Telecom Network Planner

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Hybrid work arrangement

Comprehensive medical and dental

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, is seeking a Telecom Network Planner to lead strategic planning and design of our telecom network infrastructure. This hybrid role focuses on capacity, coverage, and performance to meet current and future demands.

You will analyze network data, forecast traffic trends, and develop expansion strategies, working with engineering, operations, and deployment teams to translate plans into actionable projects that shape connectivity in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in telecommunications network planning or design.
• Strong understanding of mobile network technologies (2G/3G/4G/5G), transport networks (IP/MPLS), and core network architecture.
• Proficiency with network planning tools and simulation software (e.g., Atoll, Planet, TEMS).
• Experience in capacity planning, traffic forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks governing telecommunications in South Africa.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term and short-term network expansion and upgrade plans based on traffic forecasts and performance analysis.
• Conduct site surveys and feasibility studies for new network deployments and capacity enhancements.
• Design network architectures, including radio access, transport, and core network elements.
• Utilize network planning tools and software to model network performance and optimize resource allocation.
• Collaborate with vendors to evaluate and select appropriate network equipment and technologies.
• Prepare detailed planning documentation, including network diagrams, capacity reports, and cost estimates.
• Ensure network plans comply with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Work with deployment teams to ensure accurate and efficient implementation of network plans.
• Monitor network performance post-deployment and refine future planning strategies.
• Identify opportunities for technological innovation and service improvements within the network.

Skills

Network planning

Traffic forecasting

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Telecommunications Engineering

Tools

Atoll

Planet

TEMS

GIS tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major telecommunications operator, is looking for a skilled Telecom Network Planner to join their team in Vereeniging, Gauteng. This hybrid role is responsible for the strategic planning and design of the company's telecommunications network infrastructure, ensuring it meets current and future demands for capacity, coverage, and performance. You will analyze network data, forecast traffic trends, and develop optimal network expansion strategies. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, operations, and deployment teams to translate network plans into actionable projects. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of connectivity in Vereeniging and the broader Gauteng region, contributing to the deployment of advanced communication services. The role requires a blend of technical expertise, analytical skills, and strategic thinking within a dynamic industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop long-term and short-term network expansion and upgrade plans based on traffic forecasts and performance analysis.
• Conduct site surveys and feasibility studies for new network deployments and capacity enhancements.
• Design network architectures, including radio access, transport, and core network elements.
• Utilize network planning tools and software to model network performance and optimize resource allocation.
• Collaborate with vendors to evaluate and select appropriate network equipment and technologies.
• Prepare detailed planning documentation, including network diagrams, capacity reports, and cost estimates.
• Ensure network plans comply with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Work with deployment teams to ensure accurate and efficient implementation of network plans.
• Monitor network performance post-deployment and refine future planning strategies.
• Identify opportunities for technological innovation and service improvements within the network.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in telecommunications network planning or design.
• Strong understanding of mobile network technologies (2G/3G/4G/5G), transport networks (IP/MPLS), and core network architecture.
• Proficiency with network planning tools and simulation software (e.g., Atoll, Planet, TEMS).
• Experience in capacity planning, traffic forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks governing telecommunications in South Africa .
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple planning projects simultaneously.
• Experience with GIS tools for network mapping is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
• Retirement fund with employer contribution.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and certifications.
• Generous annual leave and paid sick leave.
• Exposure to cutting-edge telecommunications technology.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Career advancement prospects within a growing company.
• Performance-based bonuses.