IT Administrator

Together with our client, an electronic manufacturing company in Pretoria East we are recruiting for an IT Manager. The Ideal Candidate needs to have 3-5 years of relevant experience in a support / front office / back office network environment and must hold a MCSE or Equivalent qualification.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintaining networks, servers, and security programs and systems.
• Manage the upgrade and installation of new hardware and software, perform troubleshooting to address any problems with computer systems, and assess viruses and potential threats to the company’s network.
• Perform routine systems and network administration functions.
• Support mobile devices for VoIP and VPN.
• Microsoft and Linux desktop application installation and support.
• Hardware and software support.
• Support of business-critical applications.
• Troubleshooting technical issues and managing problems.
• Liaising with 3rd party service providers.
• Maintaining system and related business documentation.
• Assistance in asset control on hardware and software.
• Maintain the access control system administration.
• Monitoring and maintaining networks and servers
• Implementing security protocols and procedures to prevent potential threats.
• Designing and implementing efficient end-user feedback and error reporting systems.
• Keeping up to date with advancements and best practices in IT administration.

Skills and Competencies

• Good written and verbal communication skills (in English).
• Skilled with Microsoft Windows / Linux client and server technologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Solid investigation/research abilities.
• Above average attention to detail.
• Able to work independently, as well as within a team.
• Able to work under pressure and display initiative.
• Friendly and easy-going.
• Willing and wanting to work flexible times.
• Goal-oriented.
• Passionate about problem-solving.
• Detail focused.
• Strongly team-oriented.
• Professional communicator.
• Self-motivated.
• Listening potential & willingness to learn

Must demonstrate experience in one or more of the following technologies:

• Microsoft Windows XP/7/8/8.1/10 Desktop. (All functions)
• Microsoft Exchange Server.
• Linux (or any *nix operating system)
• VMware ESXi (or equal virtualization platform) or VMware workstation.
• Microsoft SQL
• Microsoft Server 2016 and later
• Windows SharePoint Services (WSS)
• Anti-virus
• WSUS
• Backup Exec
• Free NAS
• Client-server networking.
• Configuring of VPN networks.
• Knowledge of routers, firewalls, switches, cabling
• Hardware upgrades, PC building, PC upgrades

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Matric
• MCSE or Equivalent
• A+, Network+ and Security+ is Advantageous

Salary: R 360 000.00 – R 480 000.00 CTC per annum

Benefits: Medical Aid, Provident, and Pension Fund

Only candidates who meet all the requirements stipulated in this advert, will be considered. If you don’t receive feedback from us within 2 weeks of your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

To apply please send your CV and supporting documents to with REF: IT

Reference: IT