Lead Field Technician: Fibre & Wireless Installations

Herotel Telecoms (Pty) Ltd; Komatipoort; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Risk Benefits

Medical Benefits

Health and Lifestyle Programmes

Internal Academy

Job summary

Herotel Telecoms (Pty) Ltd in Komatipoort is seeking a Senior Field Technician to lead advanced fibre and wireless installations, repairs and site surveys across our networks. You’ll mentor junior technicians, perform quality and safety checks and ensure customer satisfaction on every site visit.

The role requires hands-on expertise, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work overtime or on-call. You’ll document findings and contribute to continuous improvement within the networks team.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 qualification required.
• Minimum 2 years’ Fibre Optic splicing experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ RF/Wireless experience.
• Advanced networking knowledge is advantageous.
• Experience with fibre troubleshooting tools such as OTDR and fusion splicing equipment.
• Proficiency in fibre termination and fusion splicing techniques.
• Strong working knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Technical training in Electronics, IT, Networking, VoIP or related fields is advantageous.
• Valid driver’s licence with a clean driving record.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee advanced fibre and wireless installations, repairs and site surveys.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections with RF and Fibre teams.
• Execute advanced fibre troubleshooting including splicing and testing.
• Troubleshoot wireless issues including signal testing and CPE optimization.
• Document findings with accurate reporting and photographic evidence.
• Mentor junior technicians and track safety and quality standards.

Skills

Fibre Optic Splicing

RF/Wireless

Advanced Networking

Leadership & Mentoring

Analytical & Problem-solving

Attention to Detail

Manual Dexterity with Tools

Education

Grade 12

Tools

OTDR

Fusion Splicing Equipment

Hand & Power Tools

Job description

Herotel Telecoms (Pty) Ltd in Komatipoort is seeking a Senior Field Technician to lead advanced fibre and wireless installations, repairs and site surveys across our networks. You’ll mentor junior technicians, perform quality and safety checks and ensure customer satisfaction on every site visit.

The role requires hands-on expertise, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work overtime or on-call. You’ll document findings and contribute to continuous improvement within the networks team.