Dirk Lourens (CPM)

Experience

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  Siemens Telecommunications

  Jan 1995 - Jan 1998

  Mobile Systems Engineer

  Provided high level core network mobile systems on site support for various telecommunication networks in Africa – (South Africa – Vodacom, Zimbabwe - NetOne, Zambia - Celtel, Malawi - Celtel, Uganda Celtel, Congo B - Celtel, Burkina Faso – Celtel)Key Deliverables and Achievements:Provided effective mobile system support for Mobile Core Network Hardware and Software, which includes database creation, Network element integration, SW updates, perform Core Network upgrades on site and integrate third party suppliers such as SMS, VAS, Voicemail, Pre-paid platforms, national and international Interconnect, local mobile networks. Show less

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  Zain

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2010

  Head of Core and TRM planning

  Accountable for planning, organizing and managing large and complex Network dimensioning and ensuring that projects resulting from these plans are fulfilled by the Vendor /supplier as per contractual commitments of the delivered network elementsAlso was accountable for the project execution of the Program Rollout on a yearly basis of the excess of 150M USD.Managing Core and Transmission Planning team to evaluate the network for network dimensioning with projected traffic/subscriber growth which lead to a detailed final core plan (Core network Elements - CN-HLR/AUC, MSS, MGw, MPBN, BSC, RAN, RNC, SGSN, GGSN, CCN/SCP, IN, SDP, VAS network elements) and (Transmission Elements – PDH, SDH, Fibre Optics, VSAT)Key Deliverables and Achievements:• He has successfully completed the Core and Transmission Network Rollout on a yearly basis of the excess of 150M USD to complement the RAN rollout strategy.• Developed a core network planning tool which uses market forecast data to determine Capex needs to ensure business network continuity and future growth resulting in major Capex savings to the company• Assisted in the careful planning and strategic design which contributed to the acquiring of 6 Million subscribers, making the company the market leader in Tanzania• He has also succeeded by reducing the 2009 network Capex Budget by 60 million USD by applying new forecast guidelines.Telecommunications Consultant Recommendation:I have had the pleasure of working with Dirk when he formed an integral part of my team for 4 years. His analytical, professional approach to work together with his commitment were commendable traits that need to be highlighted. He always displayed a sense of honesty and sincerity during the time that we had worked together. Show less

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  Nokia Siemens Networks Australia

  Oct 2010 - Feb 2012

  Consulting as Core Project manager

  He has successfully completed various Core Network Projects (CS, DNG, PS and FW) Domains in the NSN PGO function and the Core Consolidation Project Office. In NSN as a Core Network Project Manager lead he managed the project/subproject organization in order to get the project initiation, preparation, execution and closing done according to NSN project processes-(ORCA).Key Deliverables and Achievements:• Various Core Projects (CS, DNG, PS, FW) Domains• Successful Completed the MSS GCD10 Software and ESB upgrade for all VHA sites and various Media Gateway hardware upgrades. • I was also engaged with the Model MSS and Disaster Recovery plan for Perth and Adelaide where the Media Gate Way cabinets will be each expanded with Cabinet C and the Capacity expansion plan for 2012 Show less

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  Optus

  Mar 2012 - Feb 2014

  Consulting as Transmission Project Manager

  Responsible for successfully delivering various critical Transmission projects (VIC RAN SWAP, LTE, EJV, SPINOZA, NBN POI and L1800) in various states in Australia. Also was accountable for Vendor management and due diligence to secure and procuring and awarding contracts to third party suppliers with a monetary value of more than 5 M$.Key Deliverables and Achievements:• VIC/RAN SWAP of 77 Clusters in Victoria• Transmission HW for LTE1C Queensland• Spinoza Queensland• NSW EJV Fibre Program End-End delivery• L1800 plug Play prime order End-Ed Delivery• NSW/ACT EJV program optic Fibre build (FAD1 & FAD3) complementing the EJV mobile rollout, NBN POI to the total value of more than 5M$.• Engaged with L1800 Plug & Play program Transmission End-End Delivery Show less

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  Optus

  Nov 2014 - May 2015

  Program Manager

  Responsible for Transmission Radio fault management with respect to the delivery of the Transmission Regional LTE program. Key Deliverables and Achievements:• Establish fault clearance and risk mitigation processes and setup regular meetings to monitor and track faults to ensure efficient program delivery.• Liaise on a daily basis with all the stakeholders involved (Optus Design/Provisioning/NMC/Field Services/Programs/Contractors) to resolve the issues in the most sufficient and cost effective manner.• Contributed successfully to the very aggressive target of ensuring the RLTE transmission program achieved 85.5% 4G population coverage by end April 2015 Show less

