Assistant Fibre Optic Technician at NRF National Research Foundation

About the position

Postion Summary:
Part of the Electronics team responsible for supporting the optical fibre network at telescope site,in the delivery of the Radio astronomy telescopes such as MeerKAT Extension and SKA-1 Mid Dish fibre network (DFN) and related activities within the goals of the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting the optical fibre installation team in DFN construction activities such as Pulling of cables through the 2-way micro duct as well as related Fibre optic construction activities as to when required
• Ensuring that fibre optic installation materials and equipment are always available and ready during fibre installation tasks
• Assist in DFN construction activities for MK+ and SKA-MID projects as well as optical fibre network site related activities as to when requiredAssist fibre installation team in performing troubleshooting tasks such as OTDR tests, Conduction link loss measurement and any other related troubleshooting tasks in an effort to timely restore the networkAssisting in preparation of patch panels Assist in cable preparation and terminationOffer technical fibre installation support in DFN fibre related activities as requireCleaning and taking good care of OFN tools and equipment Check status of OFN tools e
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• calibration records
• Reporting any issues on OFN tools for timely repairSupport DFN work as assigned

Minimum Qualification:

• Grade 12 / Senior Certificate / National Certificate / Vocational 4 /N3 N4 N5/ NQF 4

Minimum Experience:

• 1-1 years

• Grade 12 (Advantageous with Maths and Physics)Basic Fibre optics training is an added advantage Valid Driver's license

Experience:

• 1 year Fibre Optic splicing experience

Knowledge:

• Understand and identify the different types of optical connectors
• Fusion Splicing Cable preparation Patch Panel preparation and termination Basic fibre knowledge

Additional Notes:
Display excellent interpersonal [URL Removed] independently as well as in a team [URL Removed] in remote locationsResponsible and trustworthyHandle multiple tasksThe NRF website provides more details on the initiatives and activities Applicants should submit a comprehensive CV by registering and apply online through the NRF Recruitment and Selection Portal. Applications should be accompanied by a letter of motivation indicating the applicant·s suitability for the position. The names and contact details of at least three referees should be provided.

Desired Skills:

• Skilled in applied field of position
• Knowledge to be relevant
• Responsible in performing duties

About The Employer:

The National Research Foundation (NRF) supports and promotes research and human capital development through funding, the provision of National Research Facilities and science outreach platforms and programmes to the broader community in all fields of science and technology, including natural sciences, engineering, social sciences and humanities. The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) spearheads South Africa’s activities in the Square Kilometre Array Radio Telescope, commonly known as the SKA, in engineering, science and construction. SARAO is a National Facility managed by the National Research Foundation and incorporates radio astronomy instruments and programmes such as the MeerKAT telescope in the Karoo, the Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO) in Gauteng, the African Very Long Baseline Interferometry (AVN) programme in nine African countries as well as the associated human capital development and commercialisation endeavours.