Fiber Optic Network Specialist

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Tools and equipment provided

Medical aid

Provident fund

Training and development

Secure position in growing sector

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Fiber Optic Network Specialist to join our operations in Gauteng. You will deploy, maintain, and optimize fiber optic infrastructure, working hands-on in various field environments to ensure high-performance connectivity for our growing customer base.

The role emphasizes field deployment, fault diagnosis, asset documentation, and collaboration with engineering teams on network design and upgrades. Safety and operational excellence are critical.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Fiber Optic Technician or similar role in telecoms.
• Proficient in fusion and mechanical splicing and termination.
• Familiar with OTDR, fiber scopes and testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and splice fiber optic cables per standards.
• Perform OTDR testing and loss measurements to verify performance.
• Diagnose and repair fiber issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of fiber assets and test results.
• Collaborate on network design and capacity planning.
• Ensure safety compliance during field operations.
• Operate and maintain fiber testing and splicing equipment.
• Assist planning of network upgrades and expansions.
• Provide guidance to junior technicians.

Skills

Fiber optic splicing (fusion & mecha)

OTDR testing

Troubleshooting and fault diagnosis

Field operations in outdoor enviro

Tools

OTDR & fiber testing equipment

Fiber optic scopes

Conduit installation techniques

Aerial cable deployment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a leading innovator in the **telecoms** industry, actively expanding its high-speed fiber optic network. We are looking for a dedicated Fiber Optic Network Specialist to join our operations based in **Tembisa, Gauteng**. This role is essential for the deployment, maintenance, and optimization of our client's advanced fiber optic infrastructure, ensuring reliable and high-performance connectivity for a growing customer base. The successful candidate will be hands-on, working in various field environments to ensure the physical integrity and operational excellence of our fiber network. This is a ground-floor opportunity to make a tangible impact in a critical infrastructure sector within **South Africa**.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and splice fiber optic cables in accordance with industry standards and best practices.
• Perform fiber optic testing, including OTDR, insertion loss, and power meter measurements, to verify network performance and identify faults.
• Diagnose and repair fiber optic network issues, minimizing downtime and service interruptions.
• Maintain accurate records of fiber optic network assets, including splice points, cable routes, and test results.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on network design and capacity planning for fiber optic deployments.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies during all field operations.
• Operate and maintain specialized fiber optic testing and splicing equipment.
• Assist in the planning and execution of network upgrades and expansions.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior technicians.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Fiber Optic Technician or similar role within the **telecoms** or related industry.
• Demonstrated proficiency in fiber optic splicing techniques (fusion and mechanical) and termination.
• Skilled in using OTDR, fiber scopes, and other fiber optic testing equipment.
• Solid understanding of fiber optic network principles, standards, and cable types.
• Ability to read and interpret fiber optic network designs, schematics, and blueprints.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent physical stamina and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Experience with conduit installation and aerial cable deployment is a plus.
• Familiarity with network documentation software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, reflecting your expertise in fiber optics.
• Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art fiber optic technology.
• Company-provided tools and equipment.
• Medical aid and provident fund benefits.
• Training and development programs focused on fiber optics and network technologies.
• A stable and secure position within a growing sector in **Gauteng**.
• Paid time off and sick leave.