SENIOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN

Requirements

Grade 12 plus an appropriate qualification at NQF 6 in Computer Science / Information Technology or equivalent qualification in the field or area as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 2-3 years’ relevant experience. Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence (with the exception of persons with disabilities). Knowledge And Skills: Good knowledge of Microsoft Windows desktop and server environments, including Microsoft 365. Knowledge of network infrastructure: LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, routing, switching and Wi-Fi. Knowledge of Active Directory, user account administration and Group Policy. Hardware and software installation, configuration and troubleshooting skills. Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and IT service management. Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication and customer-service skills. Ability to work independently and effectively within a team. Strong diagnostic troubleshooting, excellent communication, and collaboration skills are required.

Duties

Provide day-to-day technical support to end users on hardware, software, and network-related incidents. Install, configure, maintain and troubleshoot servers, desktops, laptops, printers and peripheral devices. Support and maintain network infrastructure, including switches, routers, Wi-Fi, and structured cabling. Administer user accounts, permissions and access on Active Directory and Microsoft 365 tenant. Support and monitor ICT systems, servers, endpoint protection and backup solutions. Conduct routine system maintenance and apply approved updates and patches. Assist with the implementation of ICT projects, infrastructure upgrades, and departmental initiatives. Monitor LAN performance and availability, troubleshoot network issues, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and ensure optimal network performance. Perform data backups and system disaster recovery. Implement and enforce network security controls, including VLAN configuration, access control lists, and segmentation to protect departmental data and resources.

Where to send your application

Applicants are hereby invited to apply for the funded vacant posts as advertised. Applicants who previously applied for the re-advertised posts they are encouraged to re-apply if still interested. Applications should be addressed to various institution as per the applicant’s need, for 207 Head Office, Seshego Treatment Centre, Mavambe Secure Care Centre : Applications should be directed to Head of Department, Private Bag X9710, Polokwane, 0700 or submitted at: 21 Biccard Street, Olympic Towers Building, Ground Floor, Office no 30. Capricorn District/Sekutupu Old Age Home: The District Director, Private Bag X9709, Polokwane, 0700 or hand delivered at 78 Hans Van Rensburg Polowane. Polokwane Welfare Complex: Head of Institution, Private Bag X9713, Polokwane, 0700 or hand delivery Plot 303 Strekloop, Polokwane. Sekhukhune District: The District Director, Private Bag X80, Lebowakgomo, 0737 or hand delivered at Old Parliament Building, Lebowakgomo. Vhembe District: The District Director, Private Bag X5040, Thohoyandou, 0950 or hand delivered at Thohoyandou Child and Youth Care Centre, Thohoyandou Block F Punda Maria Road, Thohoyandou. Waterberg District: The District Director, Private Bag X1051, Modimolle, 0510 or hand delivered at Cnr Elias Motswaledi & Thabo Mbeki Street, Modimolle. Mopani District: The District Director, Private Bag X 9689, Giyani, 0826 or should be hand delivered at Department of Social Development Unigaza Road Giyani Section A, 0826. Applicants are encouraged to register and submit their applications through the e-Recruitment website at https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za, however, hand delivery applications are acceptable and must be submitted on the new Z83 application form obtained from all Government Departments or can be downloaded from www.gov.za / www.dpsa.gov.za / www.labour.gov.za.Applicants using e-recruitment MUST update their profile in line with the re-engineered system. Online applications must include only Curriculum vitae (CV) in PDF as attachment. Zipped, IMG and JPEG documents will not be accepted. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant.

Enquiries

General enquiries about the advertised posts should be directed to Mr S Rasivumo / Ms ME Gafane / Mr LI Mosehlana / Mr Moraba BV Tel No: (015) 230 4387 / 4391

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