Telecoms Network Planner

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Telecoms Network Planner based in Randburg to design and expand network infrastructure, forecast future needs, and plan deployments of new technologies. You will collaborate with engineering, operations, and business teams to align network plans with goals and market demands.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, with experience in telecom network planning, architecture design, and the use of modeling/simulation tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Significant experience in telecom network planning and design.
• In-depth knowledge of fiber optics, wireless, IP networking and relevant protocols.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Experience with network modeling and simulation tools is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term and short-term network plans, including capacity planning and technology roadmaps.
• Design scalable and resilient network architectures for wired and wireless telecommunications services.
• Analyze network performance data and traffic patterns to identify areas for improvement and expansion.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure network deployments adhere to planned timelines and budgets.
• Evaluate and recommend new network technologies and solutions to enhance service offerings and operational efficiency.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, reports, and presentations for stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Network modeling tools

Simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic Telecoms Network Planner to contribute to the design and expansion of their network infrastructure, based in Randburg . This role is critical in forecasting future network needs, designing efficient and scalable network architectures, and planning the deployment of new technologies and services. You will collaborate closely with engineering, operations, and business development teams to ensure that network plans align with strategic goals and market demands. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of network technologies, and the ability to translate complex requirements into actionable network plans, driving the future growth of our client's telecommunications capabilities in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop long-term and short-term network plans, including capacity planning and technology roadmaps.
• Design scalable and resilient network architectures for wired and wireless telecommunications services.
• Analyze network performance data and traffic patterns to identify areas for improvement and expansion.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure network deployments adhere to planned timelines and budgets.
• Evaluate and recommend new network technologies and solutions to enhance service offerings and operational efficiency.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, reports, and presentations for stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Significant experience in telecom network planning and design.
• In-depth knowledge of various network technologies, including fiber optics, wireless, IP networking, and relevant protocols.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Experience with network modeling and simulation tools is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse teams.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in network architecture.
• A hybrid work model offering flexibility between the Randburg office and remote work.
• Contribution to the strategic direction of a growing telecommunications company.
• A collaborative environment focused on innovation and future-proofing network infrastructure in Gauteng .