Keith Pitout

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Extending the connectivity to the Unconnected - Wireless Broadband Specialist @ Indigo Broadband SA (Pty) Ltd
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Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, South Africa
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About Keith Pitout

I am experienced in General Business management, Network Operations, Network Planning, General Telecoms and Project Management for both Telco's and TowerCo's and ISP’s. I have a broad knowledge across power solutions , RF, IT, transmission, Broadband services, HFC and FTTx networks, spare parts management, repair process and support as well as overall business and budget management. I have spent many years in African operations both as an operator and a vendor/supplier so have a good knowledge of both sides of the game.Challenges motivate me and my motto is to find technical solutions to commercial opportunitiesI have a vast experience ranging from: • Fixed line Telecom planning build and maintenance• Mobile network planning, rollout planning, Network Operations, • Management of ISP /IPTV network with GPON and HFC cable distribution in challenging conditions and limited resources. • Power Hybrid solutions to telecom sites. • Site management/monitoring systems including the like of Site Master and Inala • On site fuel management systems• Integrated Site Asset Management systems • Power installations• Renewable power hybrid solutions • Spare parts management and Repair Management to optimise spares stock level and ensure life cycle management.

Keith Pitout's Current Company Details
Indigo Broadband SA (Pty) Ltd

Indigo Broadband Sa (Pty) Ltd

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Extending the connectivity to the Unconnected - Wireless Broadband Specialist
Keith Pitout Work Experience Details
  • Indigo Broadband Sa (Pty) Ltd
    Cto
    Indigo Broadband Sa (Pty) Ltd Oct 2017 - Present
    Focused on setting up FWA Networks and Residential Public W-Fi Hotspots projects to server underserved and unconnected communities.
  • Jamii Sa
    Co-Founder
    Jamii Sa Feb 2021 - Nov 2023
  • Kumbaya, Inc. - Innovative Iot Solutions To End Poverty
    Managing Director - Sub Saharan Africa
    Kumbaya, Inc. - Innovative Iot Solutions To End Poverty Apr 2018 - Aug 2019
    The Hague, South Holland, Nl
  • Self-Employed
    Independent Consultant
    Self-Employed Jan 2018 - Apr 2018
    Currently Looking for opportunities in the Mobile, Rural Broadband , Towerco, Alternate Power solutions, Integrated Logistic and spare management.
  • Intelvision Seychelles
    Chief Technical Officer
    Intelvision Seychelles Oct 2016 - Oct 2017
    Currently responsible for Intelvision HFC/GPON and core network for the distribution of TV/Internet/voice solutions. Tasked to improve quality of service network stability and expansion.
  • Independant
    Telecoms Professional
    Independant Jul 2015 - Sep 2016
    Currently looking for new Opportunities in the Telecom / Mobile Network sector
  • Indigo Telecom Group Limited
    Chief Technical Officer
    Indigo Telecom Group Limited Nov 2014 - Sep 2016
    Sg
    Leading the Indigo Group and Indigo Broadband RSA in the new technology of TV White Space broadband applications with ground breaking developments in this field.Currently exploring the application of UHF cognitive smart radios in the TVWS range in underground mining to create an effective wireless data network. At POC stage but positive results and technology development in this type or wireless data is exciting. Waiting for the regulation of TVWS to be able to roll out cost effective rural last mile wireless solutions. It is expected to be regulated towards the end of 2016.
  • Indigo Telecom
    Program Director
    Indigo Telecom Dec 2013 - Dec 2014
    Brisbane, Qld, Au
    Managing the roll out and implementation of a pilot network in collaboration with Microsoft and the Government of Kenya providing low cost rural Internet services using TV White Space radio systems. connecting clinics, school, Government county offices and creating Wi-fi hotspots in previously inaccessible areas. This will uplift the rural communities and provide access to information at affordable costs.
  • Gsm Systems
    Country Manager
    Gsm Systems Feb 2012 - Sep 2013
    Miami, Florida, Us
    I am responsible for the management of the GSM systems spares parts management system for a major mobile network operator in Kenya involving complete inventory manamgent of the operational spares. WE also perform equipment testing and repair for various types of GSM netowrk equipment.
  • Self Employed
    Consultant
    Self Employed Feb 2011 - Mar 2011
    Currently between positions.
  • Qte Installations (T) Ltd
    Managing Director
    Qte Installations (T) Ltd Mar 2010 - Feb 2011
    Managing Director of a turnkey service provider for the Telecommunication industry in Tanzania
  • Fogeys Railway House Restaurant
    Owner
    Fogeys Railway House Restaurant Jul 2005 - Jun 2010
    Za
  • Fogeys Railway House Restaurant
    Owner
    Fogeys Railway House Restaurant Jul 2005 - Jun 2009
    Za
    Hospitality and entertainment
  • Self Emplyed
    Telecomunications Consultant
    Self Emplyed Mar 2007 - Jun 2009
    With plenty of years in the Telecommunications Operations and roll out I have plenty to offer as a CTO, Program manager, Business development, Planning, Network roll out and Asset/logistic management of mobile networks. Currently Available.
  • Celtel International
    Consultant
    Celtel International 2007 - 2008
  • Celtel Drc
    Technical Director
    Celtel Drc Jan 2004 - Jan 2005
    Nl
    I was responsible for all GSM network planning, budgets and optimisation.
  • Celtel International
    Technical Director Ops Reviews
    Celtel International Jul 2003 - Oct 2003
    Nl
    I was responsible for Tehcincal and IT reviews of certain Operations in Africa for Celtel International as a precourse to an IPO listing.
  • Alcatel Altech Telecoms
    Regional Progam Manager
    Alcatel Altech Telecoms 1997 - 1999
    Roll out of Rural Wireless Local Loop project for Telkom in Eastern and Western Cape
  • Vodacom
    Senior Manager Opertions
    Vodacom 1994 - 1996
    Midrand, Gauteng, Za
    I was responsible for all Network operations ( RAN and Switching) and roll out for the Western Cape Area which initially included Free State and Eastern Cape in the early startup days.
  • Vodacom
    Senior Operations Manager
    Vodacom 1994 - 1996
    Midrand, Gauteng, Za
  • Telkom
    Deputy Director
    Telkom 1979 - 1989
    Centurion, Gauteng, Za
    Regional Manager for all Telkom Operations and maintenance in the Goldfields and Easter Free State

