Telecommunications Network Planner

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Sur place; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Salary package

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a strategic Telecommunications Network Planner to lead long-term network planning and capacity management. The role focuses on forecasting needs, identifying expansion opportunities, and aligning plans with business goals.

It requires a strong analytical mindset and a deep understanding of network architectures, with on-site presence in Richards Bay. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 6 years in telecom network design/planning, experience with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related quantitative field.
• Minimum 6 years in telecommunications network design, planning, or engineering.
• Strong understanding of network architectures, protocols and technologies (fiber, wireless, MPLS, IP).
• Experience with network capacity planning tools and data modelling for forecasting.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills; able to present complex information clearly.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and knowledge of SA telecoms landscape.

Responsabilités

• Develop and maintain long-term strategic network plans considering capacity and market trends.
• Analyze current network performance data to identify improvements and investments.
• Forecast network traffic growth and plan capacity upgrades and expansions.
• Evaluate new technologies and assess applicability.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to align plans with implementation.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on network strategies and recommendations.
• Develop business cases for network investments including cost-benefit analysis.
• Identify risks to network growth and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure plans comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Stay current with industry best practices in network planning and design.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications/Electrical Engineering/CS

Outils

GIS tools

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading telecommunications provider, is actively seeking a strategic and analytical Telecommunications Network Planner to join their growing team in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal . This vital role focuses on the long-term strategic planning and capacity management of the company's network infrastructure. You will be responsible for forecasting future network needs, identifying opportunities for network expansion and optimization, and ensuring that the network can support future service demands and technological advancements. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a comprehensive understanding of network architectures, and the ability to translate business requirements into actionable network plans. This role is based in Richards Bay and requires on-site presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain long-term strategic network plans, considering capacity, technology evolution, and market trends.
• Analyze current network performance data to identify areas for improvement and future investment.
• Forecast network traffic growth and plan for necessary capacity upgrades and expansions.
• Evaluate new telecommunications technologies and assess their potential impact and applicability.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure alignment between network plans and implementation capabilities.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on network development strategies and recommendations.
• Develop business cases for network investments, including cost-benefit analysis.
• Identify potential risks and challenges to network growth and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure network plans comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Stay current with industry best practices in network planning and design.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in telecommunications network design, planning, or engineering.
• Strong understanding of network architectures, protocols, and technologies (e.g., fiber optics, wireless, MPLS, IP).
• Experience with network capacity planning tools and techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis and modeling for network forecasting.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Experience with GIS tools for network mapping is an advantage.
• Knowledge of the South African telecoms landscape.

Benefits

• Our client offers an attractive salary package of R per annum , comprehensive medical aid, and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a leading organization are provided.
• The role is located in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal , requiring a full-time commitment on-site.