Telecom Infrastructure Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary

Remote work

Home office stipend

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Telecom Infrastructure Manager to lead a fully remote infrastructure team in the telecommunications sector. You will oversee planning, deployment, and ongoing management of a national network, ensuring high performance, reliability, and security while empowering team members to excel remotely.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering or Computer Science, 10+ years in telecom infra with 3+ years in leadership, strong network architecture, budget

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years in telecommunications infrastructure management, with 3+ years in leadership.
• Strong network architecture, deployment, and operations experience (fiber, wireless, data centers).

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure.
• Develop strategic plans for upgrades, expansions, and new deployments.
• Oversee network performance monitoring, ensuring uptime, capacity, and QoS.
• Manage infrastructure budgets, vendor relationships, and procurement processes.
• Establish and enforce policies, procedures, and best practices for infra management.
• Ensure robust security measures to protect the network infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align infra strategy with business goals.
• Drive adoption of new technologies within the infrastructure domain.
• Oversee incident response and disaster recovery planning for infra services.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management for the infra team.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Telecom network knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic force in the telecommunications sector, is seeking a strategic and experienced Telecom Infrastructure Manager to lead their fully remote infrastructure team. This leadership role is pivotal in overseeing the planning, deployment, and ongoing management of our robust telecommunications network. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest levels of network performance, reliability, and security across all our operational facets. As a fully remote organization, we foster a collaborative culture driven by innovation and empower our team members to excel from anywhere. If you possess strong leadership capabilities, a deep understanding of telecom infrastructure, and thrive in a flexible, remote work environment, this is an unparalleled opportunity to make a significant impact. You will guide a team of skilled professionals, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure our infrastructure meets the demands of a rapidly evolving industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the team responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for infrastructure upgrades, expansions, and new deployments.
• Oversee network performance monitoring, ensuring optimal uptime, capacity, and quality of service.
• Manage infrastructure budgets, vendor relationships, and procurement processes.
• Establish and enforce operational policies, procedures, and best practices for infrastructure management.
• Ensure robust security measures are in place to protect the network infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align infrastructure strategy with business objectives.
• Drive innovation and the adoption of new technologies within the infrastructure domain.
• Manage incident response and disaster recovery planning for infrastructure services.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management for the infrastructure team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in telecommunications infrastructure management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in network architecture, deployment, and operations (e.g., fiber, wireless, data centers).
• Strong understanding of telecommunications technologies, protocols, and industry standards.
• Demonstrated experience in budget management, vendor negotiation, and contract management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think strategically and drive complex projects to completion in a remote setting.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools.
• Familiarity with ITIL best practices is a plus.
• Must be legally eligible to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive executive-level salary, comprehensive health insurance, a generous retirement plan, and performance-based bonuses.
• The position provides significant autonomy and the flexibility of a fully remote work arrangement, including a stipend for home office setup.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and participation in industry-leading conferences.

Join a company that is shaping the future of telecommunications. This leadership role is crucial for our ongoing success, operating remotely with oversight across our national infrastructure, including operations near Mahikeng, North West, ZA.