Results-driven Operations & Maintenance professional with 18+ years of experience in telecom infrastructure, project deployment, energy management, and service delivery. Adept at managing active/passive infrastructure, vendor coordination, and large-scale nationwide rollouts. Certified in ITIL V4 and Lean Six Sigma. Proven success in improving uptime, reducing costs, and optimizing operational efficiency. Seeking a leadership role to drive strategic initiatives and business transformation in the telecom and digital infrastructure domain.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Delivery/ Operations and Maintenance Manager-PAN INDIA
Sai Electrical and Electronics/SABKA Transformers Pvt LTD
Pune, MH
04.2024 - Current
Orchestrated nationwide Service Delivery Management leading a team of 500+ to deliver on strategic objectives.
Led end-to-end utility setup and infrastructure management across MSCs, Media Gateways, iBSC, NLD, and IP COLO sites.
Specialized in critical systems including FM-200 fire suppression, smoke sensors, access control, CCTV, hydrant/jockey pumps, DG systems, HVAC/PACs, water-cooled centrifugal/screw chillers, and BMS.
Managed electrical infrastructure components such as HT/LT panels, APFC panels, UPS, VFD, PIU, SPS, SMPS, and battery banks (drain tests, optimization, health check-ups).
Oversaw switchyard operations, HT/LT switchgear management, false flooring levelling, and mock drills as part of safety audits and readiness checks.
Directed hybrid energy initiatives, including BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems), solar deployment, and DG removal to cut diesel and EB (Electric Board) power costs.
Drove full lifecycle execution of energy projects: Li-ion battery installations, energy-efficient upgrades, and solar expansion.
Monitored EB/diesel bills, load usage, outages, and uptime performance to drive energy analytics and root cause analysis.
Interfaced with cross-functional teams (Operations, Opex, Procurement, Finance) and external stakeholders (OEMs, vendors, SEBs) for project alignment and approvals.
Ensured adherence to regulatory, technical, and safety standards; led documentation, reporting, and mentoring on energy-saving best practices.
Supported the full lifecycle of solar projects: feasibility analysis, site survey, detailed design, construction, commissioning, and maintenance.
Developed solar PV layouts, string sizing, inverter selection, utility interfacing, and city permit documentation.
Designed systems using fixed tilt and single-axis trackers; executed projects for both ground-mounted and rooftop installations.
Ensured compliance with National Electrical Code (NEC) and regulatory guidelines; developed technical specifications and BoQs.
Conducted troubleshooting and performance monitoring to optimize system efficiency and power generation output.
Conducted site surveys to assess load requirements, phase configuration, and proximity to EB points for new connections (temporary/permanent).
Evaluated options for direct board supply vs third-party supply; managed estimation and demand note processes.
Prepared technical submissions (load applications, site layouts, NOCs); coordinated with SEB officials for inspections and load approvals.
Followed up on application statuses, ensuring timely processing and approvals.
Supervised installation and commissioning of meter panels, MDBs, LT/HT structures, transformers, earthing systems, poles, and service lines.
Ensured installation quality, safety, and regulatory compliance; managed safe EB shutdowns and energization schedules.
Diagnosed faults in existing EB systems: phase loss, overloading, voltage drops, wiring/earthing issues, damaged components.
Upgraded electrical supply (e.g., 5kW to 15kW, single-phase to three-phase); managed EB infrastructure relocations.
Ensured adherence to NEC and local EB codes; completed inspections, obtained safety certifications, and handed over load sanction and connection reports.
Provided post-commissioning support and coordinated periodic inspections, reconnections, or service interventions.
Conducted land and soil assessments, access evaluation, and feasibility checks for new tower builds or upgrades.
Collaborated with RF and acquisition teams for structural layout planning.
Prepared and reviewed structural drawings, foundation designs, civil and electrical BoQs, and infrastructure automation plans.
Ensured compliance with telecom standards, IS codes, and regulatory requirements.
Supervised full civil infrastructure buildout: Tower foundations and erection (RTT/GBT), DG/shelter platforms, Cable trenching, earthing, fencing, compound development, Access road and drainage systems (if required).
Managed civil works for tower height extensions, DG/shelter relocation, structural reinforcement, and equipment platform additions.
Ensured construction quality through material checks and curing processes.
Enforced safety compliance: PPE, fall protection, and HSE best practices.
Coordinated site readiness with RF, electrical, and project teams; submitted RFIs, WCRs, and as-built documentation.
Monitored vendor deliverables, tracked material inventory, and managed site progress to meet cost and timeline targets.
Logistic/Warehouse management for client Altus and Indus Towers.
Achieved telecommunication site readiness for on-air operations, ensuring RFI compliance, customer handovers, and securing WCC approvals.
Managed cross-functional teams and vendors for site construction, electrification, upgrades, and operator’s integrations.
Championed ESH & ESG compliance, fostering a culture of safety, monitoring adherence to safety guidelines, and providing essential training to field teams.
Identified, tracked and resolved critical path issues.
Significant Highlight-
About 22000 tower EB management for Project Sanjeevani in Maharashtra.
About 400+ team handling for 15 telecom circles of PAN India.
