Jobs · National · Higher Education and Training
ICT Technician
Closes Friday 6 November 2026 at 14:00
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ICT Technician post at Head Office. Suits people with a national diploma in IT or computer science and 2-3 years' IT support experience, who can repair, configure and maintain ICT equipment and networ
- Duties include complex ICT equipment installation, repair, replacement and configuration, and server maintenance and network setup.
- You will troubleshoot complex hardware, software and network problems, and work with Level 1 and Level 3 technicians on support requests.
- Must-have: Grade 12/Matric and a National Diploma in IT, Computer Science or equivalent, plus at least 2-3 years' experience in IT software and hardware support (Windows Microsoft) and a valid driver's licence.
- Based at Head Office. The town is not stated in the advert.
- Submit a completed latest Z83 form and a detailed comprehensive CV by email to icttech26@emcol.co.za. Only one attachment per application.
- Closing date: 06 November 2026 at 14:00. Late applications will not be accepted.
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Requirements
- Grade 12/Matric.
- National Diploma in Information Technology (IT) / Computer Science or equivalent.
- At least 2-3 years’ experience in IT environment, Software and hardware support (Windows Microsoft).
- Industry Training.
- A+, N+, IT Fundamentals ITF+, Server+, Security+, CCNA, Microsoft Certified Professional.
- Industry certificates or diplomas in routers, switches, access points, telephone systems, security systems, access control systems, and camera systems.
- ITIL Foundation.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Competencies:
- Advanced ICT Hardware and Software repairs, maintenance, and networking.
- Advanced ICT software application installation & configuration.
- ICT Server Administration.
- ICT equipment networking, configuration, & maintenance.
- Data Backup Processes, Software and Equipment.
- Disaster Management Equipment and Software.
- Advanced ICT Hardware and Software troubleshooting.
- Collaboration and Teamwork.
- User Training and Knowledge Sharing.
- ICT Inventory Management.
- Firewalls, routers, switches, and access points.
- Telephone equipment.
- Security system equipment.
- Camera system equipment.
- Access control equipment.
- ICT Help Desk Operation and Management Skills:
- Problem-solving skills and attention to detail;
- Proficient Communication Skills;
- Good interpersonal skills and attention to details;
- Ability to prioritize;
- Ability to interpret ICT challenges of the stakeholders;
- Ability to interact with service providers;
- Effective Time Management.
Duties
- Performing complex ICT equipment configuration, installation, repair, and replacement.
- Performing complex ICT equipment and server maintenance, administration, and network configurations.
- Troubleshooting complex ICT hardware, software, and network issues.
- Collaboration with Level 1 technicians to resolve end-user ICT support requests.
- Share technical knowledge and best practices with Level 1 technicians to foster knowledge- sharing.
- Working closely with Level 3 technicians to escalate and resolve challenging ICT support requests.
- Maintaining end-user information to ensure data integrity and data security.
- Maintaining information management systems such as database to ensure integrity and security of data.
How to apply
Email Address: icttech26@emcol.co.za
New to the Z83 form? Read the application guide.
Enquiries
Mr A Mahamba/Ms N Thompson Tel No: (041) 996 1800
Notes from the department
- To Apply:
- Applications must be submitted on completed latest Z83 form.
- A detailed comprehensive CV is required.
- Certified copies of the required documents as per the advert specification will be requested from shortlisted candidates only on or before the day of the interview.
- Failure to submit completed latest Z83 form and detailed comprehensive CV will result in the application not being considered.
- All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
- One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
- Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
- Recommended candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, financial record checks, verification of qualification and previous employment verification).
- Late applications will not be accepted.
- Applicants who have not been informed about the outcome of their applications within 3 months after the advert closing date may regard their application as being unsuccessful.
- The employer is an equal opportunity and reserves the right not to appoint.
- The decision of employment in terms of employment equity will be determined by the employment equity targets of the Department/College.
- People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- All Applications must be submitted through email addresses per position and ensure that it is 1 attachment.
As printed in Circular 38 of 2026 · page 100 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 38/163: ICT TECHNICIAN REF NO: EMC1/26/26 SALARY: R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07), plus benefits CENTRE: Head Office REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12/Matric. National Diploma in Information Technology (IT) / Computer Science or equivalent. At least 2-3 years’ experience in IT environment, Software and hardware support (Windows Microsoft). Industry Training. A+, N+, IT Fundamentals ITF+, Server+, Security+, CCNA, Microsoft Certified Professional. Industry certificates or diplomas in routers, switches, access points, telephone systems, security systems, access control systems, and camera systems. ITIL Foundation. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies: Advanced ICT Hardware and Software repairs, maintenance, and networking. Advanced ICT software application installation & configuration. ICT Server Administration. ICT equipment networking, configuration, & maintenance. Data Backup Processes, Software and Equipment. Disaster Management Equipment and Software. Advanced ICT Hardware and Software troubleshooting. Collaboration and Teamwork. User Training and Knowledge Sharing. ICT Inventory Management. Firewalls, routers, switches, and access points. Telephone equipment. Security system equipment. Camera system equipment. Access control equipment. ICT Help Desk Operation and Management Skills: Problem-solving skills and attention to detail; Proficient Communication Skills; Good interpersonal skills and attention to details; Ability to prioritize; Ability to interpret ICT challenges of the stakeholders; Ability to interact with service providers; Effective Time Management. DUTIES: Performing complex ICT equipment configuration, installation, repair, and replacement. Performing complex ICT equipment and server maintenance, administration, and network configurations. Troubleshooting complex ICT hardware, software, and network issues. Collaboration with Level 1 technicians to resolve end-user ICT support requests. Share technical knowledge and best practices with Level 1 technicians to foster knowledge- sharing. Working closely with Level 3 technicians to escalate and resolve challenging ICT support requests. Maintaining end-user information to ensure data integrity and data security. Maintaining information management systems such as database to ensure integrity and security of data. ENQUIRIES: Mr A Mahamba/Ms N Thompson Tel No: (041) 996 1800 APPLICATIONS: Email Address: icttech26@emcol.co.za NOTE: To Apply: Applications must be submitted on completed latest Z83 form. A detailed comprehensive CV is required. Certified copies of the required documents as per the advert specification will be requested from shortlisted candidates only on or before the day of the interview. Failure to submit completed latest Z83 form and detailed comprehensive CV will result in the application not being considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Recommended candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, financial record checks, verification of qualification and previous employment verification). Late applications will not be accepted. Applicants who have not been informed about the outcome of their applications within 3 months after the advert closing date may regard their application as being unsuccessful. The employer is an equal opportunity and reserves the right not to appoint. The decision of employment in terms of employment equity will be determined by the employment equity targets of the Department/College. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All Applications must be submitted through email addresses per position and ensure that it is 1 attachment. CLOSING DATE: 06 November 2026 at 14H00