Ericsson: Telecommunication Network Operations Learnership Programme 2026

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Ericsson: Telecommunication Network Operations Learnership Programme 2026

Location: East London (KwaGompo)

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Telecommunication Network Operations Learnership.

This is an exciting opportunity for young people to gain hands-on, practical experience in a professional environment while completing the 12-Month Telecommunication Network Operations Learnership Programme (SAQA ID 59057, NQF Level 4).

PS: Please with the application add the certificate, CV, ID copy certified.

DURATION:

12 months

START DATE: 1st June 2026

END DATE: 31st May 2027

LOCATION:

East London: Training location will be in the East London area; there will be on site requirements away from East London

After ~4-6 months travel will be required to sites within Eastern Cape borders

Reside in East London, Eastern Cape

BENEFIT OF JOINING:

Receive a monthly stipend

Gain valuable hands-on experience in the telecommunication industry

Enhance your technical and operational skills

What you will do:

  • Climb ladders and towers and safely and efficiently complete various job duties at elevated heights with supervision
  • Erect telecommunication tower components using cables, ropes, pulleys & other equipment
  • Installation of cables, antennas, microwave dishes and other communications equipment
  • Install pinwheels, structural steel, cable tray, conduits, antenna mounts, antennas, transmission lines and ancillary equipment on communication towers
  • Remove, install, and repair aerial telecommunication transmission and distribution antenna, equipment, and associated hardware
  • Remove, install, and repair various types and sizes of telecommunication cables and lines including fiber optic, coaxial and DC power
  • Understand and strictly adhere to safety practices and guidelines
  • Perform various audits and tests, upgrades and maintenance when required
  • Perform repairs and emergency repairs and restore services when required
  • Understand instructions to the work order and plans
  • Assist the team leader in his duties as required
  • Apply the rules of Health and Safety at work
  • Utilize winches and capstan to move loads as required
  • Understand and strictly adhere to safety practices and guidelines
  • Understand and strictly adhere to established Ericsson and customer quality requirements without deviation
  • Other duties as assigned by team leader
  • Must successfully complete Ericsson’s tower training program at required level
  • Must be able to work outside of normal business hours (i.e., shift work), to include nights and weekends, if needed

The skills you bring:

  • Matric (National senior certificate) Preferably technical
  • TVET students with IT or ICT cortication (low voltage, telco or digital electronics course OR students from university of technology with ICT or Networking qualification
  • Effective written and oral communication skills in English language for safety reasons
  • Self-starter with desire and ability to learn and retain knowledge
  • Must be a team player and have excellent interpersonal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational and administrative skills 
  • Ability to exercise flexibility in challenging and/or perplexing situations
  • Ability to multi-task and maintain composure in stressful and demanding work environment
  • Knowledge of networking principles, Ethernet standards, power systems, and cable testing
  • Working knowledge of telecommunication construction.
  • Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions

How to Apply

Apply Online for the Ericsson: Telecommunication Network Operations Learnership Programme 2026

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