Fiber Optic Technician - Telecoms

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 117,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan options

Tools provided

Advancement opportunities

Overtime eligibility

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a skilled Fiber Optic Technician to join our telecoms team, focusing on installation, splicing, testing, and maintenance of fiber networks across Gauteng.

You will work with OTDR, power meters, and light sources, read schematics, ensure safety, and document results. This role offers hands-on work with modern equipment and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Fiber Optic Technician or in a related field.
• Proficiency in splicing, termination, and testing techniques.
• Familiarity with fiber optic test equipment and safety procedures.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work flexible hours in the Randburg region.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and splice fiber optic cables in various environments.
• Perform fiber optic testing using OTDR, power meters, and light sources to ensure signal integrity.
• Diagnose and repair faults in fiber optic networks.
• Read and interpret fiber optic schematics and blueprints.
• Maintain and manage fiber optic equipment and tools.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and according to company standards and industry best practices.
• Document installation and testing results accurately.

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

Termination

Testing techniques

Reading schematics/blueprints

Safety procedures

Physical dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification

Tools

OTDR

Power meters

Light sources

Fiber optic testing equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Fiber Optic Technician to join their team in Randburg. This position is crucial for the installation, splicing, testing, and maintenance of fiber optic networks, ensuring high-speed data transmission capabilities for their customers. You will be working with state-of-the-art equipment and play a key role in expanding and maintaining the integrity of the company's fiber infrastructure. This is a hands‑on role for an individual committed to quality and precision in the telecoms sector, serving the greater Gauteng area.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and splice fiber optic cables in various environments.
• Perform fiber optic testing using OTDR, power meters, and light sources to ensure signal integrity.
• Diagnose and repair faults in fiber optic networks.
• Read and interpret fiber optic schematics and blueprints.
• Maintain and manage fiber optic equipment and tools.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and according to company standards and industry best practices.
• Document installation and testing results accurately.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant technical certification is a strong advantage.
• Proven experience as a Fiber Optic Technician or in a related field.
• Proficiency in fiber optic splicing, termination, and testing techniques.
• Familiarity with fiber optic test equipment and safety procedures.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces when required.
• Good physical condition, dexterity, and attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work flexible hours in the Randburg region.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with potential for overtime.
• Company-provided tools and equipment.
• Health insurance and retirement plan options.
• Opportunities for advancement within the telecoms field.
• Work on critical infrastructure projects.