Telecoms Infrastructure Planner

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a meticulous Telecoms Infrastructure Planner to join the strategy and development team in Paarl, Western Cape. You will design future network deployments, conduct feasibility studies, and develop comprehensive rollout plans for new infrastructure projects, coordinating with engineering, construction, and regulatory teams to ensure scalability.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience in network design, and proficiency with GIS and CAD tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, GIS, Urban Planning, or a related technical field.
• Demonstrated experience in infrastructure planning, project management, or network design in telecoms.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic plans for deploying telecoms infrastructure including fiber optic and wireless networks.
• Conduct site surveys, feasibility studies, and capacity planning to optimize deployment strategies.
• Analyze geographic data and zoning regulations to identify optimal routes and locations.
• Create detailed network designs, schematics, and blueprints for construction teams.
• Engage with authorities and property owners to secure permits and rights-of-way.
• Estimate costs, timelines, and resources for infrastructure projects.
• Monitor progress and identify risks, proposing mitigation strategies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/GIS/Urban Planning

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

CAD tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and forward-thinking Telecoms Infrastructure Planner to join their strategy and development team in Paarl . This role is pivotal in designing the future deployment of telecommunications networks, ensuring efficient resource allocation and long-term scalability. You will conduct site feasibility studies, analyze network requirements, and develop comprehensive deployment plans for new infrastructure projects. Collaboration with engineering, construction, and regulatory teams will be key to success. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of network topology and deployment processes to shape the future of connectivity in the Western Cape and beyond within the telecoms sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop strategic plans for the deployment of new telecommunications infrastructure, including fiber optic and wireless networks.
• Conduct site surveys, feasibility studies, and network capacity planning to optimize deployment strategies.
• Analyze geographic data and zoning regulations to identify optimal network routes and locations.
• Create detailed network designs, schematics, and project blueprints for construction and implementation teams.
• Liaise with local authorities, property owners, and other stakeholders to secure permits and right-of-way access.
• Estimate project costs, timelines, and resource requirements for infrastructure projects.
• Monitor project progress and identify potential risks or challenges, proposing mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, GIS, Urban Planning, or a related technical field.
• Proven experience in infrastructure planning, project management, or network design within the telecoms industry.
• Strong understanding of network deployment processes, including fiber optic and wireless technologies.
• Proficiency with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) and CAD tools for network design.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and spatial reasoning skills.
• Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and zoning laws pertinent to infrastructure deployment.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills for stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Support for professional development and continued learning in planning and engineering.
• An influential role in shaping the digital landscape of the region.