Telecom Network Planner

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Presencial; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Salary bonus

Medical coverage

Provident fund

Training opportunities

Annual leave

Relocation help

Stable environment

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Telecom Network Planner for our Bloemfontein, Free State, ZA office. You will lead long-term network expansion, capacity planning, and resource allocation to ensure robust, future-proof infrastructure and service excellence.

This role requires collaboration with engineering and operations teams and a strong analytical mindset. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 4 years of telecom planning experience, with solid

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in telecom network planning or engineering.
• Strong knowledge of mobile architectures (2G-5G) and IP networking.
• Experience with network planning tools and forecasting methods.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Develop long-term network expansion plans based on traffic forecasts and service demand.
• Conduct capacity planning for transmission, radio access, and core networks.
• Identify bottlenecks and propose solutions for capacity upgrades and network enhancements.
• Analyze network performance data to identify trends and optimizations.
• Develop network design specifications and technical requirements for new infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure designs are technically feasible and aligned with goals.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on network plans, capacity status, and future requirements.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and their potential impact on network planning.
• Assist in evaluating new network technologies and vendor solutions.
• Ensure network plans comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelors in EE/Telecom

Herramientas

Planning tools

Traffic forecasting

IP networking

Simulation tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a significant provider of telecommunications infrastructure, is seeking a meticulous and forward-thinking Telecom Network Planner to join their team in Bloemfontein, Free State, ZA. This role is central to the strategic development and expansion of our network, focusing on long-term planning, capacity management, and resource allocation. You will be responsible for analyzing network performance, forecasting future needs, and designing network evolution strategies to ensure we meet growing demands and maintain service excellence. This is an office-based role, vital for close collaboration with engineering and operations teams to ensure our network infrastructure is robust and future-proofed. We are looking for a professional with strong analytical skills and a comprehensive understanding of telecommunications network technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop long-term network expansion and evolution plans based on traffic forecasts and service demand.
• Conduct capacity planning and analysis for various network elements, including transmission, radio access, and core networks.
• Identify network bottlenecks and propose solutions for capacity upgrades and network enhancements.
• Analyze network performance data to identify trends and areas for optimization.
• Develop network design specifications and technical requirements for new infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure designs are technically feasible and align with strategic goals.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on network plans, capacity status, and future requirements.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and their potential impact on network planning.
• Assist in the evaluation of new network technologies and vendor solutions.
• Ensure network plans comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in telecommunications network planning or engineering.
• Strong understanding of mobile network architectures (2G, 3G, 4G, 5G) and IP networking principles.
• Experience with network planning tools and traffic forecasting methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an office environment.
• Familiarity with the telecommunications landscape in Bloemfontein, Free State, ZA is advantageous.
• Experience with simulation tools for network modeling is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus structure.
• Full medical coverage and disability insurance.
• Company-contributed provident fund.
• Opportunities for specialized training and professional development.
• Generous annual leave.
• Relocation assistance may be considered for exceptional candidates.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Bloemfontein.