Field Fiber Optic Network Engineer – Vehicle and Training

Placements24; George; Presencial; ZAR 180.000 - 320.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Health benefits

Training programs

Career progression

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is hiring a Fiber Optic Network Specialist for our George, Western Cape operations. You will plan, install, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cabling systems, ensuring high-speed connectivity for residential and business customers.

The role requires hands-on experience with OTDRs, fusion splicers and fault locators, plus the ability to read blueprints and schematics. A valid driver's license and FOA certification are advantageous.

Formación

• Experience in planning, installing, terminating and splicing fiber optic cables.
• Proficiency with OTDR, light meters and fault locators for testing and fault finding.
• Knowledge of single-mode and multi-mode fiber and associated network topology.
• Ability to read and interpret network blueprints, schematics and drawings.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, install, terminate, and splice fiber optic cables according to standards.
• Test and certify newly installed fiber optic networks using OTDR and related tools.
• Diagnose and resolve faults to minimize downtime and service interruptions.
• Conduct site surveys to determine routing and installation methods.
• Maintain records of installations, tests and repairs.
• Collaborate with project managers and construction teams to meet timelines.
• Ensure safety regulations are followed during field operations.
• Provide technical guidance to junior technicians.

Conocimientos

Fiber optic theory

Network topology understanding

Reading blueprints

Problem solving

Educación

FOA Certification

Herramientas

OTDRs

Light meters

Fault locators

Fusion splicer

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is hiring a Fiber Optic Network Specialist for our George, Western Cape operations. You will plan, install, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic cabling systems, ensuring high-speed connectivity for residential and business customers.

The role requires hands-on experience with OTDRs, fusion splicers and fault locators, plus the ability to read blueprints and schematics. A valid driver's license and FOA certification are advantageous.