Keith Pitout Skills

Telecommunications Gsm Project Planning Wireless Business Development Management Networking Mobile Devices Cellular Communications 3g Network Design Ip Rollout Business Strategy Budgets Project Management Start Ups Product Management Managed Services Strategy Integration Team Management Wireless Technologies Team Leadership Computer Network Operations Mobile Communications Renewable Energy Systems Leadership Business Planning Lte Strategic Planning Pre Sales Internet Protocol Sales Management New Business Development Account Management Broadband Microwave Negotiation Solution Selling Program Management Intelligent Power Solutions Hybrid Poower Solution Integrated Spares And Inventory Managment Mobile Technology Bss Ran Rf 2g Open Source Software

Keith Pitout Education Details

  • University Of Cape Town
    University Of Cape Town
    Electrical Engineering
  • Cbc Pretoria
    Cbc Pretoria
    Matric
  • Christian Brother College Pretoria
    Christian Brother College Pretoria
    Matric

Frequently Asked Questions about Keith Pitout

What company does Keith Pitout work for?

Keith Pitout works for Indigo Broadband Sa (Pty) Ltd

What is Keith Pitout's role at the current company?

Keith Pitout's current role is Extending the connectivity to the Unconnected - Wireless Broadband Specialist.

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What schools did Keith Pitout attend?

Keith Pitout attended University Of Cape Town, Cbc Pretoria, Christian Brother College Pretoria.

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Keith Pitout has skills like Telecommunications, Gsm, Project Planning, Wireless, Business Development, Management, Networking, Mobile Devices, Cellular Communications, 3g, Network Design, Ip.

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