Tech Officer: CNFO Mast and Towers Climber at Telkom

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

Education

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

Experience

• 3 Years relevant experience

Additional Information

Qualifications:

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

OR

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

Experience:

• 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