Vincent Nanai
Port Moresby,Papua New Guinea
Summary
I bring transferable skills in electrical engineering, network operations, and infrastructure maintenance gained through hands-on industrial training and work projects; Deliver reliable technical support, execute projects successfully, and collaborate on innovative solutions in fast-paced teams. Detail-oriented professional reliable in completing accurate work. Careful to check and verify documentation to prevent errors and minimize rework.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Assistant - Internet Service Provider (ISP) Infrastructure
LIGHTSPEED PNG
Port Moresby, NCD
01.2024 - Current
- Monitored and maintained network performance using advanced Network Monitoring Software (PRTG, GDMS, cnMaestro, Grafana), ensuring real-time issue detection and resolution.
- Troubleshot and resolved network outages by identifying and addressing connectivity failures, optimizing network uptime, and enhancing service reliability.
- Conducted site surveys for new Fixed Wireless internet installations, assessing line-of-sight, cable pathways, and signal strength, and delivering detailed reports for optimal deployment.
- Installed and configured routers and radios (Mikrotik, Cisco, Tp-Link, Grandstream, Cambium, WiTek, Ubiquity, Fortinet, etc.) to enhance network efficiency and traffic routing.
- Provided technical support to clients by diagnosing internet connectivity issues, executing realignment of backhaul radio links, and improving signal strength and throughput.
- Optimized Wi-Fi networks by configuring access points and LAN infrastructure, ensuring seamless connectivity for residential and corporate users.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement scalable network solutions, improving overall network resilience and customer satisfaction.
- Performed proactive site checks covering equipment faults, generator and UPS testing, backhaul link assessments, and tower maintenance to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Conducted routine generator inspections of control systems and mechanical parts to guarantee dependable power and standby readiness.
- Performed UPS sizing and load analysis to optimize power backup capacity for critical ICT infrastructure, ensuring uninterrupted operation during power failures.
- Conducted panel load testing and fault diagnostics to identify electrical issues and prevent potential system failures in distribution panels.
- Planned and prepared detailed site survey reports, bills of materials, installation and service check documentation, and infrastructure maintenance reports to support power and communications system operations.
ISP Intern - Industrial Training (3 Months)
LIGHTSPEED PNG
Port Moresby, NCD
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Enhanced network reliability by utilizing Network Monitoring Software, promptly identifying and addressing downtime and network issues.
- Optimized new internet installations by conducting comprehensive site surveys; delivered detailed reports that ensured optimal installation outcomes.
- Increased network efficiency by executing precise installation and configuration of routers and radios, and implementing redundancy and failover plans.
- Lifted customer satisfaction by conducting thorough service checks and resolving internet issues swiftly, minimizing downtime and enhancing user experience.
- Improved Wi-Fi coverage by strategically setting up access points and establishing robust LAN networks, enhancing connectivity for users.
- Boosted internet speed and performance for clients by realigning radio links, achieving noticeable improvements in connectivity quality.
- Delivered high-quality video streaming for conferences and events by managing all aspects of live streaming and production.
- Providing comprehensive technical support and coordination for high-profile events and conference, ensuring seamless operations.
Education
Electrical Engineering
University of Technology
Papua New Guinea01.2025
Skills
- Microsoft tools and cloud operations
- Network troubleshooting and configuration
- Site surveying and technical support
- LAN configuration and maintenance
- Customer service and project management
- Team collaboration and training
- Reference catalog management
- Data analysis and research
- Engineering calculations and design
- Configuration management and analysis
- Technical documentation skills
- Fixed wireless and VSAT installation
- Cabling techniques and termination
- Power systems sizing and analysis
- Solar power system installation
- Technical guidance and diagnostics
Personal Information
Title: Graduate Electrical Engineer
Projects
- Research design of compact multi-band (MIMO) sector radio antenna: research thesis, 2024, researched for an improved base-station antenna design for point-to-multipoint communication to improve cellular coverage in remote PNG
- Microwave backhaul radio link for Unitech project lead, 2023, led the design and link budget analysis of a backup microwave link for Unitech's backup link
- RFID attendance system for Unitech project lead, 2022, designed an RFID-based attendance tracking system that cut attendance errors by 50%, making class management easier
- Submersible high-powered water pump prototype designer, 2021, built a high-efficiency water pump prototype that won Best Prototype Award for sustainable design at University of Technology 2021 Engineering Design Competition
Certification
- Certificate of Traineeship, Lightspeed PNG Ltd, 2024
- Certificate of Cisco Certified Support Technician Prep, Cisco Networking Academy, 2023
- Certificate of Introduction to Cybersecurity, Cisco Networking Academy, 2022
- Certificate of Higher Secondary Education, PNG Department of Education, 2020
Awards
- Lower Second Class Honors Award, PNG University of Technology, 2025
- Technical Training Completion Award, LIGHTSPEED PNG Limited, 2024
- First Class Engineering Prototype Award, PNG University of Technology, 2021
References
- Mr. Janend Reddy, Country General Manager, Lightspeed PNG Ltd, jreddy@clickpacific.com, (675) 75316187, (675) 3236558
- Paul Ikupu, IP Core Manager, Lightspeed PNG, (675) 76151395
- Dr. Hikma Shabani, Ph.D., Research Project Supervisor, Department of Electrical and Communications Engineering, Papua New Guinea University of Technology, hikma.shabani@pnguot.ac.pg, (675) 8230845
- Dr. Sammy Aiau, Ph. D., Head of Department, Department of Electrical and Communications Engineering, Papua New Guinea University of Technology, Sammy.aiau@pnguot.ac.pg, (675) 473 4702
Timeline
Technical Assistant - Internet Service Provider (ISP) Infrastructure
LIGHTSPEED PNG
01.2024 - Current
ISP Intern - Industrial Training (3 Months)
LIGHTSPEED PNG
01.2024 - 01.2025
Electrical Engineering
University of Technology