Technical Assistant

About the role

The Technical Assistant will support field technicians in the Aliwal North region, performing manual labour and assisting with a range of telecom installation tasks. This role offers hands‑on experience in cable laying, pole preparation and site safety.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Technician in performing duties and follow reasonable instructions.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, organise tools and ensure they are stored safely.
• Handle and transport materials on site, including digging holes and trenches.
• String aerial cable, install manholes/handholes, and dress/prepare poles.
• Perform housekeeping, stocktaking and general site clean‑up.
• Communicate updates to the Team Leader and complete ad‑hoc admin tasks.

Required profile

• Proficient use of hand tools.
• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Physically fit for manual labour.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to read and write instructions.
• Self‑driven with good communication skills.

Required skills

• Hand tools operation
• Cabling experience, including fibre‑optic work
• Underground utilities handling
• Health and safety knowledge