Telecoms Network Engineer — Build Secure Networks

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training opportunities

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a skilled Telecoms Network Engineer to join our expanding infrastructure team. The role focuses on deployment, maintenance, and optimization of the telecoms network to deliver reliable connectivity and high-quality service.

You will work on network technologies, troubleshoot complex issues, and collaborate with IT teams to ensure stable performance. A strong foundation in networking and problem-solving is essential for success in this challenging telecoms

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• 3–5 years of network engineering experience in telecoms infrastructure.
• Proficiency with TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF and MPLS.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco or Juniper devices.
• Understanding of network security best practices.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain network hardware and software (routers, switches, firewalls, servers).
• Monitor network performance and resolve issues proactively.
• Implement network security measures to protect against threats.
• Plan and execute upgrades and expansions to meet demand.
• Collaborate with IT teams for seamless service integration.
• Provide documentation for network infrastructure and configurations.

Skills

TCP/IP

BGP

OSPF

MPLS

Cisco devices

Juniper devices

Network security

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Working under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a skilled Telecoms Network Engineer to join our expanding infrastructure team. The role focuses on deployment, maintenance, and optimization of the telecoms network to deliver reliable connectivity and high-quality service.

You will work on network technologies, troubleshoot complex issues, and collaborate with IT teams to ensure stable performance. A strong foundation in networking and problem-solving is essential for success in this challenging telecoms