On-Site Telecom Field Engineer – Install, Repair & Travel

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Company vehicle for business use

Medical and retirement fund benefits

Travel allowance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Telecom Field Service Engineer for our client based in Cape Town, Western Cape. The role covers on-site installation, maintenance, and repair of telecom infrastructure with extensive travel across the Western Cape.

You will work independently and with a field team, ensuring high uptime, quick issue resolution, and strict safety compliance while delivering professional service to clients.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications or related field.
• 3–5 years in a telecom field service role.
• Experience installing/troubleshooting wireless and wired telecom systems (GSM, LTE, Fibre).
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site installation, configuration and testing of telecom equipment.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to ensure performance and longevity.
• Diagnose and resolve network and equipment failures.
• Document service activities and maintain accurate logs.
• Provide guidance to junior technicians and end-users.
• Adhere to safety protocols and company procedures.

Skills

Field service experience

Troubleshooting telecom systems

Driver's license

Customer-facing communication

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field

Tools

Network diagnostic tools

Test equipment (GSM/LTE, fibre)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Telecom Field Service Engineer for our client based in Cape Town, Western Cape. The role covers on-site installation, maintenance, and repair of telecom infrastructure with extensive travel across the Western Cape.

You will work independently and with a field team, ensuring high uptime, quick issue resolution, and strict safety compliance while delivering professional service to clients.