Network Engineer - Tier 4

Herotel Telecoms (Pty) Ltd; Parow; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecom company is seeking an experienced Network Engineer - Tier 4 to enhance core network performance in Plattekloof. The role involves installation, troubleshooting, and managing advanced network configurations and security protocols. Ideal candidates will possess robust skills in OSPF, MPLS, and Mikrotik routers, with proven problem-solving abilities and team collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years of Network Engineer experience required.
• OSPF Routing Expert with MPLS Intermediate/Expert.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas both written and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Manage RFC deployment and compliance.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network performance.
• Compile reports and manage projects effectively.

Skills

Network Engineering

Problem-solving

Communication

Time Management

Education

MTCNA Certification

MTCRE Certification

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Mikrotik Routers

UBNT

Cambium

Juniper

Job description

Applications are invited for the Network Engineer - Tier 4 position to be based in Plattekloof.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: Network Engineers deal with both hardware and software. On the hardware side of things, they perform hands-on installation and maintenance tasks on network components such as routers, switches and cables on core networks. Network Engineers plan, monitor and optimise core network activity. They constantly plan, maintain, develop and improve network security.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Manage the RFC deployment and compliance.
• Manage capacity planning.
• Implement and administrate any required change management
• OSPF planning, management and optimization.
• MPLS/VLANs planning, configuration and management.
• Planning and advanced, maintenance and support of:
  • Router configurations and L2 Switching.
  • Network device management.
• Advanced IP planning, deployment and management.
• Advanced Firewall planning, deployment and management.
• Logical design, drawing and documentation of networks (as per RFC).
• Responsible for monitoring and troubleshooting the network.
• Enforcement of SOP.
• Escalate all advanced RF or Fibre problems to relevant departments.
• Reports into the NOC Team Leader and assists with management, planning, implementation and maintenance.
• Manage projects effectively.
• Advanced fault finding.
• Compile reports as required.
• Any adhoc task as per the operational requirement of the business.

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• 5 years Network Engineer experience.
• OSPF Routing Expert.
• MPLS Intermediate/Expert.
• Mikrotik Routers Expert.
• L2 Switching Expert.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas both written and verbally.
• Must be able to compose and manage complex network.
• Networking Expert / Expert +.
• Proven experience on: UBNT & Cambium.
• BGP experience.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to work quickly, effectively and under pressure.
• Advanced Problem-solving skills.
• Time management skills.
• Good Communication skills (written and verbal).
• Build and maintain strong team and interdepartmental relationships.

Education Requirements:

• MTCNA Certification.
• MTCRE Certification.
• A relevant tertiary qualification would be advantageous.
• Juniper experience is advantageous

PLEASE NOTE:

• Preference will be given to Previously Disadvantaged Individual candidates in line with Herotel’s Employment Equity Plan.
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