Telecommunications Network Planner

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Professional growth opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, is seeking a seasoned Telecommunications Network Planner to design and optimize future network architecture. The role focuses on scalability, capacity forecasting, and alignment with business goals, requiring deep knowledge of IP/MPLS/DWDM and modeling tools.

Join a forward-looking team in a hybrid work environment, collaborating across engineering and operations to deliver robust network plans and cost-effective solutions for our telecom clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Telecommunications Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in telecommunications network design and planning.
• In-depth knowledge of network architectures, IP/MPLS/DWDM, and related technologies.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with experience in capacity planning and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term network expansion and upgrade plans.
• Analyze network traffic data and performance to identify capacity requirements.
• Design network topologies and configurations to meet future demands.
• Evaluate and recommend new network technologies and solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations on implementation strategies.
• Prepare detailed network plans, forecasts, and cost estimations.
• Ensure plans comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies for network growth.
• Model network scenarios to assess impacts of new services or traffic patterns.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Telecommunications Engineering

Analytical thinking

Capacity planning

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Telecommunications Engineering

Tools

Network modeling tools

Network simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading telecommunications infrastructure company, is seeking a strategic and analytical Telecommunications Network Planner to join their expanding operations in Vereeniging, Gauteng. This role is essential for designing and optimizing the future network architecture, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of network technologies, capacity planning, and forecasting, coupled with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. You will be instrumental in shaping the network's evolution and ensuring it meets the growing demands of our customer base. This position requires a forward-thinking individual with a deep knowledge of network design principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop long-term network expansion and upgrade plans.
• Analyze network traffic data and performance metrics to identify capacity requirements.
• Design network topologies and configurations to meet future demands.
• Evaluate and recommend new network technologies and solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams on implementation strategies.
• Prepare detailed network plans, forecasts, and cost estimations.
• Ensure network plans comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies for network growth.
• Model network scenarios to assess the impact of new services or traffic patterns.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in telecommunications network design and planning.
• In-depth knowledge of network architectures, protocols (e.g., IP, MPLS, DWDM), and technologies.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with experience in capacity planning.
• Proficiency in network simulation and modeling tools.
• Excellent understanding of current and emerging telecommunications trends.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to articulate complex plans.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with project management principles is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund contributions are provided.
• Opportunities for professional growth, including attendance at industry conferences and specialized training, are available.
• This role offers a hybrid work model, allowing for a balance between in-office collaboration and remote work, fostering flexibility for our team members in Vereeniging.
• You will be part of a forward-looking team shaping the future of telecommunications infrastructure.