Fiber Optic Network Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full remote work flexibility

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development courses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Fiber Optic Network Specialist for a fully remote role serving Polokwane and the wider South Africa region. You will design, implement, and maintain high-speed fiber networks, ensuring performance, scalability and reliability for telecom services.

You will perform OTDR testing, read schematics, and manage documentation while collaborating with a distributed team to deliver cutting-edge fiber technology.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate in Fiber Optics, Telecommunications or Electronics.
• 3–5 years of hands-on fiber optic network experience.
• Proficient in splicing techniques and equipment usage.
• Experience with OTDR testing and interpreting results.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan fiber optic network layouts, routes and splicing plans.
• Oversee installation and activation of new fiber links and equipment.
• Conduct fiber testing using OTDR and power meters.
• Diagnose and repair fiber faults to minimize service disruption.
• Maintain accurate network documentation and test results.
• Stay updated on fiber tech and industry standards.

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

OTDR testing

Network design

Documentation

Reading schematics

Education

Diploma in Fiber Optics / Telecommunications / Electronics

Tools

OTDR

Fusion splicer

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous Fiber Optic Network Specialist to join their operations, working remotely. This role is essential for the design, implementation, and maintenance of our client's high-speed fiber optic network, which forms the backbone of their telecommunications services. You will be instrumental in ensuring network integrity, performance, and scalability, contributing to the delivery of reliable connectivity solutions. This position offers the chance to work with advanced fiber technologies and collaborate with a distributed team dedicated to excellence in the telecoms sector .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and plan fiber optic network layouts, including routes, splicing plans, and equipment placement.
• Oversee the installation and activation of new fiber optic links and associated equipment.
• Perform fiber optic testing, including OTDR (Optical Time Domain Reflectometer) and power meter measurements.
• Diagnose and repair fiber optic cable faults, ensuring minimal service disruption.
• Maintain accurate documentation of the fiber network, including as-built drawings and test results.
• Stay updated on advancements in fiber optic technology and industry standards.

Requirements

• Relevant technical diploma or certification in Fiber Optics, Telecommunications, or Electronics.
• 3-5 years of direct experience working with fiber optic networks.
• Proficiency in fiber optic splicing techniques and equipment usage.
• Experience with OTDR testing and interpretation of results.
• Knowledge of fiber optic cable types, connectors, and standards.
• Ability to read and interpret network schematics and blueprints.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based incentives.
• Full remote work flexibility, enabling a balanced lifestyle.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and opportunities for professional development courses.
• Engage with cutting-edge fiber optic technology and contribute significantly to the telecoms infrastructure in Polokwane .