Tech Officer: Core Network Field Ops

About this role

Telkom’s Openserve division is hiring a Tech Officer for its core network field operations in Brits, North West. You will look after telecoms equipment across core and access networks, both on site and through remote checks.

What you’ll do

• Carry out routine maintenance and preventative checks on equipment and systems, including monitoring performance and updating records.
• Diagnose and repair faults, from receiving the fault report to testing the repaired equipment.
• Install and activate equipment and services, then test and label them.
• Commission new installations by running acceptance tests and functional checks.
• Recover, scrap or return old equipment and store instruments safely.
• Complete compliance paperwork, such as claim forms, site surveys and asset checks, and report any problems you find.

What you need

• Grade 12 (NQF 4), such as the National Senior Certificate, or a National Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Certificate in Engineering (NQF 6).
• 6 months to 1 year of relevant experience, or 3 years of relevant experience. Current or former Telkom full-time bursars, learnership and internship candidates need at least 12 months of relevant experience instead.
• A valid driver’s licence (required).
• Colour vision (physical requirement).
• Ability to work at heights and climb masts and towers (physical requirement).
• Willingness to work after hours, overtime and on standby for after-hours call-outs.
• Basic computer skills and good communication and teamwork skills.

Is this job for you?

This job suits someone who enjoys hands-on technical work and does not mind travelling to sites. You should be comfortable working at heights, be happy to take call-outs outside normal hours, and be keen to learn about telecoms technology.

Tips before you apply

• Have your Grade 12 certificate, any engineering qualification and your driver’s licence ready to upload or show.
• List any telecoms, electrical or field maintenance work you have done. Include the equipment types you have handled.
• Show your experience clearly on your CV, with dates, employer names and the tasks you completed, so the 6-month, 1-year or 3-year requirement is easy to check.