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Connecting Talent to opportunity

SAQ Manager

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Job Description:

The client is looking for an SAQ Manager to work a 3 month rolling contract based in South Africa (Johannesburg).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the end-to-end Site Acquisition (SAQ) process.
  • Follow up on NTPs, landlord approvals, site access, lease agreements, permits, and related documentation.
  • Coordinate with MTN, IHS, Sentech, Eskom, landlords, municipalities, and other third parties.
  • Arrange and confirm site access for survey, installation, commissioning,  and acceptance activities.
  • Ensure access is confirmed before teams are dispatched to site.
  • Maintain and update the SAQ/access tracker and provide regular progress updates.
  • Identify and escalate delays, risks, and dependencies affecting project delivery.
  • Coordinate with internal teams including MW, RAN, Design, Construction, BO, and Project Management.
  • Support resolution of landlord, access, lease, and approval-related issues.
  • Ensure SAQ activities are completed according to project timelines and customer requirements.

Requirements:

  • Diploma or Degree in Property, Real Estate, Town Planning, Project Management, Telecommunications, or related field.
  • Experience in telecom site acquisition, SAQ, landlord management, or site access coordination.
  • Experience with MTN, IHS, Sentech, Eskom, tower companies, or similar infrastructure providers is an advantage.
  • Good understanding of NTP, lease agreements, site access, and third-party approval processes.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, coordination, and follow-up skills.
  • Able to manage multiple sites and work under pressure.
  • Good Excel and reporting skills.
  • Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel when required.

Please note: due to urgent hiring the client has requested consultants based in South Africa.