Telecoms Network Planner

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Industry conferences

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng seeks a Telecoms Network Planner to shape the future of the company’s telecoms infrastructure. You will design, plan, and optimize expansions, analyzing performance data to guide capacity decisions and long-term strategy.

Hybrid work blends on-site collaboration with remote work to drive scalable network growth. The role requires strong analytical and strategic thinking with a track record in telecom network planning, plus a relevant engineering degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Network Planner or in a telecom design/strategy role.
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable network plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term network expansion and capacity planning strategies.
• Analyze network traffic, performance metrics, and growth projections.
• Design architectures to meet future business needs and tech advances.
• Create detailed implementation plans with resources and timelines.
• Collaborate with engineering and ops teams for feasible deployments.
• Evaluate new technologies and vendors for network enhancements.

Skills

Network planning

Telecom network design

Data analysis

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Planning tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Network planning tools

Simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Telecoms Network Planner to join their team in Mahikeng . This role is pivotal in designing and planning the future expansion and optimization of the company's telecommunications network infrastructure. You will analyze network performance data, identify capacity needs, and develop long-term strategic plans to ensure efficient and scalable network growth. This position offers a hybrid work model, blending on-site collaboration with the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute effectively to the company's network evolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain long-term network expansion and capacity planning strategies.
• Analyze network traffic patterns, performance metrics, and growth projections.
• Design network architectures and solutions to meet future business requirements and technological advancements.
• Create detailed network implementation plans, including resource allocation and timelines.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure feasibility and seamless deployment of planned networks.
• Evaluate new technologies and vendors to identify potential solutions for network enhancement.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Network Planner or in a similar network design and strategy role within the telecoms industry.
• Strong understanding of network architecture, routing protocols, and telecommunications technologies.
• Proficiency in network planning tools and simulation software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to interpret complex technical data and translate it into actionable plans.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus structure.
• Hybrid work environment providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• A forward-thinking team environment focused on network innovation in Mahikeng .