Senior Broadband Network Planner

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary and benefits

Medical aid and retirement fund

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is partnering with a leading national telecommunications operator to hire a Senior Broadband Network Planner for the Polokwane area. This role centers on strategic planning and design of the broadband network, with a focus on expanding FTTH and fixed wireless access to underserved regions in Limpopo.

You will lead capacity planning, feasibility studies, and detailed deployment plans, collaborating with engineering, operations, and regulatory teams to ensure regulatory compliance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geography, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of network planning, design, or engineering experience in telecommunications.
• Strong understanding of broadband technologies (FTTx, fiber, wireless).
• Proficiency with GIS (ArcGIS) and network planning tools.

Responsabilités

• Develop long-term and short-term network expansion plans for broadband services, including FTTH and fixed wireless access (FWA).
• Conduct feasibility studies and site selection analysis for new network deployments.
• Create detailed network designs and deployment strategies, considering technical requirements, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
• Perform capacity planning and forecasting to ensure network scalability and performance meet future demands.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and regulatory affairs teams to align network plans with business objectives.
• Analyze network performance data and identify areas for improvement and expansion.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Stay updated on emerging broadband technologies and industry best practices.
• Assist in the tender and procurement process for network equipment and services.

Connaissances

Network planning

Capacity forecasting

Analytical thinking

Project coordination

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Eng

Outils

ArcGIS

Network planning tools

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading national telecommunications operator, is seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Broadband Network Planner to join their team in **Polokwane**. This role is critical for the strategic planning and design of the company's broadband network infrastructure, focusing on expanding high-speed internet access across underserved regions. You will be responsible for network capacity planning, feasibility studies, and developing detailed deployment plans to meet growing demand. This is a key position for influencing the future of connectivity in Limpopo and requires a blend of technical expertise and strategic foresight.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop long-term and short-term network expansion plans for broadband services, including fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) and fixed wireless access (FWA).
• Conduct feasibility studies and site selection analysis for new network deployments.
• Create detailed network designs and deployment strategies, considering technical requirements, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
• Perform capacity planning and forecasting to ensure network scalability and performance meet future demands.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and regulatory affairs teams to align network plans with business objectives.
• Analyze network performance data and identify areas for improvement and expansion.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Stay updated on emerging broadband technologies and industry best practices.
• Assist in the tender and procurement process for network equipment and services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geography, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network planning, design, or engineering within the telecommunications industry.
• Strong understanding of broadband network technologies, including fiber optics, FTTx, and wireless communication systems.
• Proficiency in using GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS) and network planning tools.
• Experience with network capacity planning and performance analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Knowledge of South African telecommunications regulations is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Work on impactful projects shaping connectivity in **Polokwane** and surrounding areas.