Telecommunications Network Planner

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development and training

Career advancement in Vereeniging

Stable work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a strategic Telecommunications Network Planner to lead long-term capacity planning and design of the telecommunications infrastructure in Gauteng and beyond. You will forecast future network needs and develop roadmaps aligned with business objectives.

You will work with engineering and operations to translate complex technical requirements into actionable plans, ensuring scalable, efficient networks that meet performance targets and support growth in the

Qualifications

• 5+ years in telecommunications network planning, design, or engineering.
• Solid understanding of fiber optics, wireless, and IP networking.
• Experience with network planning tools and capacity management software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to explain complex concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term network capacity and expansion plans based on traffic forecasts and business growth.
• Design network architecture and select technologies to meet future service requirements and targets.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for upgrades and deployments.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders to evaluate new technologies and solutions.
• Create detailed network design documents including topology diagrams and implementation plans.
• Monitor network performance trends and identify bottlenecks or capacity issues.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering or related field

Tools

Network planning tools

Capacity management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and analytical Telecommunications Network Planner to join their team in Vereeniging . In this critical role, you will be responsible for the long-term planning and design of our telecommunications infrastructure, ensuring capacity, scalability, and efficiency. You will work closely with engineering and operations teams to forecast future network needs and develop strategic roadmaps that align with business objectives. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of network technologies, and the ability to translate complex technical requirements into actionable plans for the Gauteng region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain long-term network capacity and expansion plans based on traffic forecasts and business growth projections.


• Design network architecture and select appropriate technologies to meet future service requirements and performance targets.


• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed network upgrades and new deployments.


• Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders to evaluate new technologies and solutions.


• Create detailed network design documents, including topology diagrams, equipment specifications, and implementation plans.


• Monitor network performance trends and proactively identify potential bottlenecks or capacity issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in telecommunications network planning, design, or engineering.


• Solid understanding of current and emerging network technologies, including fiber optics, wireless, and IP networking.


• Experience with network planning tools and capacity management software.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.


• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance incentives.


• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.


• Opportunities for professional development and training in network planning methodologies.


• A stable and dynamic work environment in Vereeniging with opportunities for career advancement.


• Contribution to the strategic direction of a leading telecommunications company.