ZAIN1989 - Transmission Specialist

  • Operation
    Zain Bahrain
  • Division
    Technology
  • Location
    Bahrain - Manama
  • Closing Date
    04-Nov-2025
About Zain
Zain is the pioneer of mobile telecommunications in the Middle East. We began life in 1983 in Kuwait as the region’s first mobile operator, and since the initiation of our expansion strategy in 2003, we have expanded rapidly. Read more here: https://zain.com/en/about-us/overview
About the Role

The role will involve the planning, deployment, operations, and optimization of the transmission networks to ensure high-quality, reliable, and cost-efficient services. The role requires expertise in mobile and fixed access technologies, combined with strong operational governance, vendor management, regulatory compliance, commercial awareness, and a strategic view of the evolving

telecom landscape to deliver on network performance and business objectives.

 

Main Responsibilities & Duties

Transmission Network Operations

  • Handle and optimize transmission infrastructure, including microwave, fiber, DWDM,  and leased lines.

  • Ensure sufficient transmission capacity to support network growth and service quality requirements.

  • Handle planning, deployment, and maintenance of backbone, backhaul, and last-mile transmission networks.

 

Operations, SLAs & KPIs

  • View day-to-day operations of transmission domains to ensure network stability, availability, and reliability.

  • Define, monitor, and govern SLAs and KPIs related to service performance, incident response, and fault resolution.

  • Ensure adherence to operational processes, preventive maintenance schedules, and escalation procedures.

  • Drive continuous service improvement through root cause analysis, operational audits, and corrective action plans.

 

Vendor Management & Governance of Managed Services

  • Support the management of relationships with equipment vendors and managed services partners to help ensure contractual commitments are met.

  • Monitor day-to-day partner performance against SLAs, KPIs, and operational deliverables, and escalate issues as needed.

  • Assist in conducting vendor performance reviews, tracking compliance requirements, and preparing reports to support accountability.

  • Contribute to cost efficiency and service quality by following established vendor governance processes and supporting contract management activities.

 

Regulatory Compliance & Governance

  • Ensure full compliance with national telecom regulatory requirements, standards, and licensing conditions.

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory guidelines impacting transmission, and network operations.

  • Prepare and submit required reports, audits, and documentation to regulatory authorities.

  • Collaborate with internal teams and external regulators during audits, inspections, and compliance checks.

  • Ensure all network activities (planning, deployment, operations) are aligned with legal and regulatory frameworks.

 

Telecom Landscape Overview

  • Maintain an understanding of global and regional telecom trends, including transport network  ,  5G/6G backhaul readiness, and fiber technology deployment

  • Anticipate market developments and regulatory shifts and align network operations to support long-term business growth.

  • Contribute to corporate strategy by ensuring the network is prepared for future digital services, convergence, and new revenue streams.

Technology & Innovation

  • Stay up to date with advancements in transmission network  (MPLS, DWDM, SRv6,)

  • Support network modernization initiatives, including IP migration and transport transformation.

 

Perform other relevant tasks as required.

What We Need From You

This section will have bullet points containing the below information:

  • Education

    • Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or related field.

  • Experience

    • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in transmission network planning, optimization, operations, and transmission management.

  • Skills and Knowledge

    • Strong understanding transport (DWDM, MPLS. SRv6) and fixed broadband solutions.

      Proven experience with transmission mediums such as microwave, fiber optics, and IP-based transport.

      Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

      SLA/KPI definition, monitoring, and governance.

      Vendor governance and contract management.

      Telecom regulations, and compliance frameworks.

About Application Process

If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s):

  1. Resume/CV
  2. Passport-size photograph
  3. Highest Education Qualification