustained a 99% network availability threshold through preventive and corrective maintenance despite teething resource challenges; helped transform the center into the best performing zone with revenues exceeding $4.5millionUS monthly. • Was actively involved in the commissioning of the new Huawei U2000 (Linux) NOC interface, and diligently handled, logged, and broadcast faults as well as aggregated daily traffic statistics occurring on various GSM nodes, Nokia Siemens Networks (NSN), Motorola-(CDMA, EDGE, GPRS), Huawei 2G & 3G, Optix I ManagerT2000 for reports. • Took part in IP Core Network Routing & Switching: EIGRP, IGRP, RIP, RIP2, OSPF, EGP, BGP, VPN, VLAN, HSRP, STP, VTP, DHCP, DNS, PPP, ICMP, NAT, and QoS at the Harare Main Mobile Network Exchange. • Experienced in end-to-end network frame and packet forwarding principles including unicast, broadcast, multicast, ARP, IPSec, IPIP, GRE. • Good understanding and experience of ISP subscriber technologies including IPoE, PPPoE, L2TP, MPLS: (IS-IS, L2VPN, L3VPN) and RADIUS. Show less • Participated in the establishment of a maintenance center, Karoi/ Chinhoyi/ Kariba/ Chirundu, comprising 2G, 3G and 4G sites with a mandate to commission and maintain (corrective and preventive) of GSM, UMTS and LTE (Radio Access Network) systems for provision of Quality of Service (QoS) to customers. • Sustained a 99% network availability threshold through preventive and corrective maintenance despite teething resource challenges; helped transform the center into the best performing zone… Show more • Participated in the establishment of a maintenance center, Karoi/ Chinhoyi/ Kariba/ Chirundu, comprising 2G, 3G and 4G sites with a mandate to commission and maintain (corrective and preventive) of GSM, UMTS and LTE (Radio Access Network) systems for provision of Quality of Service (QoS) to customers. • Sustained a 99% network availability threshold through preventive and corrective maintenance despite teething resource challenges; helped transform the center into the best performing zone with revenues exceeding $4.5millionUS monthly. • Was actively involved in the commissioning of the new Huawei U2000 (Linux) NOC interface, and diligently handled, logged, and broadcast faults as well as aggregated daily traffic statistics occurring on various GSM nodes, Nokia Siemens Networks (NSN), Motorola-(CDMA, EDGE, GPRS), Huawei 2G & 3G, Optix I ManagerT2000 for reports. • Took part in IP Core Network Routing & Switching: EIGRP, IGRP, RIP, RIP2, OSPF, EGP, BGP, VPN, VLAN, HSRP, STP, VTP, DHCP, DNS, PPP, ICMP, NAT, and QoS at the Harare Main Mobile Network Exchange. • Experienced in end-to-end network frame and packet forwarding principles including unicast, broadcast, multicast, ARP, IPSec, IPIP, GRE. • Good understanding and experience of ISP subscriber technologies including IPoE, PPPoE, L2TP, MPLS: (IS-IS, L2VPN, L3VPN) and RADIUS. Show less
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Installation Assistant
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Oct 2012 - Dec 2013
• Was active in the NetOne - Huawei MBB Project; 2G, 3G, 4G (LTE) installation and commissioning in five key Provinces around Zimbabwe for an overall Network Coverage of +85% target. • I was part of the team that successfully installed and commissioned +24 Mobile Base station sites (4G/LTE) for the United Nations World Tourism Organization [UNWTO] - 2013 held in Victoria Falls. • Conducted Data Center cable installations and recoveries at the Main Exchange on Huawei equipment. • Was active in the NetOne - Huawei MBB Project; 2G, 3G, 4G (LTE) installation and commissioning in five key Provinces around Zimbabwe for an overall Network Coverage of +85% target. • I was part of the team that successfully installed and commissioned +24 Mobile Base station sites (4G/LTE) for the United Nations World Tourism Organization [UNWTO] - 2013 held in Victoria Falls. • Conducted Data Center cable installations and recoveries at the Main Exchange on Huawei equipment.
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Education
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2015 - 2018
Midlands State University
BSc Hon Telecommunications, Telecommunications Engineering
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