Contributing to 65% grew the overall business for Pan India, Take new opportunity for Project in J&K, Delhi, North East reason and Orissa, Maharashtra Circles.
Responsible for overall Business, Team management and Service delivery for Pan India level.
Circle O&M Manager
Tower Vision India Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad, Telangana/AP
04.2023 - 04.2024
Expert oversight of KPI & SLA across all domains within the Circle.
Expert to Analysis and planning Opex budget for Quarterly and Yearly basis of Operations & Maintenance annual operating plan by providing estimated inputs from the circle and adhere to annual operating plan, translating targets into action plans for the circle team.
Identification and capitalization (Capex) on new business opportunities for tenancy sharing and service.
Responsible to Establish mechanisms to monitor key circle performance metrics including network uptime, infrastructure health etc. and to identify and mitigate risks to business.
Conducting root cause analysis in order to resolve circle issues and complications and determine resolution action plans.
Exploring new initiatives and solutions to improve service quality and reduce operating costs.
Ensuring timely repair and maintenance of faulty equipment within SLAs.
Operations Review Daily/Weekly/Quarterly basis with stakeholders (SCM/Estate Management/Projects/Security) and Team, OME/IME, SME Partners.
Managing Media Gateway, NLDs, iBSCs, MACRO and High Power small cells site’s Optical fiber media connectivity and Passive infrastructure management as per agreed SLA.
Ensuring of 100% uptime through robust management of Passive Infrastructure, Power, and Optical Fiber Cable (OFC) media.
100% Alarm integration & Site Automation/ Ensured to functional with NOC.
MOM and KPI review with customer to provide solutions of their issue to streamline Operations within timeline.
Enhancements with coordination with Projects, SCM and Estate and Legal team.
Successful implementation of upgrades for Vodafone Idea, RJIO, Airtel, and BSNL, Tata Telecommunication, SIFY.
Responsible to Reviewing an analysis of energy consumption at the circle level, compare with budgeted targets and drive initiatives to reduce energy consumption at sites.
KPI and Energy signoff with customers (Operators).
Accurate Billing/Invoicing and timely Sign-off with OME/IME/SME partners.
Strategic People Management and Talent Development.
Rigorous Process Compliance.
Proactive Customer Engagement and Relationship Building.
Pioneering initiatives and innovations for operational efficiency and cost savings.
Monthly Governance Meetings coordination with OME, OFC maintenance teams, and OEM/SME partners, including SCM.
DG system, HVAC system, PACs, Water cooled Centrifugal / Screw Chiller, BMS, HT and LT panels, APFC panels, iBSC/NLD Server rooms, UPS and VFD (variable-frequency drive), Pumping system, WTP, STP, Smoke & Fire alarms System, Hydrant systems, PDU breakers, Switch yard, Digital application etc. Equipment, PDU Rack, SMPS, Battery bank drain test, Battery bank optimization and Health check-up and all other infra equipment’s as well general hygiene of BTS cell sites.
DG, PIU, SPS, SMPS, PDU Rack, Battery bank Optimization, Operation and maintenance of electrical Utilities DG, AC, SMPS, ,PIU Transformers and shelter facilities, LT-HT Switchgears, HT Transformers HT-LT Panels, UPS, AC-DCDB, Tower, Shelter MSC, BSC And OFC Utilities.
Significant Highlight-
Single point of contact for Operation and Maintenance, Customer billing, SLA Signoff, Energy Signoff, Passive Infrastructure Maintenance, Vendor management and Team Management for Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
About 100+ team handling for Andhra Pradesh/Telangana-India.
Operations Manager
Indus Towers Ltd
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
12.2020 - 04.2023
Managed 1000+ sites with a 150+ member team; ensured KPI targets and uptime compliance.
Spearheaded special task force operations within the Circle COO office, ensuring cross-functional coordination and regulatory compliance.
Monitored daily progress of Circle-level strategic projects and collaborated with stakeholders for timely execution.
Oversaw operations and maintenance for 1000+ sites, leading a team of 150+ across IME, Inhouse, SME, O&M, Security, and TOC/NOC.
Managed budget and vendor operations in line with the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), achieving cost-effective results.
Ensured ESH & ESG compliance by implementing field training, safety culture development, and audit readiness.
<ul><li>13 years of Expertise in the field of Banking operations, sales and Relationship Management.</li><li>Maintaining Standard of Performance Score card and being Topper in PAN India level.</li><li>Ensuring world class customer service & resolving complaints as per the specified process within the stipulated TAT.</li><li>Maintaining productivity by acquiring CASA NTB’s, NRI accounts, CASA average value, term deposits, insurance products, assets, Demat & online trading accounts.</li></ul> at Equitas Small Finance Bank Ltd<ul><li>13 years of Expertise in the field of Banking operations, sales and Relationship Management.</li><li>Maintaining Standard of Performance Score card and being Topper in PAN India level.</li><li>Ensuring world class customer service & resolving complaints as per the specified process within the stipulated TAT.</li><li>Maintaining productivity by acquiring CASA NTB’s, NRI accounts, CASA average value, term deposits, insurance products, assets, Demat & online trading accounts.</li></ul> at Equitas Small Finance Bank Ltd