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  Telstra

  Sept 2016 - Oct 2018

  HFC Field Scoper

  The HFC Field Scoper is responsible for identifying and validating Telstra HFC network which include the identifying of pits and manholes, poles and equipment installed and existing fixtures and property addresses in a FSAM to assess the suitability for the NBN network in the Sydney Basin. The validated information is updated and uploaded to enable design to provide a clear picture of the current HFC network for the NBN roll-out.

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  Broadspectrum

  Nov 2018 - Sept 2020

  HFC Field Scoper

  Commenced the role at Broadspectrum via Alldaso Consulting recruitment as a contractor in Nov 2018. I was offered a permanent role at Broadspectrum (Australia) Pty Ltd starting January 2019 ongoing. The HFC Field Scoper role provides HFC Field Construction NSW support validating construction progress on the NBN network Build and report back to the Field Construction Manager, Project Engineers and Design on findings and recommendations if redesign is required. The primary duties of my role are to provide quality control and inspect the HFC construction build progress of the NBN Network deployment with respect to multi/single dwelling units by using an internal live system to record all quality inspections of HFC telecommunications installed by Sub Contractors.The updating of Field inspection reports electronically via GIS app of newly constructed HFC telecommunications infrastructure.Red Marking up HFC network plans using iPad software or Auto CAD paper Maps and submit to Design Team to update the HFC Network plan accordingly.Liaise with Field Construction Team on current construction status and update Project Engineer on permanent re-reinstatement and various network infrastructure like new cable ducts, HDL, pits, passive and non-passive devices, MDU lateral installations and Earthing where required.Ensure Field inspection reports are meticulously accurate to avoid rework once designs have been completed.Fulfil and maintain the HSE obligations while executing field inspection work.With my extensive project roll out knowledge, I always seek justifiable methods to provide effective support to enhance the project delivery. Show less

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  Superb Civil Group

  Apr 2021 - May 2021

  Team Lead NBN FFTX Field Scoping

  As Team Lead providing guidance to Team in NBN Telecommunications proofing Pits and Ducts.Update NBN Network FSAM plans electronically with ArcGis Application.Ensure daily site pre-Start Procedures and vehicle inspections are adhered to and contribute to weekly Toolbox Meetings.Ensure the work carried that is out on site follows the respective Operational Health and Safety Plans as per DP Ventia.Promote effective communication in the team and motivate team to meet objectives and targets.Report issues of field inspection and escalate OHS issues which is critical. Show less

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  CIS International

  Jul 2021 - Dec 2022

  Field Engineer / NBN N2P Supervisor

  • Providing Quality Control for various Optus Fibre Projects relating to – Pre Start Checklists with Contractors, Project Kick-Off on Site and Work Health and Safety checks, conduct Quality Control Checks after work is completed by contractors to validate work completed as per design.• Conduct Various Surveys for new Optus Fibre diversity projects and Fibre lead-in with respect to initial design and upload the survey findings and Photos with Annotations into Konect Tool and produce a Mud-Map of the proposed the design.• As NBN N2P supervisor inducted with accreditations into Service Stream (Lend Lease) and Ventia onboarding systems and provide guidance to team Field workers to get inducted with their respective accreditations into the respective portal systems.• Provide N2P Supervisory guidance and leading Cis International Field Team by adhering to the standards required by Ventia and Service Stream with respect to pipe proofing ducts, scoping of pits and verifying physical address location identities. • Update the NBN N2P FSAM-ADA design plans electronically with Field Maps - ArcGis Application (Ventia) and Konect (Service Stream).• Liaising with Ventia and Service Stream (Lend Lease) Field management on completing ADA effectively and submitting for Quality Control.• Conduct daily BOG, site pre-start card and vehicle/plant inspections and contribute to weekly Toolbox Meetings set by both Service Stream and Ventia.• Ensure all the field NBN N2P work carried out on site follows the respective Operational Health and Safety Plans (SWMS) set by NBN/Ventia and Service Stream.• Promote effective communication in the N2P field team and motivate team to meet set objectives and targets.• Report issues impacting N2P Field work escalate OHS issues which is critical to the relevant channels Cis International and Ventia/Service Stream Management. Show less