Senior Telecommunications Technician: Fiber & Network Lead

Placements24; Sandton; Presencial; ZAR 700.000 - 950.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training and certification support

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Senior Telecommunications Technician to lead installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex voice and data systems in the Sandton area. You will manage fiber optic and copper cabling, network hardware, and VoIP technology, ensuring high reliability for business clients.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a senior/lead telecom role, strong diagnostics skills, and the ability to work independently or lead small on-site teams.

Formación

• Minimum of 5 years in Telecommunications Technician, in a senior/lead role.
• Proficient in fiber optic installation and testing (splicing, OTDR).
• Strong copper cabling knowledge (Cat5e/6/6a).
• Experience with switches, routers, firewalls and config.
• VoIP systems familiarity and telecom protocols.
• Ability to read technical docs and network diagrams.
• Strong troubleshooting and methodical problem-solving.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.
• Willing to work flexible hours and on-call as needed.

Responsabilidades

• Install, configure, and maintain telecommunications equipment (switches, routers, servers, PBX).
• Perform structured cabling installations (fiber and copper).
• Diagnose and resolve complex network issues.
• Conduct site surveys and design telecom solutions based on client requirements.
• Manage network upgrades and migrations.
• Perform preventative maintenance and system checks.
• Read network diagrams and blueprints.
• Respond to service escalations with timely support.
• Document installations and troubleshooting activities.
• Ensure adherence to standards and safety regulations.

Conocimientos

Fiber optic installation

Copper cabling (Cat5e/6/6a)

Network hardware configuration

VoIP systems

Troubleshooting

Technical communication

Herramientas

Fiber testing equipment

Splicing equipment

Structured cabling tools

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 seeks a Senior Telecommunications Technician to lead installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex voice and data systems in the Sandton area. You will manage fiber optic and copper cabling, network hardware, and VoIP technology, ensuring high reliability for business clients.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a senior/lead telecom role, strong diagnostics skills, and the ability to work independently or lead small on-site teams.