INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN
Department of Water and Sanitation
Branch: Water And Sanitation Services Management: MP Provincial Operations: Mpumalanga
- Reference number
- 301026/24
- Salary
- R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
- Centre
- Mbombela
- Province
- Mpumalanga
- Closing date
- 30 October 2026
- Circular
- No 37 of 2026
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Fill the Z83 for this postRequirements
A relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Information Technology. Three (3) years appropriate experience in Information Technology. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Certification in the following Certified Microsoft Engineer, Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) or Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE). A+ and Network+ certification is required. Knowledge of Windows 7; Windows 8; Window 10; MS Office 2010, 2013 and Office 365; Symantec Ant-virus; Microsoft MS; Transversal systems (PERSAL, SAP and LOGIS) and ITIL will serve as an advantage. Willingness to travel to various remote sites and offices Competences: An in-depth knowledge of client server IT environment. Leadership qualities as well as strong customer service and interpersonal skills. Good computer knowledge and skills (Ms Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Ability to work under pressure. Good communication skills both verbal and written. Exposure to different business application platforms.
Duties
Manage calls logged on the call management systems. Provision of end-user support with regards to hardware, software and network connectivity. Ensure that all IT policies, norms and standards are enforced. Perform quality control for the Local Area Network (LAN). Perform installation, maintenance and upgrading of computer hardware and software as second fault-finding identification. Install and upgrade software applications not performed by resources from the outsourced partner. Provide and maintain internet and e-mail client services. Ensure that antivirus software signature and operating systems patches are up to date. Initiate and co-ordinate the change control procedures. Provide technical input for training and development of computer end-user skills. Perform routine back-ups for all the available servers. Compile monthly performance reports. The appointees will be expected to perform overtime and standby duties when necessary.
Where to send your application
All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/
Enquiries
Mr BZ Vilane Tel No: (013) 759 7496 / Ms FM Mkhwanazi Tel No: (013) 759 7515 / Ms PC Ngwamba Tel No: (013) 759 7446 / Mr E Pinga Tel No: (013) 759 7575
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 16 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 24 October 2026.
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