Iqbal Bin Abdul Rashid
Project Manager
Kota Kinabalu,Malaysia
Summary
Highly experienced and results-oriented Telecommunications professional with over 25 years of expertise in network optimisation, planning, operations, and maintenance (O&M). Proven track record in setting up and maintaining core network infrastructure, managing projects, and leading teams to ensure high network availability and customer satisfaction. Adept at collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies like SKMM, to drive network expansion and strategic initiatives.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Project Manager
Maxis Broadband Sdn Bhd
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Jan 2020 - Current
● Project Manager (2020 – 2026)
○ Managed key projects including Jendela1, Clawback, AOP, and network upgrade initiatives.
○ Collaborated with SKMM on USP projects (T3, Clawback, Jendela1).
○ Achieved over 35% of site rollout in Sabah during tenure.
● NRO – Project Coordinator (2015 – 2020)
○ Coordinated network rollout projects, ensuring timely implementation.
○ Provided technical advice and support to the Enterprise team.
● NRO – RF Planner/Optimiser (2010 – 2015)
○ Conducted RF planning and optimisation to enhance network performance.
○ Ensured radio final checking before Bring Into Service (BIS).
● Team Lead (2005 – 2010)
○ Supervised and coordinated day-to-day O&M activities for TOC & Field Operations.
○ Managed and coordinated Maxis partners regionally.
● Senior Technician / Specialist (2000 – 2005)
○ Instrumental in setting up the Maxis Sabah core network.
○ Served as CORE – switch caretaker.
Technician
Celcom Malaysia
Tawau, Malaysia
Jan 1995 - Dec 2000
○ Performed installation, testing, and commissioning, including setting up Celcom's network in Tawau.
○ Maintained Celcom Tawau network elements and managed customer data provisioning.
Technician
Telekom Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
1991.01 - 1995.12
○ Executed installation, testing, and commissioning, as well as maintenance for switching and gateway levels.
○ Responsible for customer data provisioning.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunication
Telekom Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu 2019.01 - 2021.04
Certificate of Higher Education - SPM
SMK Kuhara
Tawau Jan 1986 - Dec 1986
Skills
- Communication skills
- Leadership
- Team building
- Strategic planning
- Inventory management
- Quality assurance
- Technical troubleshooting
- Calm under pressure
- Problem solving
Languages
English
Advanced
Malay
Fluent
Affiliations
- Watch movie
- Listening to music
- Play drum and guitar
Courses
● ProCoach: Coaching for Outstanding Performance (2010)
● Ericsson 3G For EMI FOP (2010)
● Think On Your Feet (TOYF) (2009)
● Maxis People Management Process Program (MPMP) (2009)
● Alcatel SDH & Flash Card Configuration Training (2009)
● Motorola - Introduction to E GPRS (SYS105) Theory (2007)
● Ericsson - WCDMA Network Planning - Node Hardware Dimensioning (EAM) (2007)
● The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People Training (2006)
● Six Sigma Crash Course (2006)
● BTS Rooftop Safety (2004)
● Clear Logistics Spares Manager (CLMS) (2003)
● SSS Delta Training SR9.0 - SR10.0 for OAM (MN1705-10) (2003)
References
● Suresh Kumar A/L V. Ramachandran
○ Head of Site Rollout & Acquisition Management, Network Delivery
○ +60122040028
● Kevin Christopher Nadan
○ Manager, DNB Malaysia
○ +60122040036
Timeline
Project Manager
Maxis Broadband Sdn Bhd
Jan 2020 - Current
Diploma of Higher Education - Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunication
Telekom Malaysia
2019.01 - 2021.04
Technician
Celcom Malaysia
Jan 1995 - Dec 2000
Technician
Telekom Malaysia
1991.01 - 1995.12
Certificate of Higher Education - SPM
SMK Kuhara
Jan 1986 - Dec 1986