Junior Telecoms Network Planner

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

On-the-job training and mentorship

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a Junior Telecoms Network Planner to join the expanding team. This entry-level role focuses on design and planning for telecommunications infrastructure, assisting senior planners, and supporting capacity optimization in Gauteng.

The ideal candidate has a degree or diploma in electrical engineering or telecoms, strong analytical skills, and good communication. The position offers training, mentorship, and a hybrid work setup with opportunities for career

Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical field.
• Foundational knowledge of telecommunications networks and technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and planning of telecommunications networks, including capacity planning and forecasting.
• Support the creation of network diagrams, documentation, and project plans.
• Analyze network data to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Collaborate with engineering and field operations teams to ensure successful project implementation.
• Conduct research on new technologies and methodologies relevant to network planning.
• Help maintain network inventory and asset management databases.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Data analysis (Excel)

Problem-solving

Education

Electrical Engineering / Telecommunications degree or diploma

Tools

Excel

Job description

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Junior Telecoms Network Planner to join their expanding team in Vereeniging . This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to develop skills in network design and planning for telecommunications infrastructure. You will assist senior planners in developing network strategies, optimizing capacity, and ensuring the efficient deployment of new services across Gauteng . The ideal candidate is eager to learn, possesses strong analytical abilities, and has a foundational understanding of network principles within the telecoms sector .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and planning of telecommunications networks, including capacity planning and forecasting.
• Support the creation of network diagrams, documentation, and project plans.
• Analyze network data to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Collaborate with engineering and field operations teams to ensure successful project implementation.
• Conduct research on new technologies and methodologies relevant to network planning.
• Help maintain network inventory and asset management databases.

Requirements

• A degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical field.
• Foundational knowledge of telecommunications networks and technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and benefits package.
• Comprehensive on-the-job training and mentorship.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company.
• Hybrid work environment offering a balance of office and remote work.
• Exposure to a wide range of telecoms projects in Vereeniging .