Telecoms Network Implementation Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, South Africa, seeks a hands-on Telecoms Network Implementation Engineer to deploy, configure, and integrate new network equipment. You will work with planning and operations teams to ensure efficient rollouts that meet technical specs.

The role focuses on implementing routers, switches, firewalls, and related gear, with a hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for professional development in critical infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• 3–5 years of hands-on telecoms network deployment experience.
• Experience with TCP/IP, MPLS and BGP; configuration management.
• Ability to work under deadlines and coordinate in Upington.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and test network hardware and software per design specs.
• Integrate new network elements into existing infrastructure for seamless operation.
• Perform upgrades, patching, and maintenance on network devices and platforms.
• Develop and execute detailed implementation plans and tests.
• Troubleshoot issues during deployment to minimize disruption.
• Document configurations, procedures, and network changes clearly.

Skills

Hands-on networking

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Networking fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications

Tools

Routers

Switches

Firewalls

Networking gear

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proficient Telecoms Network Implementation Engineer to join their dynamic team in Upington . This role is responsible for the successful deployment, configuration, and integration of new telecommunications network equipment and systems. You will work closely with planning and operations teams to ensure that network rollouts are executed efficiently and meet technical specifications. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer to contribute to the advancement of network infrastructure in the Northern Cape province, working on critical deployment projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and test new network hardware and software components according to design specifications.
• Integrate new network elements into the existing infrastructure, ensuring seamless connectivity and operation.
• Perform system upgrades, patching, and maintenance on network devices and platforms.
• Develop and execute detailed implementation plans and test procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues encountered during the implementation phase, minimizing disruption.
• Document all implemented configurations, procedures, and network changes accurately.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in telecommunications network implementation or deployment.
• Hands-on experience with routers, switches, firewalls, and other networking equipment.
• Proficiency in network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, MPLS, BGP) and configuration management.
• Strong technical troubleshooting skills and the ability to work effectively under project deadlines.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies is beneficial for coordinating activities in Upington .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote settings.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge telecommunications technology and contribute to vital infrastructure projects.