Telecommunications Network Planner

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Engaging work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a meticulous Telecommunications Network Planner to join our Kimberley team. The role focuses on designing capacity plans, forecasting needs, and enabling efficient deployment of new technologies in a hybrid office/remote setup.

You will develop long-term expansion plans, analyze performance data, design layouts, and collaborate with engineers and operations to implement changes. A strong background in telecom networking and forecasting is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related field required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in network planning or design in telecom.
• Strong understanding of architectures, protocols, and capacity planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term network expansion and upgrade plans based on forecasts.
• Analyze network performance data to identify optimization opportunities.
• Design network layouts and configurations meeting standards and business goals.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to implement planned changes.
• Prepare detailed reports on capacity, performance, and requirements.
• Research and evaluate new technologies and vendor solutions.

Skills

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Network design

Capacity planning

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Network modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous Telecommunications Network Planner to join their team in Kimberley . This role is vital for the strategic expansion and optimization of their network infrastructure. You will be responsible for designing network capacity plans, forecasting future needs, and ensuring the efficient deployment of new technologies. This hybrid position allows for flexibility, enabling you to work both from the office and remotely, contributing to the growth and innovation of telecommunications services in the Northern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop long-term network expansion and upgrade plans based on traffic forecasts and capacity requirements.
• Analyze network performance data to identify areas for optimization and potential bottlenecks.
• Design network layouts and configurations, ensuring alignment with technical standards and business objectives.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure seamless implementation of planned network changes.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on network capacity, performance, and future requirements.
• Research and evaluate new technologies and vendor solutions to improve network capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in network planning or design within the telecommunications industry.
• Strong understanding of network architectures, protocols, and capacity planning methodologies.
• Proficiency with network modeling and simulation tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and forecasting skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment and communicate technical information clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for performance-based increases.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and further education.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between office and remote work.
• Engaging work environment with opportunities to influence network strategy.