Brian Harrison

Experience

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  Nortel Networks

  Sept 1999 - Jan 2001

  Commissioning engineer

  • Started as Trainee in Birmingham for 6 months and then was fast tracked to a senior position after demonstrating competence and learning. • I was recommended to move onto the Colt Telecomm project, which involved travelling round Germany, Holland, Belgium and France working on the next generation of DWDM equipment. • I also went to Italy, to initiate, and deliver training for Italian Engineers on Nortel LH equipment (DWDM).

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  Greenwoods Communications

  Feb 2002 - Mar 2007

  Commissioning engineer

  • I handled Nortel projects as well as Marconi (SMA 1 4 and 16's) and Alactel (1650, 1660 and 1670's) projects • I learned a varied field of TDM/PDHSDH/OTN/IP knowledge, as well as GSM/3G/4G network mobile equipment • I also managed, worked and completed the BT Ireland DWDM ring.

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  Thus

  Mar 2007 - Dec 2009

  2nd line Transmission engineer

  • I ensured the MPLS and core networks were proactively monitored, and network faults achieved their SLA targets (MV36, MV38, Ciena MTM, Ciena NCS and Nortel INM). • I developed the 1st line shift team’s technical skills to ensure effective fault management on Ciena and Nortel platforms. • 3rd line technical help on all network equipment out of hours. • Provided statistical data reports as required.

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  Vodafone

  Dec 2009 - now

  3rd line technical transmission supportThe role provides 3rd Line expert technical support and ownership in the following areas to ensure available of networks and platforms 24x7•Major and complex Incident management •Support the provide, configuration and build activity across Global TX network•Manage and assist with change planning and execution activities•Provide Infrastructure maintenance to support customer and platform requirements.•On-boarding/acceptance of New Networks and systems. •Align with Design and Engineering teams and Mgmt •Act as primary expert operational lead during Major incidents•Proactive and preventative operational activities across TX Networks to drive up availability, performance and quality. Show less • Manage and maintain the Global transmission network which is the underlying transport for many of the IPVPN, Multi Service Platform and Internet networks and as well as Bandwidth Connect customer services globally• Responsible for managing backhaul sections of the various Subsea cables, such as EIG, Apollo and EPEG cable systems, and work closely with Cable Ops teams.• Responsible for the training and introduction of a new GTN 1st line team, this involved travelling to India to conduct classes and train on our live Global network. Show less

  • Technical Support Engineer

    Mar 2017 - now

  • Global network engineer

    Dec 2009 - now