Telecoms Network Planner - Strategic Growth

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, seeks a strategic Telecoms Network Planner to drive long-term network planning and evolution. The role focuses on capacity, coverage, and technology advancement, analyzing performance data and forecasting future needs.

Collaboration with RF, core, and operations is essential to align planning with execution. The successful candidate will study market trends, prepare plans and business cases, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term network strategies and roadmaps for capacity, coverage, and technology evolution.
• Analyze current network performance, utilization, and traffic trends to identify future requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for network expansion and upgrade projects.
• Collaborate with RF engineering, core network teams, and operations to ensure alignment of planning with execution.
• Forecast future demand for telecommunications services and plan network resources accordingly.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and their potential impact on the network and business strategy.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and proposals for senior management regarding network plans and investments.
• Ensure network plans comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Skills

5+ years exp

LTE/5G knowledge

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Telecoms/Computer Science

Tools

Network planning tools

Simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key player in the South African telecommunications industry, is seeking a strategic Telecoms Network Planner to join their expanding team in East London, Eastern Cape. This vital role involves the long-term planning and strategic development of the company's network infrastructure, ensuring future capacity, coverage, and technological advancements meet market demands. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing network performance data, forecasting future needs, and developing comprehensive plans for network evolution. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of connectivity in Eastern Cape and beyond. We are looking for a forward-thinking individual with strong analytical and planning capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop long-term network strategies and roadmaps for capacity, coverage, and technology evolution.
• Analyze current network performance, utilization, and traffic trends to identify future requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for network expansion and upgrade projects.
• Collaborate with RF engineering, core network teams, and operations to ensure alignment of planning with execution.
• Forecast future demand for telecommunications services and plan network resources accordingly.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and their potential impact on the network and business strategy.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and proposals for senior management regarding network plans and investments.
• Ensure network plans comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Contribute to the development of business cases for new network infrastructure investments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in telecommunications network planning, design, or engineering.
• Strong understanding of mobile network architectures (e.g., LTE, 5G), transport networks, and IP networking.
• Experience with network planning tools and simulation software.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and the ability to translate complex data into actionable plans.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Project management experience is an advantage.
• Familiarity with the telecoms market in East London or the Eastern Cape region is beneficial.
• Master's degree or relevant certifications are a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement contributions, and excellent opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the telecommunications infrastructure in East London. Join a dedicated team focused on innovation and service excellence in the South African telecoms sector. Our client fosters a professional and collaborative work environment.