Senior Telecoms Infrastructure Manager

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund with employer contrib.

Performance bonuses

Leadership & technical training

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeks a Senior Telecoms Infrastructure Manager to lead its infrastructure division. You will oversee strategic planning, deployment, operation and maintenance of core networks, transmission systems and data centres, ensuring resilience, scalability and cost efficiency.

The role combines leadership of a skilled team with hands-on architecture and project delivery, in a hybrid work model balancing office presence in Polokwane with remote work and regional travel

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years in telecommunications infrastructure management, with 3+ years in leadership.
• Knowledge of core network tech, transmission systems, data centres, and power systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for telecommunications infrastructure.
• Lead a team of infrastructure engineers and technicians.
• Oversee core network elements, transmission systems, data centres, and power systems.
• Ensure network reliability, availability and scalability to meet SLAs.
• Manage budgets, procurement processes, and vendor relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Budgeting

Vendor Management

Network Technologies

Data Centre Infra

Education

Master's or Bachelor's in Electrical/Telecom/CS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the telecoms sector, is seeking an experienced Senior Telecoms Infrastructure Manager to lead their infrastructure division in Polokwane, Limpopo . This critical role involves overseeing the strategic planning, deployment, operation, and maintenance of the company's extensive telecommunications infrastructure, including core networks, transmission systems, and data centres. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities, a deep understanding of telecom technologies, and proven experience in managing large-scale infrastructure projects and teams. You will be responsible for ensuring network resilience, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's operational efficiency and service delivery capabilities. The role utilizes a hybrid work model, balancing essential office presence in Polokwane with remote work flexibility. Join a leading organization dedicated to technological excellence and innovation in the heart of Limpopo .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for the acquisition, deployment, and maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure.
• Manage and lead a team of infrastructure engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of core network elements, transmission systems (fiber, microwave), data centres, and power systems.
• Ensure the reliability, availability, and scalability of the network infrastructure to meet service level agreements (SLAs).
• Manage infrastructure budgets, procurement processes, and vendor relationships effectively.
• Develop and enforce operational procedures, safety standards, and compliance policies.
• Lead infrastructure upgrade projects and technology insertion initiatives.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, capacity planning, and risk assessments for the infrastructure.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the infrastructure team.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure infrastructure alignment with business objectives.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in telecommunications infrastructure management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of core network technologies, transmission systems (SDH, OTN, microwave), data centre infrastructure, and power systems (DC/AC).
• Proven experience in managing large-scale infrastructure projects and operational teams.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Excellent financial acumen and experience managing budgets and vendor contracts.
• Demonstrated leadership, team management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with the telecoms landscape in Limpopo is an advantage.
• Adaptability to a hybrid work environment and ability to travel within the region as needed.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary package of ZAR.
• Comprehensive health insurance, including family cover.
• Performance-related bonuses.
• Retirement fund with generous employer contributions.
• Significant investment in leadership and technical training.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
• A stimulating work environment in Polokwane .
• Flexible hybrid working model.