Hiring - GIS Lead - Senior Manager/ Manager

Job Title: GIS Lead - Senior Manager/ Manager

Planning - GIS Lead (Telecom, Transmission, NOC, OSP)

Location: Ahmedabad

Department: Network Planning EPC Enterprise

Reports To: Planning - Head of Network Planning

Job Overview:

The Planning - GIS Lead is responsible for leading Geographic Information System (GIS) operations for telecom, transmission, NOC, and OSP planning. This role focuses on spatial analysis, mapping, and data management to support network design, optimization, and deployment. The GIS Lead collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and actionable geospatial insights are integrated into decision-making processes and project implementations.

Key Responsibilities:

GIS for Telecom and Transmission Planning:

• Lead the creation and management of GIS-based network maps for transmission systems such as DWDM and IP-MPLS.
• Analyze spatial data to identify optimal routes for fiber deployment and infrastructure placement.
• Support capacity planning and redundancy mapping using advanced GIS tools and methodologies.
• Ensure GIS data is aligned with industry standards and organizational goals.

NOC Integration and Monitoring:

• Design and integrate GIS data layers into NOC systems for real-time monitoring of network performance.
• Develop visual dashboards that provide insights into network health, outages, and incident response.
• Collaborate with the NOC team to ensure geospatial data supports proactive and predictive maintenance.

OSP Planning and Deployment:

• Create detailed GIS models for fiber routes, PoPs, towers, and other OSP components.
• Conduct feasibility studies for RoW (Right of Way) and identify alternative routes to minimize costs and delays.
• Monitor the progress of OSP deployment using GIS-based tracking tools.
• Provide spatial analysis for future expansions and optimization of physical network assets.

Data Management and Quality Assurance:

• Manage GIS databases to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of geospatial data.
• Perform regular audits and updates to reflect changes in network infrastructure.
• Standardize data collection processes to ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.

Team Collaboration and Leadership:

• Guide a team of GIS analysts in delivering accurate and timely geospatial insights.
• Collaborate with engineering, planning, and operations teams to align GIS outputs with project needs.
• Train team members on advanced GIS tools and methodologies to enhance productivity.

Strategic Planning and Innovation:

• Explore emerging GIS technologies and tools to enhance spatial analytics capabilities.
• Develop innovative solutions for integrating GIS with IoT, AI/ML, and big data systems.
• Contribute to strategic discussions on network expansion and optimization using geospatial insights.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency in GIS software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, AutoCAD Map 3D, or equivalent.
• Experience with spatial data analysis, geoprocessing, and network optimization techniques.
• Strong knowledge of telecom and OSP components, including fiber, PoPs, and transmission systems.
• Familiarity with NOC tools and platforms that support GIS integration.
• Understanding of database management systems (DBMS) like PostgreSQL/PostGIS, Oracle Spatial, etc.

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills to interpret complex spatial data.
• Excellent communication skills to present geospatial insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelors/Master’s degree in Geography, GIS, Remote Sensing, or related fields.
• Certifications: ESRI Technical Certification, GISCI GISP, or equivalent are desirable.

Experience:

• 5-10 years of experience in GIS operations, with a focus on telecom, transmission, or OSP planning.
• Proven track record of leading GIS projects in large-scale network deployments.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Accuracy and quality of GIS data for network planning.
• Timely delivery of geospatial insights for project milestones.
• Reduction in deployment costs and delays through optimized route planning.
• Contribution to network performance and uptime via GIS-supported monitoring.

Interested candidate can share there CV on shardul.kathawadia@gtpl.net