Telecommunications Engineer (Hybrid) – VoIP & Networks

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Training & development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Telecommunications Engineer to design, implement, and maintain robust telecom systems in a hybrid work setting in Gauteng (Tembisa area). You will handle voice, data, and video networks, perform diagnostics, and support end-users while coordinating with vendors.

The role requires 3–5 years of telecom experience, knowledge of SIP/H.323/TCP/IP, PBX/VoIP, and strong problem-solving and teamwork skills. Hybrid model offers in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in telecommunications engineering.
• Solid understanding of telecommunication protocols (SIP, H.323, TCP/IP).
• Experience with PBX systems, VoIP technologies, and mobile network infrastructure.
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools and diagnostic techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, configure, and maintain telecommunication systems, including PBX, VoIP, and mobile infrastructure.
• Perform network diagnostics and troubleshooting to resolve hardware and software issues.
• Monitor network performance and ensure optimal system uptime and QoS.
• Collaborate with vendors and service providers to ensure timely delivery and integration of new equipment and services.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including network diagrams and operating procedures.
• Plan and execute system upgrades and migrations.
• Assist in developing new telecom solutions to meet business needs.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and security protocols.
• Respond to critical incidents and provide technical support to end-users.

Skills

SIP

H.323

TCP/IP

PBX

VoIP

Mobile network infra

Fiber optics

Wireless comms

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in EE/Telecom/CS

Tools

Network monitoring tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Telecommunications Engineer to design, implement, and maintain robust telecom systems in a hybrid work setting in Gauteng (Tembisa area). You will handle voice, data, and video networks, perform diagnostics, and support end-users while coordinating with vendors.

The role requires 3–5 years of telecom experience, knowledge of SIP/H.323/TCP/IP, PBX/VoIP, and strong problem-solving and teamwork skills. Hybrid model offers in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.