Telecom Network Engineer — Build & Maintain Reliable Networks

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Certifications opportunities

Tools & equipment provided

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Telecom Network Engineer to join the on-site team in Soweto, Gauteng. The role focuses on hands-on implementation, maintenance, and support of the client’s telecommunications network to ensure reliability and optimal performance.

You will deploy new network solutions, troubleshoot existing systems, and perform routine maintenance to guarantee uninterrupted service delivery to customers. This is a pivotal role in a core telecom operations team.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering, IT or Telecommunications.
• 2–4 years of telecom network engineering or support experience.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, Ethernet, and network equipment.
• Experience with routing, switching and wireless tech.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and test telecommunications network equipment and services.
• Monitor network performance and security, responding to alerts and resolving issues.
• Perform regular maintenance, upgrades, and firmware updates on network devices.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware and software problems affecting network operations.
• Collaborate with other technical teams to implement network changes and new services.
• Maintain accurate records of network configurations, issues, and resolutions.

Skills

TCP/IP

Ethernet

Routing

Switching

Wireless

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, IT, or Telecommunications

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Telecom Network Engineer to join the on-site team in Soweto, Gauteng. The role focuses on hands-on implementation, maintenance, and support of the client’s telecommunications network to ensure reliability and optimal performance.

You will deploy new network solutions, troubleshoot existing systems, and perform routine maintenance to guarantee uninterrupted service delivery to customers. This is a pivotal role in a core telecom operations team.