Senior Fibre Optic Technician — Field Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided vehicle

Fuel allowance

Overtime opportunities

Training and development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Fibre Optic Network Technician for field operations in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will install, splice, test, and maintain fibre networks, troubleshoot faults, and ensure service quality while engaging with customers.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, proficiency with OTDR and fusion splicers, and the ability to read technical drawings. A company vehicle and training opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of proven experience as a Fibre Optic Technician.
• Proficiency in splicing, termination, and testing of fibre optic links.
• Ability to operate OTDR and related test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, splice, and test fibre optic cables in various environments.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections of fibre optic network infrastructure.
• Diagnose and repair fibre optic network faults to minimise service disruption.
• Read and interpret network blueprints, schematics, and installation plans.
• Ensure safety and compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Document installations and repairs accurately in company systems.
• Provide guidance to junior technicians and maintain tools/equipment.

Skills

Fibre optic splicing

OTDR testing

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Tools

OTDR

Fusion splicer

Power meters

Visual fault locator

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Fibre Optic Network Technician for field operations in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will install, splice, test, and maintain fibre networks, troubleshoot faults, and ensure service quality while engaging with customers.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, proficiency with OTDR and fusion splicers, and the ability to read technical drawings. A company vehicle and training opportunities are provided.