Fiber Optic Network Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Provident fund

Fiber optics training

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a skilled Fiber Optic Network Specialist to join our expanding telecoms team. You will deploy, maintain, and optimize fiber optic infrastructure to deliver high-speed, reliable connectivity for customers, using state-of-the-art equipment and strict quality standards.

The role requires hands-on experience with installation, splicing, testing (OTDRs, power meters), site surveys, and documentation, with a hybrid model combining on-site and office work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fiber optic cable installation, splicing, and testing.
• Proficiency with fiber optic testing equipment (e.g., OTDR, power meters, light sources).
• Understanding of fiber optic network design principles and best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret network diagrams and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and splice fiber optic cables in various environments, adhering to industry standards.
• Perform testing and diagnostics on fiber optic networks using specialized equipment such as OTDRs.
• Troubleshoot and repair fiber optic network faults, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Conduct site surveys and provide technical recommendations for fiber deployment projects.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all fiber optic network installations and repairs.
• Collaborate with project managers and field teams to ensure project success.

Skills

Fiber optic installation

Fiber optic testing

OTDR

Reading blueprints

Tools

OTDR

Power meter

Light sources

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Fiber Optic Network Specialist to join their expanding team in Pretoria . This role is essential for the deployment, maintenance, and optimization of their fiber optic infrastructure. You will be instrumental in ensuring high-speed, reliable connectivity for their customer base, working with state-of-the-art technology. The successful candidate will possess a strong technical background in fiber optics and a commitment to quality service delivery in the heart of Gauteng, contributing to the robust growth of the South African telecoms industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and splice fiber optic cables in various environments, adhering to industry standards.
• Perform testing and diagnostics on fiber optic networks using specialized equipment such as OTDRs.
• Troubleshoot and repair fiber optic network faults, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Conduct site surveys and provide technical recommendations for fiber deployment projects.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all fiber optic network installations and repairs.
• Collaborate with project managers and field teams to ensure project success.

Requirements

• Proven experience in fiber optic cable installation, splicing, and testing.
• Proficiency with fiber optic testing equipment (e.g., OTDR, power meters, light sources).
• Understanding of fiber optic network design principles and best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret network diagrams and blueprints.
• Experience working in the telecoms sector is advantageous.
• Good physical condition and ability to work at heights and in confined spaces when required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund.
• Opportunities for specialized training and certification in fiber optics.
• A hybrid work model allowing for a mix of site and office work.
• Contribution to a leading telecoms infrastructure provider in Pretoria .