Seth Ayeh Opoku
Summary
Dependable professional with 24 years of dedicated service with VRA, GRIDCo, and Ghana Telecoms in Telecommunication and Power Systems Communication from Power Line Carrier, Switching, Fibre Optics, Fibre Optic Terminal Equipment, Corporate&Commercial Networks, with Operation and Maintenance knowledge.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Acting Chief Technician Engineer
Ghana Grid Company Ltd. (GRIDCo)
Tema
07.2023 - Current
- Collaboration with the Manager STNO to carry out all planned & unplanned works, and existing, running, future and envisaged projects
- Provision and Supply of Materials and Resource Support to all STNO and NTNO Areas
- Supervision and Control of Network Monitoring System(NMS) to ensure Telecom Equipment Backups, Monitoring of all Multiplexer Nodes and provision of all connections/services(SCADA, Tele-protection, Data, Telemetry, Voice and CCTV) needed are carried out in the FOX and Telephone Exchanges
- Co-ordination with Procurement to update OPGW Cables, Materials, Chargers, Battery Banks, Tools and Equipment which are expected to arrive by the end of the year
- Compilation of all activities report in the section weekly, monthly, and quarterly NCBC maintenance activities report to the appropriate authority
- Extension of technical support and materials for all maintenance and installations
- Mobilization, Supply & Distribution of all telecommunication materials, modules and spare project modules from the Central Warehouse
- Submission of report on any new project specifications and design in the STNO section to the appropriate authority
- Retrieval of 59 Rollers, 4 Drums of Fish Wire, 2 Rewinding Drum Stands from a Contractor.
Assistant Chief Technician Engineer
10.2017 - Current
- Supportive role to Chief Tech to exercise his mandate
- Preparation of Maintenance Works Schematic drawings
- Preparation and Submission of Project and Site Survey Reports
- Mobilization of resources for equipment installations, both in-house and all major works
- Submission of Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Reports to Chief Technician Engineer
- Preparation and Submission of Inventory Reports
- Preparation of Maintenance Planning and Monitoring Report
- Preparation of NCBC Report.
Supervising Technician Engineer
04.2012 - 10.2017
- Supervise the maintenance of all communication equipment and accessories at Accra/Tema Area
- Assist in the installation and commissioning of PLC terminals, Switching, Fibre Optic and Teleoperation equipment, and VHF/HF radios
- Responsible for the monitoring of the PSTN Lines in Accra/Tema Area
- Carry out maintenance on Fiber Optic Cables at Volta Area substations
- Submit reports to Area Communication Supervisor
- Assist in the maintenance of all Telecommunication equipment and accessories at Accra/Tema Area
- Designing of Cable Ducts and Chambers.
Principal Technician Engineer
10.2008 - 04.2012
- Carry out Maintenance(Planned, Corrective and Predictive) of Power System Telecommunication equipment
- Assist in the monitoring of all Corporate Lines and PSTN Lines
- Assist in the installation and commissioning of PLC terminals, Switching, Fibre Optic and Teleoperation equipment, and VHF/HF radios
- Submit reports to Area Communication Supervisor
- Laying and Termination of Copper and Fibre Optic Cables.
Senior Technician Engineer
10.2005 - 10.2008
- Assisted in the Installation and Maintenance of VRA Telecommunication Equipment & Facilities at Akosombo Area, Volta Area, Electrovolta House and Pegasus House
- Assisted in Troubleshooting and Repair of defective telephone lines and telephones at VRA institutional houses at Akosombo, Akuse, Tema, and Accra.
Technician Engineer
10.2001 - 10.2005
- Assisted in the Installation and Maintenance of VRA Telecommunication Equipment & Facilities at Akosombo Area, Volta Area, Electrovolta House and Pegasus House
- Assisted in Troubleshooting and Repair of defective telephone lines and telephones at VRA institutional houses at Akosombo, Akuse, Tema, and Accra.
Technician Trainee
Ghana Grid Company Ltd.
10.1999 - 10.2001
- Assisted in the Installation and Maintenance of VRA Telecommunication Equipment & Facilities at Akosombo Area, Volta Area, Electrovolta House and Pegasus House
- Assisted in Troubleshooting and Repair of defective telephone lines and telephones at VRA institutional houses at Akosombo, Akuse, Tema, and Accra.
Education
Skills
- Demonstration of analytical capacity(Brainstorming and development of options and ideas)
- Problem-solving skills( Acceptance of Responsibility for mistakes and learning from experience)
- Communication Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Exhibition of professional behavior and attitude(Exhibition of a positive and constructive attitude )
- Respect for diversity (religious/cultural/ethnic) of co-workers
- Support and contribution to a team atmosphere
- Works within appropriate authority and decision-making channels
- Assertiveness and appropriate behavior( Ethical Behavior and a sense of values and integrity)
- Management and Conflict resolution
- Comprehension and support of the organization’s mission/goals
Affiliations
- Sports Enthusiast
Languages
English
First Language
Twi
Beginner
A1
Certification
- Sopho is 3000 call@ Net (SSW 810) Advanced ISPBX Digital Switching System - July 11-15 2011 Baden, Switzerland
- ETL 600 Operation and Maintenance - July 4-8 2011 Baden, Switzerland
- FOXMAN - May 10 2012 Tema SCC
- ETL - May 11-15 2012 Tema SCC
- FOX 515 Operation&Maintenance - November
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Tony Robbins
Timeline
Acting Chief Technician Engineer
Ghana Grid Company Ltd. (GRIDCo)
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Chief Technician Engineer
10.2017 - Current
Supervising Technician Engineer
04.2012 - 10.2017
Principal Technician Engineer
10.2008 - 04.2012
Senior Technician Engineer
10.2005 - 10.2008
Technician Engineer
10.2001 - 10.2005
Technician Trainee
Ghana Grid Company Ltd.
10.1999 - 10.2001
Industry Training Courses
- FOX 515 Operation & Maintenance - 11/08/06 - 11/13/06, Baden, Switzerland
- Advanced ISPBX Digital Switching System - 07/04/11 - 07/08/11, Baden Switzerland
- ETL 600 Operation & Maintenance - 07/04/11 - 07/08/11, Baden, Switzerland
- FOXMAN - 05/10/12, SCC, Tema
- ETL 600 - 05/11/12 - 05/15/12, SCC, Tema
References
References available upon request.
Industry Training Courses
- FOX 515 Operation & Maintenance - 11/08/06 - 11/13/06, Baden, Switzerland
- Advanced ISPBX Digital Switching System - 07/04/11 - 07/08/11, Baden Switzerland
- ETL 600 Operation & Maintenance - 07/04/11 - 07/08/11, Baden, Switzerland
- FOXMAN - 05/10/12, SCC, Tema
- ETL 600 - 05/11/12 - 05/15/12, SCC, Tema
References
References available upon request.
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