Fiber Optic Splicer — Travel Tech Specialist

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 165,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate or project‑bas

Significant telecom projects

Ongoing contract opportunities

Travel within Western Cape

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a skilled Fiber Optic Splicer for field operations. The role involves fusion splicing of single-mode and multi-mode fibers, using OTDR and fusion splicers, with extensive site travel.

You will install connectors, terminate patch panels, test splice integrity, and document results. This contract position offers extension based on performance and project needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years hands-on fusion splicing experience.
• Proficiency with OTDR, VFL, and insertion loss testing.
• Ability to read fiber optic schematics and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform fusion splicing of single-mode and multi-mode fibers.
• Operate and maintain fusion splicing machines and testing equipment.
• Install and terminate fiber optic connectors and patch panels.
• Conduct fiber testing to verify splice integrity and network continuity.
• Document splice results and project completion reports accurately.
• Ensure work complies with health and safety regulations.
• Travel to project sites within the Western Cape.

Skills

Fiber optic splicer

Fusion splicing

OTDR testing

Signal integrity attention

Tools

OTDR

Fusion splicer

Test equipment

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a skilled Fiber Optic Splicer for field operations. The role involves fusion splicing of single-mode and multi-mode fibers, using OTDR and fusion splicers, with extensive site travel.

You will install connectors, terminate patch panels, test splice integrity, and document results. This contract position offers extension based on performance and project needs.