Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Knowledge
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Richard Fibassou

Garoua

Summary

An accomplished professional with a solid background in Radio Access Network maintenance. With over 19 years of experience, offer outstanding team leadership, teamwork management, conflict management, power management, and project management skills. Exceptionally organized and disciplined; possess interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and direct others in a productive team environment. Administration skills; coordinate with management, cross-functional teams, departments, and partners in daily tasks and functions. Generate and maintain records and reports, secure equipment and supplies, and comply with all administrative policies and procedures.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Telecommunications Specialist

Proxycom SAS
01.2023 - 06.2024

Responsibilities include administrative work managing the daily operations of the Radio Communications Division. Plans priorities, assigns, reviews, coordinates and manages the day-to-day activities of the Radio Communications department including responsibility for the operation and effective functioning of the radio system

♦ Managed and supervised telecommunications systems, providing expert technical advice to ensure smooth operations, enabling the organization to meet its communication needs effectively.

♦ Monitored and tested systems and peripheral equipment, effectively troubleshooting issues to maintain optimal performance and minimize downtime, ensuring reliable service delivery.

♦ Identified users' needs and requirements by receiving feedback, and mobilizing existing technology to meet their criteria, enhancing user satisfaction and operational efficiency.

♦ Developed, maintained, and improved IT infrastructure, coordinating telecommunications activities to enhance system capabilities and support business growth and technological advancements.

♦ Evaluated system performance levels through regular assessments, implementing improvements as necessary to ensure efficient operations and the continuous enhancement of system capabilities.

♦ Conducted site pre-inspections and post-installation audits, ensuring compliance with specifications and industry standards, and providing detailed reports on installation quality and adherence.

♦ Documented plans, requests, activities, and specifications, providing detailed reports to inform decision-making and ensuring accurate and up-to-date records for future reference.

♦ Adhered to industry standards and best practices, ensuring high-quality and reliable telecommunications services, and fostering a culture of excellence within the organization.

Field Services Operations Engineer

Ericsson
12.2015 - 11.2022

♦ Coordinated corrective and preventive maintenance to ensure continuous service availability and adherence to SLA performance levels, maintaining the integrity and reliability of our systems.

♦ Managed maintenance schedules for various IT and telecommunications systems, including radio access, transmission networks, TCP/IP networks, VSAT systems, IP routers, and switches, ensuring seamless operations.

♦ Oversaw site facility management, including physical site access and information management, ensuring efficient operations and compliance with organizational standards.

♦ Ensured efficient spare parts handling, optimizing resource use and reducing downtime, contributing to the overall efficiency of our maintenance operations.

♦ Supported customers in restoring service for complex faults, projects, and change delivery activities as needed, providing expert technical guidance and solutions.

♦ Maintained productive relationships with stakeholders, fostering collaboration and efficient network operations, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.

♦ Prepared and maintained technical reports and documentation, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records, and facilitating informed decision-making.

♦ Provided guidance, training, and supervision to junior colleagues, promoting professional development and knowledge sharing, and contributing to the growth of our technical team.

Transmission Technician

Orange
08.2007 - 12.2015

♦ Conducted corrective and preventive maintenance on a multi-technology network, including 2G/3G/4G, transmission, VSAT, IP, and optic fiber networks, ensuring continuous and reliable service.

♦ Configured, tested, and commissioned new telecommunications systems and equipment before network integration, ensuring seamless and efficient system deployment.

♦ Supervised third-party on-site activities, ensuring compliance with network standards and requirements, and maintaining the integrity of our telecommunications infrastructure.

♦ Provided acceptance reports and documentation on system and technical characteristics, facilitating informed decision-making and ensuring transparency in operations.

♦ Assisted with telecommunications equipment inventory and efficient spare parts management, ensuring resource availability and optimizing inventory control.

♦ Ensured performance targets were met by monitoring and analyzing network performance, delivering activity reports to stakeholders, and implementing necessary improvements.

♦ Supported the configuration and commissioning of new systems, ensuring seamless integration into existing networks and enhancing overall network performance.

♦ Maintained up-to-date technical documentation, providing detailed reports on maintenance activities and network performance, supporting continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Assistant Network Engineer

Resytal SA
11.2004 - 08.2007

♦ Executed installations, maintenance, and operations of satellite communication systems, including VSAT antennas, satellite modems, and transceivers, ensuring reliable satellite connectivity.

♦ Installed and maintained HF/VHF radio communication systems for clients, delivering reliable radio communication solutions.

♦ Implemented Symantec security solutions such as Firewalls, Enterprise Antivirus, Web and Mail Security, and Disaster Recovery systems, enhancing client security.

♦ Deployed videoconferencing, VoIP, and VPN solutions, facilitating advanced communication methods for clients.

♦ Provided technical support for service issues, ensuring timely resolution and high customer satisfaction.

♦ Assisted in designing and implementing LAN/WLAN/VLAN networks, contributing to robust network infrastructures.

♦ Installed and configured new equipment, including routers, printers, switches, servers, and Wi-Fi APs, integrating them seamlessly into existing networks.

♦ Generated detailed reports on corrective maintenance, site surveys, and preventive maintenance activities, ensuring thorough documentation.

♦ Managed spare parts efficiently, ensuring availability and optimizing maintenance operations.

Education

Diploma - Computer Networking And Telecommunications

NASPT
Yaounde, Cameroon
2003

HND - Electrical Engineering

University of Dschang
Bandjoun, Cameroon
2002

High School Diploma - Electrical Engineering

Government Technical High School
Garoua, Cameroon
1999

Skills

  • Communication and presentation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Process improvement and implementation
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team leadership
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Project management
  • Staff development
  • Client assessment and analysis
  • Self-motivated
  • Operations Management
  • Health and safety
  • Technical report writing
  • PC applications
  • Radio Frequency
  • GSM, 3G, LTE, and 5G knowledge
  • RAN operations
  • Six Sigma

Knowledge

IT: Network technology and security principles, IP routing and switching, Network monitoring tools, Internet technologies, Videoconferencing and VoIP systems, Test equipment, MS Windows OS, Linux OS, MS office 365, MS Visio, MS Project, Java, CSS HTML, SQL, VMware, V-Sphere

Telecommunications: 2G/3G/4G technology, RAN equipment, PDH/SDH transmission equipment, Antenna systems, Satellite communication systems, Optic fiber transmission systems, Network monitoring tools, HF/VHF radio systems, PABX systems.

Electrical Engineering: Electrical systems and protection, Power electronics, Power systems, solar energy systems, Generators, Electronics, PLCs, OT.

Certification

  • PRINCE2® 7 - Project Management
  • ITIL4® - IT Service Management
  • Lean Six Sigma White Belt
  • PSPO™I - Professional Scrum Product Owner
  • PSM™I - Professional Scrum Master
  • Executive Diploma in Data Analytics
  • Diploma in Cybersecurity
  • Mini MBA
  • Operations Management
  • CCNA 1&2

Languages

English
Upper intermediate (B2)
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Telecommunications Specialist

Proxycom SAS
01.2023 - 06.2024

Field Services Operations Engineer

Ericsson
12.2015 - 11.2022

Transmission Technician

Orange
08.2007 - 12.2015

Assistant Network Engineer

Resytal SA
11.2004 - 08.2007

Diploma - Computer Networking And Telecommunications

NASPT

HND - Electrical Engineering

University of Dschang

High School Diploma - Electrical Engineering

Government Technical High School
Richard Fibassou