About the position
SENIOR INFRASTRUCTURE TECHNICIAN
Location: Centurion, Pretoria
NON-NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENTS:
ROLE OVERVIEW:
The Senior Infrastructure Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and optimisation of ISP and telecommunications infrastructure, including wireless, fibre, and network systems.
The role involves configuring network equipment, performing high-site and tower installations, fault-finding, and ensuring stable connectivity across sites.
It also includes supervising junior technicians, managing stock and site maintenance, and ensuring strict health and safety compliance in a fast-paced field environment.
Please note that only candidates who meet all the requirements will be contacted for the opportunity.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Minimum requirements:
- Matric / Grade 12 (essential).
- 3–5 years’ experience in ISP, telecommunications, or network infrastructure environments (essential).
- Strong hands-on experience with wireless, fibre optic, and network equipment installations.
- Competent in configuring routers, switches, and wireless networking equipment.
- Experience working on high-sites, towers, and remote infrastructure locations (valid working at heights with RFA advantageous).
- Solid understanding and proven experience with fibre splicing, testing, and fault troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with network monitoring tools (e.g. Zabbix) and basic IP networking principles.
- Ability to lead, supervise, and mentor junior technicians on-site.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex field issues.
- Knowledge of OHSA regulations and commitment to strict safety compliance.
- Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to sites as required.
Personality Traits:
- Strong communication, accountability, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Customer Equipment Installation:
- Deliver professional equipment installations that ensure reliable connectivity and customer satisfaction.
- Supplier & Stock Management:
- Maintain accurate stock control to support efficient operational planning and service delivery.
- Site & Property Maintenance:
- Ensure company facilities and technical sites remain safe, functional, and well-maintained.
- Team Supervision & Leadership:
- Provide leadership and technical guidance to maintain high-quality workmanship and team performance.
- Training & Staff Development:
- Support technician development through training, mentoring, and skills enhancement initiatives.
- Health & Safety Compliance:
- Promote a safe working environment by strictly adhering to health and safety standards.
- High-Site Installations & Tower Work:
- Perform specialised high-site installations to maintain reliable network infrastructure.
- Fibre Sites & Installations:
- Ensure dependable fibre connectivity through accurate installation, maintenance, and fault resolution.
- Maintenance & Fault Resolution:
- Maintain network stability through proactive monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Cross-Departmental Assistance:
- Support organisational success through collaboration on projects and operational requirements.
- Ad-Hoc Duties:
- Provide flexible technical support across various operational and infrastructure initiatives.
Desired Skills:
- Site supervising
- Installations
- Site technician
- Internet Service Provider
