Senior Telecoms Infrastructure Manager

Placements24; South Africa; Híbrido; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 000 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health insurance

Bonus scheme

Retirement fund contributions

Leadership and technical training

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms Infrastructure Manager in Polokwane, Limpopo, to lead the planning, deployment, operation and maintenance of critical telecom infrastructure. The role combines hands-on leadership with strategic oversight of core networks, data centres and transmission systems.

You will manage a team of engineers, drive cost-effective deployments, ensure SLAs are met, and collaborate across departments to align infrastructure with business goals.

Qualificações

• 8+ years in telecoms infrastructure management with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical/Telecom/Computer Science or related field.
• Strong knowledge of core network technologies, SDH/OTN and data centre infra.
• Proven experience leading large-scale infrastructure projects and teams.
• Solid understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Excellent financial acumen with budget and vendor management experience.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Limpopo telecom landscape and hybrid work arrangements.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement strategic plans for telecom infrastructure deployment and maintenance.
• Lead a team of infrastructure engineers and technicians toward high performance.
• Oversee core network elements, transmission systems, data centres, and power systems.
• Ensure reliability, availability, and scalability to meet SLAs.
• Manage budgets, procurement processes, and vendor relationships.
• Establish and enforce operational procedures, safety standards, and compliance.
• Drive infrastructure upgrade projects and technology insertions.
• Conduct capacity planning, performance reviews, and risk assessments.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the team.
• Collaborate with other departments to align infrastructure with business goals.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Team management

Strategic planning

Budget management

Vendor relationships

Security principles

Analytical thinking

Travel readiness

Formação académica

Engineering degree

Ferramentas

Core networks

Data centres

Power systems

SDH/OTN

Microwave tech

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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.