Tech Officer: CNFO Mast and Towers Climber- George

Telkom
George, Western Cape
Full-time
Posted 4 hours ago
Full-time IT & Software
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Job Description

Core Description

Mast and Tower Climbing: Perform assurance/ fulfilment/ acceptance/ commissioning and preventative maintenance on Core Network and Access telecommunications technologies and must be certified as a climber (Must be prepared to undergo fall arrest training.)

  • Repaired Equipment/ System
  • Maintained Equipment/ Systems
  • Commissioned Equipment Services
  • Recovered Equipment/ system
  • Provided Support
  • Climb Mast and Towers

Job Responsibilities

OUTPUT 1

Performed Routines (PMT)

SUB-OUTPUTS

  • Monitor equipment/ system performance
  • Determine maintenance/ TBI activities
  • Facilitate site access
  • Execute maintenance/ TBI activities
  • Complete relevant administration
  • Provide report back/ recommendations
  • Replace and/ or service resources
  • Provide assistance and support on request
  • Do general Housekeeping
  • Compliance to the DOP, OSS systems processes
  • Update records

RANGE

  • Wireless Technologies
  • Access Network Technologies
  • Optic
  • Power Equipment
  • Transmission Equipment/ Products
  • Switching and Mechanical Testing Equipment
  • Broadband
  • NMS
  • IP
  • Access
  • Ad Hoc Projects
  • Distribution Frames
  • CPE Equipment

OUTPUT 2

Commissioned/ Accepted Installations

SUB-OUTPUTS

  • Receive specification/ requirement
  • Confirm equipment requirement
  • Facilitate site access
  • Perform Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP)
  • Commission equipment
  • Perform functional tests
  • Provide assistance and support on request
  • Complete administration
  • Confirm completed commissioning
  • Provide report back

RANGE

  • Wireless Technologies
  • Access Network Technologies
  • Optic
  • Non-Voice Services/ Equipment/ Sub Rates
  • Power Equipment
  • Transmission Equipment/ Products
  • Switching and Mechanical Testing Equipment
  • Broadband
  • NMS
  • IP
  • Access
  • Ad Hoc Projects
  • Distribution Frames
  • CPE equipment

OUTPUT 3

Performed Compliances

SUB OUTPUTS

  • Submit claim forms, as prescribed
  • Re-allocate Opex and Capital work as prescribed
  • Follow DOP Station handling procedures
  • Conduct DOP audits as per agreed timelines
  • Adhere to WFM processes and procedures
  • Perform site surveys and asset verifications
  • Escalate any deviations
  • Update records

RANGE

  • Overtime and S&T
  • DOP Station spares
  • WFM Compliance to processes and procedures
  • Tools and Test Equipment
  • SHE Management
  • EUD Devices
  • Telkom Policies
  • Telkom assets and sites
  • TBIs
  • Telkom Mobile
  • Projects

Core Competencies

FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE

  • Application Software; Broadband technology; IP Technology; Mechanical Aids; Network Management Systems; Ancillary Equipment; Safety & EMS Wireless Technology; Regulation & Standards; Non-Voice; Transmission Technology; WFM systems

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

  • Certified Mast and Tower climber; Administration; Analytical; Communicating; Computer Literacy; Interpersonal; Configuration; Technical& Test Equipment Handling & Techniques; Skills transfer; Rectifier First Line Maintenance

ATTITUDES/ LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

  • Accurate; Customer Focus; Dedicated; Proactive; Quality Awareness; Responsible; Team Player; Adaptable

Certifications

Requirements

  • 3 Years relevant experience

Additional Information


  • 1 Year relevant experience at Operational level.
  • 3 Years relevant experience at Operational level. 
  • Ex-/ Current Telkom Full Time Bursars, learnerships and internships candidates will be exempted from the 3 years’ experience requirements but must have a minimum of 12 months relevant experience. 

Special Requirements:

  • Valid climbing and/or fall arrest certificate or must be prepared to undergo fall arrest training.
  • Valid medical clearance certificate/ Be prepared to undergo Medical clearance certificate testing.
  • No fear of heights (Masts & Towers - fall arrest, rescue & rope access).
  • Must remain physically fit to climb.
  • Not colour blind.
  • Must be able to work after hours, including overtime, call out and stand-by.
  • Able to function in stressful environment.

Special Requirements

  • Valid Drivers license
  • Ability to be on standby/ work overtime
  • Ability to work after hours
  • Ability to travel and stay out overnight

Physical Requirements

  • Colour Vision
  • Work at Heights

Key Stakeholders

  • Customer
  • Management
  • The Centre
  • Support

Qualifications

  • NQF 6: National Diploma/ Advanced Diploma/ Certificate
  • OR NQF 4: School leaving qualification: National Certificate (Grade 12)/ National Senior Certificate/ National (vocational) Certificate


  • Electrical Engineering diploma (N6/S4) Light Current (at least NQF level 6)

OR

  • Grade 12 with Maths & Science (NQF level 4)

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Job TypeFull-time
LocationGeorge, Western Cape
CategoryIT & Software
Experience3+ years
Posted23 October 2026
Closing Date6 November 2026
Telkom
George, Western Cape

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