Senior Fibre Network Deployment Manager

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical aid

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Senior Fibre Network Deployment Manager to lead large-scale fibre optic projects in Benoni, Gauteng. This hybrid role combines on-site oversight with strategic planning at the office to deliver networks on time, within budget and to high quality standards.

You will coordinate internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, monitor progress, and drive continuous process improvements across deployment activities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in large-scale fibre deployment projects.
• Experience supervising field teams and subcontractors.
• Degree in Civil, Electrical, or construction-related field.
• Knowledge of fibre splicing, testing, and installation standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases from planning to commissioning.
• Coordinate internal teams, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Develop schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Ensure safety, codes, and quality standards are met.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and mitigate issues.
• Engage clients and authorities to ensure success.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Civil/Electrical Eng degree

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major telecommunications infrastructure company, is seeking a results-driven Senior Fibre Network Deployment Manager to oversee and direct large-scale fibre optic network construction projects in and around Benoni, Gauteng. This role is crucial for ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and high-quality deployment of fibre networks that form the backbone of modern communication. You will be responsible for managing project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders, ensuring adherence to safety standards, quality benchmarks, and project timelines. This hybrid position offers a blend of site-based oversight and office-based strategic planning, contributing to the expansion of critical infrastructure in Benoni. You will play a vital role in delivering cutting-edge fibre solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of fibre optic network deployment projects, from planning and design to construction and commissioning.
• Oversee and coordinate the work of internal project teams, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations, building codes, and company standards.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Conduct regular site inspections and quality assurance checks.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Manage project documentation, including reports, permits, and as-built drawings.
• Drive continuous improvement in deployment processes and methodologies.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in managing large-scale fibre optic network deployment projects.
• Proven experience in supervising field teams and subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of fibre optic technologies, splicing, testing, and installation standards.
• Knowledge of civil works, duct laying, trenching, and overhead deployment methods.
• Experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for project bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and disability cover.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced project management training.
• Generous annual leave and family responsibility leave.
• A hybrid work model balancing site and office flexibility.
• Key role in shaping the future of connectivity in Benoni.