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Joshua Odendaal
Fibre Specialist
Nylstroom
Summary
Certified and accomplished Fibre Network Designer and Technician with 4+ years of hands-on experience in
the design, installation, and maintenance of high-performance fibre optic networks. Recognized for managing
end-to-end infrastructure projects including planning, network mapping, splicing, and CAD design. Proven
leadership in high-scale developments such as Kokanje Retirement Village and Die Oog Old Age Estate,
each involving 600+ homes. Adept at both strategic design and field-level execution.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Fibre Network Designer & Technician
Megs Waterberg
Nylstroom
06.2021 - Current
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Streamlined design processes, resulting in increased efficiency and faster project completion times.
- Produced high-quality mockups for client approval during the iterative design process, saving time on revisions later down the line.
- Designed and implemented fibre optic networks for residential, rural, and commercial zones across
Limpopo. - - Led planning and project management for Kokanje Retirement Village (600+ homes), including route
mapping, network architecture, and deployment oversight. - - Currently managing full design and rollout of Die Oog Old Age Estate (600 homes), including project
budgeting, CAD-based planning, and infrastructure deployment. - - Oversaw the maintenance and expansion of Modimolle town's fibre network, including troubleshooting,
cabinet upkeep, and network integrity checks. - - Directed teams for splicing, testing (OTDR), and cabinet configurations in both GPON and P2P
environments.
Semi-Skilled Boilermaker
Big L Steel
Nylstroom
06.2020 - 06.2021
- - Interpreted architectural plans for fabrication and welding tasks
- - Operated heavy-duty tools including plasma cutters, rolling machines, and grinders
- - Delivered structural steelwork including frames, enclosures, and site-specific projects
Education
Fibre Testing Specialist - Fibre Optics
04.2001 -
- Degree Awarded with [Honors]
Fibre Network Design Specialist - Fibre Optics
04.2001 -
- Degree Awarded with [Honors]
Certified Fibre Optic Technician - FIbre Optics
04.2001 -
- Degree Awarded with [Honors]
Shared Pole Route Specialist - Fibre Optics
04.2001 -
- Degree Awarded with [Honors]
Certificate of Completion - English Teaching
04.2001 -
- [PAT or SAT] [Number] Score
Skills
Design implementation
Project management
Project presentations
Concept development
Teamwork skills
Layout design
Superb eye for detail
Presentation design
Client satisfaction
Interests
Golfing
Drone Piloting
Rugby
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Fibre Network Designer & Technician - Megs Waterberg
06.2021 - Current
Semi-Skilled Boilermaker - Big L Steel
06.2020 - 06.2021
FOA - Fibre Testing Specialist, Fibre Optics
04.2001 -
FOA - Fibre Network Design Specialist, Fibre Optics
04.2001 -
FOA - Certified Fibre Optic Technician, FIbre Optics
04.2001 -
FOA - Shared Pole Route Specialist, Fibre Optics
04.2001 -
TEFL Professional Development Institute - Certificate of Completion , English Teaching
04.2001 -