Senior Telecoms Field Technician | Vehicle & Training

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle for business use

Tools & safety equipment provided

Medical aid and retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms Field Technician for a hybrid role based in Centurion, Gauteng. You'll install, maintain, and repair telecom equipment across client sites, balancing on-site work with planning and reporting from a remote setup.

You will work with routers, switches, fibre, and wireless gear, provide on-site troubleshooting, and support junior technicians. A strong network background and safe-work practices are essential.

Qualifications

• NTC 3 or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on telecoms field experience.
• Strong fibre optic installation, splicing, and testing knowledge.
• Proficiency with routers, switches and transmission systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and commission telecom equipment (routers, switches, fibre, wireless).
• Perform routine maintenance and preventative checks on network infrastructure.
• Diagnose and resolve complex faults on-site with timely solutions.
• Conduct site surveys for new installations and upgrades.
• Follow safety protocols and industry best practices during field operations.
• Provide guidance to junior technicians and end-users.
• Maintain accurate site reports and equipment logs.
• Manage inventory of tools and equipment.
• Liaise with project managers and clients on progress.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

NTC 3 or equivalent

Tools

Routers & switches

Fibre testing equipment

Copper/fibre cabling tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms Field Technician for a hybrid role based in Centurion, Gauteng. You'll install, maintain, and repair telecom equipment across client sites, balancing on-site work with planning and reporting from a remote setup.

You will work with routers, switches, fibre, and wireless gear, provide on-site troubleshooting, and support junior technicians. A strong network background and safe-work practices are essential.