Telecom Installation Supervisor - Lead Field Teams

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 254,000 - 304,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Career development

Company vehicle

Retirement fund contribution

Paid leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape seeks a Telecommunications Installation Supervisor to oversee field installation teams and projects. You will ensure safe, high-quality deployment of telecom equipment across customer sites and network facilities, guiding crews and coordinating with project managers to meet schedules and specifications.

The role requires strong leadership, solid knowledge of voice, data, fiber optics and wireless systems, and the ability to read technical drawings.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in a supervisory or team lead role in telecom installation.
• Solid understanding of voice, data, fiber optics and wireless technologies.
• Experience reading technical drawings and installation manuals.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field installation teams and oversee network setup.
• Ensure installations follow project plans, technical specifications, and company standards.
• Monitor and enforce safety regulations and conduct safety briefings.
• Manage daily work schedules, assign tasks, and guide installation crews.
• Conduct quality inspections of completed work and address issues promptly.
• Train and mentor installation technicians, fostering skill development and teamwork.
• Liaise with project managers and clients to provide updates on installation progress.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, materials used, and completion status.
• Ensure proper inventory management and care of tools and equipment by the teams.
• Troubleshoot installation challenges and provide technical support to resolve site issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Reading blueprints

Team supervision

Field service

Education

Telecommunications certifications

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape seeks a Telecommunications Installation Supervisor to oversee field installation teams and projects. You will ensure safe, high-quality deployment of telecom equipment across customer sites and network facilities, guiding crews and coordinating with project managers to meet schedules and specifications.

The role requires strong leadership, solid knowledge of voice, data, fiber optics and wireless systems, and the ability to read technical drawings.