Precision Fiber Optic Splicer — Build Fast Networks

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 165,000 - 331,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Company-provided vehicle and fuel

Health insurance and retirement plan

Structured training programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Fiber Optic Splicer for our Richards Bay deployment team in KwaZulu-Natal. The role emphasizes precision splicing, testing with OTDRs, and maintaining high network integrity in outdoor environments.

You will install, repair, and troubleshoot fiber networks across aerial and underground routes, document results, and ensure safety compliance. Certification such as FOA CFOT or FSST is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Certification in fiber optic splicing is mandatory.
• Proven experience with fusion and mechanical splicing.
• Ability to read and interpret fiber network designs.

Responsibilities

• Perform fusion and mechanical splicing of fiber optic cables with high precision.
• Test splices using OTDR and other equipment.
• Install, maintain, and repair fiber networks, both aerial and underground.
• Identify and troubleshoot network faults and disruptions.
• Document splicing records, test results, and layouts.
• Adhere to safety regulations and industry standards.

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

OTDR testing

Reading fiber maps

Manual outdoor work

Safety compliance

Equipment maintenance

Education

FOA CFOT certification

FSST certification

Tools

Splicing machines

OTDRs

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Fiber Optic Splicer for our Richards Bay deployment team in KwaZulu-Natal. The role emphasizes precision splicing, testing with OTDRs, and maintaining high network integrity in outdoor environments.

You will install, repair, and troubleshoot fiber networks across aerial and underground routes, document results, and ensure safety compliance. Certification such as FOA CFOT or FSST is mandatory.