Senior Telecoms Network Planner

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement savings

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms Network Planner for our client in Polokwane, Limpopo. This office-based role focuses on strategic planning and design of wireless and fixed-line networks, analyzing performance data and forecasting capacity to support growth.

You will collaborate with RF and core network engineers, manage planning budgets, prepare technical proposals, and ensure regulatory compliance while aligning with business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical/Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of telecommunications network planning and design experience.
• Strong understanding of wireless (2G/3G/4G/5G) and fixed-line network technologies.
• Proficiency with network planning tools and simulation software.
• Excellent analytical, forecasting, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term and short-term network expansion and upgrade plans for wireless and fixed networks.
• Analyze network traffic patterns, performance data, and utilization metrics to forecast future capacity requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for new network investments.
• Collaborate with RF engineers, core network engineers, and operations teams to integrate planning activities.
• Identify optimal locations for new network sites and equipment deployment.
• Ensure network plans adhere to technology roadmaps and business goals.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation and presentations for planning proposals.
• Manage the network planning budget and track project expenditures.
• Evaluate new network technologies and their impact on future planning.
• Ensure network designs comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Skills

Network planning

Forecasting

Capacity planning

Data analysis

Budget management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading telecommunications operator, is seeking a dedicated Senior Telecoms Network Planner to join their operations in Polokwane, Limpopo. This role is office-based and requires a meticulous individual responsible for the strategic planning and design of the company's wireless and fixed-line network infrastructure. You will analyze network performance data, forecast future capacity needs, and develop detailed expansion plans to meet growing demand and evolving technological requirements. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of network technologies, capacity management, and forecasting techniques, coupled with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. You will collaborate with various internal teams, including engineering, operations, and finance, to ensure that network plans are aligned with business objectives and budget constraints. This is a vital role that shapes the future of our client's network, ensuring reliable and high-quality services for customers across the Limpopo province. We offer a professional work environment where your contributions to strategic network development are highly valued, and career growth opportunities are actively supported. Your expertise in network planning will be crucial to our ongoing success and expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop long-term and short-term network expansion and upgrade plans for wireless and fixed networks.
• Analyze network traffic patterns, performance data, and utilization metrics to forecast future capacity requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for new network investments.
• Collaborate with RF engineers, core network engineers, and operations teams to integrate planning activities.
• Identify optimal locations for new network sites and equipment deployment.
• Ensure network plans adhere to technology roadmaps and strategic business goals.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation and presentations for planning proposals.
• Manage the network planning budget and track project expenditures.
• Evaluate new network technologies and their potential impact on future planning.
• Ensure network designs comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in telecommunications network planning and design.
• Strong understanding of wireless (2G/3G/4G/5G) and fixed-line network technologies.
• Proficiency in network planning tools and simulation software.
• Excellent analytical, forecasting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with capacity planning and network performance analysis.
• Strong financial acumen for budget management and cost analysis.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple planning projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with South African regulatory and market landscape is advantageous.

Benefits

Our client provides a competitive salary, performance incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement savings. This office-based role in Polokwane offers a stable working environment within a supportive team. Professional development opportunities, including training and potential for further education, are available. You will play a key role in shaping the future of telecommunications infrastructure in the Limpopo region, contributing to significant advancements in service delivery. Career progression within network planning and related departments is actively encouraged. Join us and make a tangible impact on connectivity across the province.