Field Telecom Installer – Fibre & Networking (Travel Perks)

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 165,000 - 344,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tools provided

Safety equipment provided

Travel allowances

Industry certifications opportunities

Long-term contract extensions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Systems Installer for our Pretoria field operations. This hands-on role covers installation, configuration, and testing of fibre optic networks, routers, switches, and wireless equipment at client sites.

You will read schematics, work on-site in commercial buildings and data centres, maintain records, and collaborate with project managers. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are essential; on-site work only.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in telecommunications installations, with fibre optics and networking preferred.
• Experience in fibre optic splicing, termination and testing.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and site plans.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel for onsite work.
• Comfortable working at heights and in varying environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test fibre optic cables and hardware.
• Configure routers, switches, modems, and wireless access points.
• Perform network cabling installations to standards.
• Test and troubleshoot installed systems for optimal connectivity.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics for planning.
• Work on-site at commercial buildings, data centres and outdoors.
• Maintain accurate installation and test records.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure timely completion.
• Adhere to safety regulations and company policies.
• Provide basic end-user support for new installations.

Skills

Fibre optics

Networking

Cable termination

Testing

Read schematics

Driver's license

Tools

Network testing equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Systems Installer for our Pretoria field operations. This hands-on role covers installation, configuration, and testing of fibre optic networks, routers, switches, and wireless equipment at client sites.

You will read schematics, work on-site in commercial buildings and data centres, maintain records, and collaborate with project managers. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are essential; on-site work only.