Rural Wireless Network Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and provident fund

Professional development and industry認

Travel allowances and accommodation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Wireless Network Specialist to design, deploy, and manage rural wireless networks in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will evaluate terrain, perform RF planning, and install access points, routers, and bridges to deliver reliable connectivity to underserved communities.

The role requires 5+ years in wireless design, LTE/5G expertise, and strong knowledge of IP networking and security.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in wireless network design, deployment & management.
• Strong understanding of Wi‑Fi standards (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), LTE/5G, and FWA.
• Proficiency in RF planning tools and techniques.
• Experience with network monitoring and management software.
• Knowledge of IP networking, routing protocols, and security best practices.
• Ability to work independently and manage project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer wireless network solutions for rural deployments, considering terrain and population density.
• Perform site surveys, RF planning, and propagation modeling for optimal placements.
• Install, configure, and commission wireless access points, routers, bridges, and related gear.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity to maintain service levels.
• Coordinate deployment with local teams and vendors.
• Ensure security and reliability of wireless networks via proper configurations.
• Develop and maintain technical docs like diagrams and configuration guides.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand connectivity needs and provide expertise.
• Stay updated on emerging wireless technologies and best practices.
• Provide technical support and training to local staff as needed.

Skills

RF planning

Wi-Fi standards

LTE & 5G

IP networking

Routing protocols

Security best practices

Site surveys

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications

Tools

RF planning tools

Network monitoring software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Wireless Network Specialist to design, deploy, and manage rural wireless networks in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will evaluate terrain, perform RF planning, and install access points, routers, and bridges to deliver reliable connectivity to underserved communities.

The role requires 5+ years in wireless design, LTE/5G expertise, and strong knowledge of IP networking and security.