Senior Telecoms Network Planner

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional growth opportunities

Bonus structure

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a strategic, experienced Senior Telecoms Network Planner to lead long-term planning and evolution of the telecoms network.

You will analyze capacity, forecast demand, and develop expansion plans to support growth, with collaboration across engineering, operations and finance. The role requires a degree in engineering or CS, 8+ years in telecom planning, and strong analytical and communication skills, with hybrid work.

Qualifications

• Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in telecommunications network planning, design, or architecture.
• Deep understanding of fiber optics, wireless (4G/5G), IP networking and MPLS.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in network planning tools and capacity management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain long-term network capacity plans and roadmaps.
• Analyze network performance data, traffic trends and forecasts.
• Design scalable, resilient architectures aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations and finance for feasible plans.
• Evaluate new technologies and vendor solutions to enhance capabilities.
• Prepare reports/presentations on network plans for senior management.

Skills

8+ years experience in telecom network

Network capacity planning

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Strong communication

Education

Degree in Telecommunications Engineering or related

Tools

Network planning tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Telecoms Network Planner to join their forward-thinking team in Pretoria. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for the long-term strategic planning and evolution of the company’s telecommunications network. You will analyze network capacity, forecast future demands, and develop detailed expansion plans to support business growth and technological advancements. This position requires a blend of technical acumen, analytical prowess, and the ability to influence strategic decisions, contributing significantly to the company’s future network capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain long-term network capacity plans and technology roadmaps for telecoms infrastructure.
• Analyze network performance data, traffic trends, and business forecasts to identify future network requirements.
• Design scalable and resilient network architectures that align with strategic business objectives.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and finance teams to ensure alignment and feasibility of network plans.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and vendor solutions to enhance network capabilities and efficiency.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate network plans and recommendations to senior management.

Requirements

• Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in telecommunications network planning, design, or architecture.
• Deep understanding of various network technologies, including fiber optics, wireless (4G/5G), IP networking, and MPLS.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in network planning tools and capacity management techniques.
• Experience with financial modeling and business case development for network investments.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and provident fund.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing a balance between office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Exposure to strategic decision-making within the telecommunications sector.