Senior Telecom Deployment Engineer – 5G/LTE Networks (Paarl)

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company vehicle & fuel allowance

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Exposure to diverse deploymentprojects

Supportive team in Paarl

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecom Network Deployment Engineer for Paarl, Western Cape. This role focuses on the successful rollout of new network technologies across multiple sites, demanding hands-on deployment, testing, and coordination with field teams.

The ideal candidate brings 6+ years of telecom deployment experience, IP/MPLS/LTE/5G expertise, and a strong track record in project delivery within the telecoms sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• 6+ years in telecommunications network deployment and implementation.
• Hands-on experience deploying and configuring IP networks, MPLS, LTE and 5G.
• Proficient with network testing equipment and diagnostic tools.
• Experience with vendor equipment from major telecom manufacturers.
• Strong understanding of network protocols and architectures.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license for travel within the Western Cape.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Paarl, Western Cape.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage the deployment of telecommunications network equipment and services.
• Install, configure, and commission network hardware including routers, switches, base stations and related infrastructure.
• Develop deployment plans, work orders, and site readiness assessments.
• Perform testing and validation of deployed networks for functionality and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve deployment issues; coordinate with field technicians and project managers.
• Maintain documentation of deployments, configurations and test results.
• Provide technical guidance to junior deployment engineers and technicians.

Skills

IP networks

MPLS

LTE/5G

Network testing

Vendor equipment

Network protocols

Project management

Driver's license

Relocation willingness

Education

Diploma or Bachelors in Electrical/Telecommunications

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecom Network Deployment Engineer for Paarl, Western Cape. This role focuses on the successful rollout of new network technologies across multiple sites, demanding hands-on deployment, testing, and coordination with field teams.

The ideal candidate brings 6+ years of telecom deployment experience, IP/MPLS/LTE/5G expertise, and a strong track record in project delivery within the telecoms sector.