[Hiring] NOC Tier 1 Engineer @Frogfoot Networks

Role Description

Frogfoot is looking for (x2) NOC Tier 1 Engineers to join the NOC Team within the Assurance Department. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working closely with team members and customers to deliver the best technical support and create an exceptional customer experience. As a NOC Tier 1 Engineer, you are expected to have a solid understanding of network fundamentals, enabling you to interact effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders to provide high-quality support.

The ideal candidate has strong technical capabilities, thrives in a fast-paced and high-energy environment, and is proactive and passionate about delivering world-class customer service. You will collaborate with all departments and key stakeholders to ensure customers receive a high level of satisfaction.

At its core, the purpose of the role is to provide support to our customers and resolve their technical incidents and problems, ensuring issues are handled professionally, efficiently, and with excellent communication.

On a typical day, you will be responsible for:

• Resolving customer cases across multiple channels, including tickets, phone, email, WhatsApp, and other platforms.
• Applying structured troubleshooting techniques and working closely with customers to uncover and resolve the root cause of their issues.

This is a 24/7 operational role, which includes standby duties and overtime as required. Performance is measured through quarterly KPI reviews to support continuous improvement and excellence in service delivery.

Qualifications

• Matric (essential); A+ or N+ (essential).
• 1+ years IT / Network technical support experience (essential), ideally in networking or telecoms.
• Basic to intermediate networking concepts (LAN, WAN, routing).
• IP addressing and subnetting (IPv4 and IPv6).
• Network and routing protocols.
• DHCP and PPPoE (advantageous).
• Troubleshooting tools such as traceroute, ping, nslookup, etc.
• Fibre and networking fundamentals.
• Use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Working in a 24/7 operational environment with shifts, after-hours work, and standby rotation.

Requirements

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to assess and prioritise faults effectively.
• Clear and confident communication skills with both customers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong customer orientation with the ability to create a positive experience during technical interactions.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multicultural team.
• High degree of self-motivation, accountability, and follow-through.
• Technical reporting (SLA reports, RCAs, trends) and documentation skills.
• Ability to support others through knowledge-sharing and training assistance.

Qualities We Value at Frogfoot

• Customer-first mindset in every interaction.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile when needed.
• Resilience and composure in fast-paced or high-pressure situations.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong collaboration skills.
• Professional ethics, reliability, and integrity.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with a desire to learn and grow.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to work shifts in a 24/7 environment.