Telecoms Network Deployment Engineer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 540,000 - 860,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company-provided tools and equipment

Comprehensive health benefits

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a hands-on Telecoms Network Deployment Engineer to oversee installation and commissioning of new network infrastructure in Kimberley. You will manage site readiness, equipment install, and initial testing to ensure services meet performance standards from day one.

The ideal candidate has a technical degree, 3-5 years in telecom deployment or field engineering, and strong project coordination, with hands-on hardware experience and knowledge of testing methodologies.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 3-5 years in network deployment or field engineering within telecom.
• Hands-on experience with telecom hardware installation and configuration.
• Familiarity with network testing tools and methodologies.
• Strong project management and coordination skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute deployment of new telecom network equipment and services.
• Coordinate with field technicians, vendors, and stakeholders during deployment.
• Perform site surveys and readiness for equipment installation.
• Conduct acceptance testing and commissioning of deployed network elements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve deployment issues.
• Maintain records of deployment progress and configurations.

Skills

Network deployment

Field engineering

Project management

Troubleshooting

Site surveys

Commissioning

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications or related field

Tools

Testing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a hands-on Telecoms Network Deployment Engineer to oversee the installation and commissioning of new network infrastructure in Kimberley . This role is crucial for bringing new network services online, ensuring they meet performance and quality standards from day one. You will work closely with planning and operations teams to manage site readiness, equipment installation, and initial testing phases. The ideal candidate is technically proficient, organized, and adept at managing project timelines and technical challenges in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute the deployment of new telecom network equipment and services.
• Coordinate with field technicians, vendors, and other stakeholders during deployment activities.
• Perform site surveys and ensure readiness for equipment installation.
• Conduct acceptance testing and commissioning of newly deployed network elements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues encountered during the deployment process.
• Maintain detailed records of deployment progress and technical configurations.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3-5 years of experience in network deployment or field engineering roles within the telecom sector.
• Hands-on experience with telecom hardware installation and configuration (e.g., base stations, routers, switches).
• Familiarity with network testing tools and methodologies.
• Strong project management and coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential project bonuses.
• Company-provided tools and equipment.
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Training opportunities to stay current with deployment technologies.
• A vital role in expanding network capabilities in the Kimberley region.