Telecom Field Supervisor - Lead Tech Team (Vehicle Provided)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonuses

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Telecommunications Field Supervisor to lead a team of technicians in Mahikeng, North West. You will oversee installation, maintenance and repair tasks, ensuring safety, quality, and customer satisfaction across the service area.

The role requires strong leadership and telecom knowledge, plus experience with field service management software and scheduling. A valid driver’s license is essential, with a professional telecom background preferred.

Qualifications

• Supervise field operations and teams in telecom field
• Strong technical knowledge of broadband, fiber, and IP networking
• Proven leadership and staff management abilities
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols in field service
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to manage schedules, resources and priorities
• Experience with field service management software
• Valid driver's license with clean record
• High school diploma; telecom certification desirable

Responsibilities

• Supervise, guide, and mentor a team of field technicians
• Schedule and assign work orders to technicians based on priority, skill set, and location
• Monitor team performance, conduct reviews, and provide feedback
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations on job sites
• Conduct regular site inspections and QA checks of work
• Assist technicians with complex technical issues and troubleshooting
• Manage inventory and resources allocated to the field team
• Act as liaison between field team and management, reporting progress
• Identify training needs and coordinate development opportunities
• Foster a positive, collaborative team environment aimed at operational excellence

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Field operations

Telecom knowledge

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Communication skills

Scheduling

Field service software

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Technical diploma

Telecommunications certification

Tools

Field service software

Reporting tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Telecommunications Field Supervisor to lead a team of technicians in Mahikeng, North West. You will oversee installation, maintenance and repair tasks, ensuring safety, quality, and customer satisfaction across the service area.

The role requires strong leadership and telecom knowledge, plus experience with field service management software and scheduling. A valid driver’s license is essential, with a professional telecom background preferred.