Assistant CCTV Technician

Join the Faircape Group as an Assistant CCTV Technician!

Are you ready to kick-start your career in cutting-edge security technology? The Faircape Group is a diverse and fast-growing group of companies with operations across Healthcare, Retirement Holdings, Telecommunications, and an ISP, Utility Management, CCTV Technician and infrastructure installation, Property Management, and related activities.

We’re on the lookout for an Assistant CCTV Technician to join our high-performing CCTV Technologies team. In this hands-on role, you’ll be instrumental in the installation, maintenance, and support of advanced CCTV systems and network infrastructure for a wide range of clients.

Why Join Us?

• Be at the forefront of security tech - work with the latest in surveillance systems and smart infrastructure.
• Gain valuable field experience - perfect for someone eager to grow in the CCTV and networking industry.
• Work with a supportive, skilled team - you’ll be learning from some of the best in the business.
• Contribute to real-world safety - help protect homes, businesses, and communities every day.

If you have a passion for technology, an eye for detail, and a desire to learn and grow, this is your chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career.

Bring your curiosity. Bring your drive. And help us build a safer tomorrow.

Duties will include but are not limited to the following:

• Assisting with cable installations, including new commercial cat5E / cat6 cabling
• Ensure that installations are completed to standard as per cabling guidelines
• Installation of routers and switches
• Installation of wireless radios
• Testing of surveillance equipment and early detection of future failures
• Follow installation guidelines and ensure relevant installation reports are completed.
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly cctv equipment inspections
• Labelling & documenting of network equipment
• Crimping of cat5E / cat6 cabling
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly node & node room inspections
• Follow documentation requirements of cabling, routers, switches, cabinets, backup power, fire suppression and aircons
• Ensure improvisation upon existing installations and infrastructure
• Checking of cabinets in the MMR / node rooms including cabling, routers, switches, UPS etc
• Ensure to report and keep record of any faults within the node rooms
• Troubleshooting and ensuring any issues that are picked up is attended to in a timely manner
• Maintain a neat and tidy work space
• Report faults in the MMR / Node Rooms to the line manager

Qualifications

• Matric
CCTV related certificate would be an advantage
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Experience and knowledge

• Proven experience in similar role
• Knowledge of programming of CCTV Cameras on site
• Basic understanding of HikCentral and the working thereof
• Experience installing CAT5E, CAT6, fibre, Co-AX cables.
• Crimping of CAT5E and CAT6 cables using industry standards
• Best practises for patch management
• Server room and node room maintenance and upkeep
• Proficient in fault finding using OTDR, CAT5E/6 testers and fibre laser fault finders.
• Installing and alignment of wireless dishes
• Installation and understanding of Headend camera equipment
• Understanding of IP cameras and its programing
• Knowledge of general fault finding of all equipment related to CCTV equipment and infrastructure.

Skills and attributes

• Technical skills
• Strong multitasking skills
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Proactive thinker
• Ability to work neatly and systematically
• Excellent time management
• Problem solving skills and logical thinker
• Ability to work independently when required
• Computer literate (Google Doc, sheets and email)

Specific requirements

• Must have a valid drivers licence and a reliable vehicle
• Clear health record
• Clear criminal and credit record
• Contactable references

Benefits

At Faircape, we value our employees and offer a range of benefits, including:

• Quarterly performance bonuses – your hard work deserves to be rewarded!
• Long service leave – we appreciate and recognize your dedication.
• Onsite Barista – enjoy free, barista-made coffee!
• Subsidised vending machine snacks – quick energy boosts when you need them.
• Discounted internet (ISP) packages – stay connected at a reduced cost.
• Fixed flexi-time (06:30 - 18:00) – supporting work-life balance.
• Subsidised parking – making your commute hassle-free.

Normal working hours are Mondays to Fridays from 08h00 until 17h00

With centrally located and modern offices just across from Cavendish in Claremont, Faircape offers a competitive salary. The amount offered will be dependent on qualifications, experience, and other market-related factors.

To see more about Faircape and what we have to offer go and look at our informative website :

https://faircape.co.za/

If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please deem your application unsuccessful.