Broadband Network Planner

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Team environment

Planning tools provided

Stable employment

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a meticulous Broadband Network Planner to design and optimize network infrastructure. You will plan fiber and fixed wireless deployments, assess feasibility, and forecast capacity to meet rising demand.

Join a team focused on regulatory compliance, cost-effective solutions, and timely delivery with close collaboration across engineering and deployment groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Telecommunications, Civil) or related field is required.
• Proven experience in network planning, design, or engineering within telecommunications.
• Proficiency with CAD software and GIS tools for network mapping and design.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed network plans for broadband deployment (fiber, fixed wireless).
• Conduct feasibility studies and site surveys for new builds and extensions.
• Forecast network capacity and future demand.

Skills

Network planning

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Telecommunications, Civil) or related field

Tools

CAD software

GIS tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major telecommunications provider in Benoni, Gauteng , is seeking a meticulous and forward-thinking Broadband Network Planner. This role is central to the expansion and optimization of our client's broadband infrastructure. You will be responsible for designing efficient and cost-effective network plans, ensuring optimal coverage and capacity to meet growing customer demand. This involves detailed spatial planning, capacity forecasting, and the integration of new technologies. You will work closely with engineering and deployment teams to translate plans into reality, ensuring the seamless delivery of high-speed internet services. This is a critical role that directly influences the quality and reach of our client's network, playing a key part in their commitment to connecting communities in Benoni and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed network plans for broadband infrastructure deployment, including fiber optic and fixed wireless technologies.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site surveys for new network builds and extensions.
• Analyze network capacity requirements and forecast future demand.
• Identify optimal routes for network cabling and equipment placement.
• Prepare technical drawings, maps, and documentation for installation and construction teams.
• Ensure network designs comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to align planning efforts.
• Evaluate new technologies and methodologies for network planning and optimization.
• Manage planning project timelines and resources effectively.
• Perform cost analysis for proposed network expansions.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Telecommunications, Civil) or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in network planning, design, or engineering within the telecommunications industry.
• Strong understanding of broadband technologies (e.g., FTTH, FTTx, DSL, Fixed Wireless Access).
• Proficiency with CAD software and GIS tools for network mapping and design.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Familiarity with South African telecommunications regulations is advantageous.
• Based in or able to commute to Benoni, Gauteng .

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary of R .
• Opportunities for professional development and training in advanced planning tools.
• Contribution to significant infrastructure projects shaping connectivity in the region.
• A collaborative team environment.
• Provision of necessary planning software and tools.
• Stable employment with a reputable telecommunications company.