Network Technician I: Cabling, Installation & Support

Tharisa Plc; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Tharisa Plc is seeking an IT Network Technician to install and maintain the physical network infrastructure across mining sites. The role involves inspecting, cleaning, repairing equipment, and ensuring reliable network availability for computers, phones, and devices.

The incumbent will update the asset database, perform cable testing, label equipment, and provide technical support to IT teams, under supervision, contributing to TM project expansions and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience installing and maintaining network infrastructure.
• Familiarity with safety guidelines for field installations.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain physical network infrastructure, including network points for devices and equipment.
• Test cabling (copper, fibre, wireless) and report connectivity issues.
• Update the asset database with network equipment and warranty information.
• Label equipment for easy identification and maintenance.
• Provide IT technical support to IT groups and site departments as needed.
• Assist in network infrastructure projects and relocation support as required.

Skills

Network installation

Cable testing

IT support

Safety compliance

Asset management

Tools

Cable testers

Asset database tools

Job description

Tharisa Plc is seeking an IT Network Technician to install and maintain the physical network infrastructure across mining sites. The role involves inspecting, cleaning, repairing equipment, and ensuring reliable network availability for computers, phones, and devices.

The incumbent will update the asset database, perform cable testing, label equipment, and provide technical support to IT teams, under supervision, contributing to TM project expansions and operational efficiency.