Thamsanqa Nyathi
5G Field Technician and Telecoms Team Leader
Roodepoort, City of Johannesburg Metropolitan MunicipalityMember since May 10, 2025
5G Site Surveys & InstallationLTE / U900 Network DeploymentAAU Antenna SwapsRFSite Commissioning & IntegrationDecommissioning & Network ModernizationMod Surveys & InstallationsNetwork Optimization & TroubleshootingFiber Optic InstallationHuawei & Vodacom StandardsQuality Control & AuditsHealth & Safety ComplianceTeam Leadership & Field Supervision
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About
5G Field Technician and Telecoms Team Leader with 12+ years of experience in mobile network deployment and optimization. Expertise in 5G, LTE, and U900 surveys and installations, AAU antenna swaps, site commissioning and decommissioning, and RF troubleshooting. Proven ability to lead field teams, enforce Huawei and Vodacom standards, and deliver telecoms projects on time and within scope.
Experience
Team Leader / 5G Field Technician - MMT - Johannesburg, South Africa
(2021-01 - 2025-01)
- Led 5G, LTE, and U900 site surveys, installations, and upgrades in line with Huawei and Vodacom specifications
- Performed AAU antenna swaps to support 5G rollout and improve network capacity
- Managed site commissioning and integration activities to ensure optimal network performance
- Supervised mod surveys and installations for network modernization projects
- Conducted RF troubleshooting and quality inspections to maintain compliance and reduce faults
- Coordinated fiber optic installations to support high-speed 5G connectivity
- Managed field teams, enforced HSE compliance, and ensured on-time project delivery
Education
Certificate - Electrical Engineering - City & Guilds (2005 - 2007)
Skills
5G Field Technician and Telecoms Team Leader
