Olabisi Abdulsalam Abiola

Telecommunications & Network Operations Engineer

Ibadan, NG.

About

Results-driven Telecommunications Engineer with hands-on experience in telecom network operations, site maintenance, and infrastructure support across MTN, Airtel, and Globacom (Glo) network sites in Southwest Nigeria. Skilled in end-to-end network testing, including drive testing and stationary testing to evaluate network performance across different site locations and environments. Experienced in troubleshooting network faults, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and conducting site surveys and inspections to ensure optimal network coverage and quality of service. Proficient in BTS operations, transmission systems, fiber optics, and telecom power systems including rectifiers, batteries, and generators. Strong ability to analyze network performance data, identify coverage gaps, and support optimization activities. Adept at working in field operations, collaborating with engineering teams, preparing technical reports, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. Committed to maintaining high network availability and delivering reliable telecommunications services in line with global engineering standards such as those practiced at Huawei.

Work

Telecom Solutions & Field Services (Contractor/Consultant)

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Senior Field Telecommunications Engineer

Southwest Nigeria, Multiple States, Nigeria

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Summary

Led comprehensive telecommunications network operations and maintenance activities across MTN Nigeria and Globacom (Glo) sites, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of critical infrastructure.

Highlights

Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on over 150+ telecom network sites (MTN & Glo), consistently achieving >99.8% network uptime and reducing critical service interruptions by 18%.

Diagnosed and resolved complex network faults, including BTS, transmission, and power system issues, cutting average resolution time by 25% and minimizing service downtime.

Conducted detailed site surveys, inspections, and audits for new installations and upgrades, ensuring compliance with industry standards and facilitating seamless network expansion projects.

Maintained and optimized diverse telecom equipment, including Huawei BTS systems, microwave transmission links, rectifiers, batteries, and diesel generators, extending equipment lifespan by 15% through proactive care.

Collaborated with cross-functional engineering teams to support network optimization initiatives, contributing to a 10% improvement in key performance indicators (KPIs) such as call drop rate and data throughput.

Authored comprehensive technical reports and maintenance documentation, providing clear insights into network health, fault trends, and corrective actions for management and regulatory bodies.

Education

University of Ibadan

Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria
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Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) Electrical and Electronics Engineering Grade: Second Class Upper

Courses

Telecommunications Principles

Digital Signal Processing

Microwave Engineering

Network Design and Management

Languages

English

Yoruba

Certificates

Huawei Certified ICT Associate (HCIA) - R&S

Huawei Technologies

Certified Telecommunications Network Specialist

Global Telecoms Academy

Skills

Telecommunications Networks

GSM, WCDMA, LTE, 5G Infrastructure, Microwave Transmission, Fiber Optic Networks, IP Networking, Network Architecture.

Network Operations & Maintenance

BTS Operations and Maintenance, Network Troubleshooting, Preventive Maintenance, Corrective Maintenance, Fault Diagnosis, Site Survey and Inspection, Network Performance Monitoring, Power Systems Maintenance, Telecom Equipment Installation, Network Infrastructure Support.

Equipment & Systems

Huawei BTS (e.g., DBS3900, BTS3900), Transmission Equipment (e.g., OptiX RTN series), Rectifiers, Batteries, Generators, Power Systems, Antenna Systems, RF Equipment.

Tools & Technologies

Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, OTDR, Multimeters, Test Equipment, NMS (Network Management Systems), Ticketing Systems.

Professional Skills

Technical Reporting, Quality Assurance, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Compliance, Project Support, Documentation, Stakeholder Management.

References

Available upon request

Projects

MTN Nigeria Network Reliability Enhancement Initiative

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Summary

Spearheaded a critical initiative focused on enhancing the reliability and performance of MTN Nigeria's network infrastructure across 70+ sites in Southwest Nigeria, addressing recurring issues and optimizing operational efficiency.

Globacom (Glo) Transmission Network Optimization Project

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Summary

Managed the optimization and maintenance of Globacom's transmission network, focusing on improving link stability, capacity, and overall data throughput across key regional hubs.