Telecoms Network Planner

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and analytical Telecoms Network Planner in East London, SA. The role focuses on forecasting network needs, capacity expansion planning, and guiding infrastructure deployment to meet growing demand.

You will collaborate with engineering, operations, and business development teams to craft long-term network strategies while balancing remote planning with local team coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in network planning, design, or engineering within the telecoms industry.
• Strong understanding of network architectures, protocols, and transmission technologies.
• Proficiency in network planning tools and capacity management methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing independent work with team collaboration in East London.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term network expansion and capacity plans based on traffic forecasts, market analysis, and technology trends.
• Analyze network performance data to identify areas requiring upgrades or optimization.
• Design network architecture proposals, including the selection of appropriate technologies and equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to ensure timely and cost-effective implementation of network plans.
• Evaluate new technologies and vendors for potential integration into the network roadmap.
• Prepare reports and presentations for management on network development strategies and recommendations.

Skills

Network planning

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Network planning tools

Capacity management methodologies

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and analytical Telecoms Network Planner to contribute to their infrastructure development in East London . This role is vital for forecasting future network needs, planning capacity expansions, and ensuring the efficient deployment of telecommunications infrastructure to meet growing demand. You will work closely with engineering, operations, and business development teams to create long-term network strategies. This hybrid position offers the flexibility to manage planning activities remotely while ensuring essential collaboration with local teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop long-term network expansion and capacity plans based on traffic forecasts, market analysis, and technology trends.
• Analyze network performance data to identify areas requiring upgrades or optimization.
• Design network architecture proposals, including the selection of appropriate technologies and equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to ensure the timely and cost-effective implementation of network plans.
• Evaluate new technologies and vendors for potential integration into the network roadmap.
• Prepare reports and presentations for management on network development strategies and recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network planning, design, or engineering within the telecoms industry.
• Strong understanding of network architectures, protocols, and transmission technologies (e.g., fiber optics, wireless).
• Proficiency in network planning tools and capacity management methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing independent work with team collaboration in East London .

Benefits

• An annual salary of R , commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and participation in industry-leading projects.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• A challenging and rewarding role within the dynamic telecoms sector.