Physical onsite assistance to enable remote troubleshooting and remediation.
Console connectivity to network devices (switch/router/firewall) as instructed by the Remote
Support Team.
Providing physical access support to the Remote Support Team (e.g., opening racks, locating
devices/ports, power cycling per instruction).
Visual verification and reporting (LED status, link status, alarms, fan/power status, cabling
condition).
Network Hands & Feet
Engineer must have basic understanding of network devices sufficient to:
Identify network equipment types, ports, power supplies, up links, and patch panel layouts.
Follow remote instructions accurately (step-by-step) without deviating from approved
Perform basic checks: link lights, port mapping verification, cable reseat, label verification.
Network Device Rack & Stack
Rack mounting/unmounting of network devices per site rules and safety practices.
Patch and dress cables to basic professional standard (as instructed).
Coordinate with Remote Support Team for post-install verification.
Basic Configuration
Perform basic level initial actions (only as instructed by the Remote Support Team), such
as:
o Connecting console and granting remote access session (screen share/terminal access
o Executing clearly provided command steps (copy/paste) when approved.
o Applying basic baseline actions (e.g., set management IP/VLAN) only when explicitly
instructed and approved
Job Requirements:
Required Tools
Preferred Qualifications
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Network Support Engineer • Western Cape, ZA