On-site Telecom Field Engineer: Connectivity & Installations

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a skilled Telecom Field Engineer to join our deployment and maintenance team. The role focuses on installation, commissioning, and on-site troubleshooting of telecommunications equipment and infrastructure at client sites.

You will work with routers, switches, base stations, and transmission systems, perform routine maintenance, diagnose issues, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while delivering reliable connectivity.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Field Engineer or Telecom Technician.
• Strong knowledge of telecom hardware and network protocols.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues on-site.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and test telecom equipment such as routers, switches, base stations, and transmission systems.
• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on network infrastructure.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues and network faults on site.
• Interpret drawings, schematics, and work orders to guide installations.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance during all work.
• Document field activities, test results, and issues encountered.
• Provide on-site technical support and guidance to customers as needed.

Skills

Field engineering experience

Telecommunications hardware

Network protocols

Troubleshooting

Education

Technical qualification in Electronics/Telecommunications

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a skilled Telecom Field Engineer to join our deployment and maintenance team. The role focuses on installation, commissioning, and on-site troubleshooting of telecommunications equipment and infrastructure at client sites.

You will work with routers, switches, base stations, and transmission systems, perform routine maintenance, diagnose issues, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while delivering reliable connectivity.