Field Telecom Network Engineer — Hybrid Work, Fiber & Wireless

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Certification training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain complex telecom networks in the Paarl region. The role blends on-site fieldwork for installations, upgrades and repairs with remote planning, monitoring and analysis from a home office.

You will work with fiber optic and wireless systems, ensuring reliability, performance and security for diverse clients. CCNA/CCNP are advantageous; a hybrid work model is offered with travel to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience as Telecommunications Network Engineer or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, routers, switches, firewalls.
• Experience with fiber optic and wireless systems.
• Proficient with network monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, configure, and maintain telecommunications network infrastructure.
• Perform on-site diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs to minimize disruption.
• Monitor network performance and perform proactive maintenance.
• Implement network upgrades and expansions with seamless integration.
• Develop and maintain network diagrams and configuration documentation.
• Collaborate with remote teams for planning, security assessments, and optimization.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies with timely resolution.
• Ensure network security protocols are implemented and maintained.
• Stay updated on the latest telecom technologies and networking practices.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Independent work

Time management

Education

CCNA

CCNP

Tools

Network monitoring tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain complex telecom networks in the Paarl region. The role blends on-site fieldwork for installations, upgrades and repairs with remote planning, monitoring and analysis from a home office.

You will work with fiber optic and wireless systems, ensuring reliability, performance and security for diverse clients. CCNA/CCNP are advantageous; a hybrid work model is offered with travel to client sites as needed.