Our client, a leading telecommunications company, is seeking a skilled and experienced Capacity Planning Engineer to join their team. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal performance and scalability of their network and be responsible for a wide range of tasks, including network inventory management, capacity forecasting, feasibility analysis, and network optimization.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Network Inventory Management:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date inventory records of network assets, including fibre infrastructure, equipment, and capacities.
- Conduct regular network audits to verify inventory accuracy and identify potential issues.
- Collaborate with the network operations team to ensure timely updates to inventory records.
- Capacity Planning and Forecasting:
- Analyse network traffic patterns and trends to identify capacity requirements.
- Develop and implement capacity planning strategies to ensure network performance and scalability.
- Forecast future capacity needs based on business growth and emerging technologies.
- Monitor network utilization and proactively address potential capacity bottlenecks.
- Feasibility Analysis:
- Evaluate feasibility requests for new services and network expansions.
- Assess capacity requirements and identify potential challenges.
- Provide technical recommendations and support to the sales and engineering teams.
- Network Optimization:
- Identify opportunities to optimize network performance and reduce costs.
- Implement network configuration changes to improve efficiency and reliability.
- Work closely with network operations to troubleshoot network issues and implement corrective actions.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in telecom network planning and engineering.
- Strong understanding of IP, MPLS, DWDM, and SDH technologies.
- Proficiency in network management tools and systems.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
If you’re a motivated and results-oriented leader with a passion for accuracy and efficiency, we want to hear from you!
- Location: Successful incumbent will primarily be based in Johannesburg North.
- Duration: Permanent
To apply or for more elaborate details send us a detailed CV (in MS Word format) via email to info@sapientis.co.za (CPE_CH_GP)