Jobs · Gauteng · Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities
Information Technology Technician
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Closes Friday 6 November 2026 at 16:00
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Re-advertised IT Technician post in Pretoria. Suits people with an IT diploma and at least 2 years' IT experience who can support networks, computers and IT service desk users.
- Main duties: provide network connectivity, maintain the server room, protect networks and computer systems, install and repair computers, run the IT service desk, and manage backups and disaster recovery tests.
- Must have: Matric and a National Diploma or Diploma (NQF6) in Information Technology, or a relevant NQF 6 qualification.
- Must have at least 2 years' experience in an information technology environment.
- Must have a valid driver's licence, unless you are a person with a disability.
- The job is based in Pretoria. Salary is R338 106 per year (Level 07), plus benefits.
- Send your application by email to Recruitment04@dwypd.gov.za and quote reference DWYPD/020/2026. No closing date is stated in this advert. Enquiries: Mr Mpolokeng Masiya at 079 8924 694.
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Requirements
- Matric Certificate and National Diploma/Diploma (NQF6) in Information Technology or a relevant NQF 6 qualification.
- ITIL Foundations Certificate, certified ITIL, MCSE, A+, N+ will be an added advantage.
- A valid driver’s licence is required; however, this requirement is not applicable to persons with disabilities.
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in an information technology environment.
- Knowledge:
- Working knowledge of the policy and regulatory environment of information technology and security;
- Android and iPads mobile devices;
- LAN/WAN support;
- In-depth knowledge of performing hardware and software support for Windows.
- Skills:
- Interpersonal relations skills;
- Good communication Skills;
- Problem solving and analytical Skills;
- Advanced Computer Literacy;
- IT Technical support skills.
- Personal Attributes:
- Ethical behaviour;
- Honestly and Integrity;
- Conscientious and proactiveness;
- Ability to work under pressure;
- Ability to work independently;
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
Duties
- Provide network connectivity to all computer users:
- Ensure accessible of WAN dependent functions;
- Ensure accessible of LAN dependent functions;
- Report on WAN functionality and connectivity changes and performance status;
- Report on LAN functionality and connectivity changes and performance status.
- Maintain Sever Room Infrastructure:
- Report faults of the server room within an hour to the supervisor;
- Ensure cleanness of the server room;
- Manage access to the server rooms;
- Update and Maintain server room access register.
- Maintain security and privacy of networks and computer systems:
- Install and upgrade anti-virus software to ensure security at the user level;
- Ensure the installation of the correct Operating Systems Version and Patches;
- Monitor Anti-Virus & Patches updates and escalate where updates are not received;
- Monitor & ensure connectivity of the GUP Server and escalate where it is not online.
- Install, configure and troubleshoot computer systems:
- Perform troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve computer problems;
- Repair or replace damaged hardware;
- Install and configure hardware and software components to ensure usability;
- Upgrade the entire system to enable compatible software on all computers;
- Performing tests and evaluations on new software and hardware.
- Provide IT service desk support services:
- Respond incoming calls, emails and walk in;
- Log calls for the queries/incidents received;
- Provide the client with the IT Reference number for tracking issues;
- Provide support to users and be the first point of contact for error reporting;
- Transfer or escalate unresolved incidents to the relevant units/service provider;
- Make certain that all queries are attended to timeously in alignment with a faster turnaround time for service delivery;
- Monitor the progress of the record life cycle; keep users informed of the progress of their queries.
- Manage, implement and maintain IT security controls to protect the department's data integrity and ensure continuity of service:
- Perform and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly backups of departmental systems, servers, databases, and Microsoft 365 services;
- Verify backup completion reports and promptly resolve backup failures;
- Conduct quarterly backup restore tests to validate data recoverability and integrity;
- Perform quarterly Disaster Recovery (DR) tests and document results;
- Maintain offsite and cloud-based backup repositories to ensure business continuity;
- Monitor Veeam Backup and Replication operations and ensure successful backup execution.
How to apply
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Enquiries
Mr Mpolokeng Masiya at 079 8924 694
Notes from the department
Preference will be given to African Male/ Female, Coloured Male/ Female, Youth as well as Persons with Disabilities, as these groups are underrepresented in this post.
As printed in Circular 38 of 2026 · page 167 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 38/233: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN REF NO: DWYPD/020/2026 Re-advertisement (All those who applied are encouraged to re-apply) SALARY: R338 106 per annum (Level 07), plus benefits CENTRE: Pretoria REQUIREMENTS: Matric Certificate and National Diploma/Diploma (NQF6) in Information Technology or a relevant NQF 6 qualification. ITIL Foundations Certificate, certified ITIL, MCSE, A+, N+ will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s licence is required; however, this requirement is not applicable to persons with disabilities. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in an information technology environment. Knowledge: Working knowledge of the policy and regulatory environment of information technology and security; Android and iPads mobile devices; LAN/WAN support; In-depth knowledge of performing hardware and software support for Windows. Skills: Interpersonal relations skills; Good communication Skills; Problem solving and analytical Skills; Advanced Computer Literacy; IT Technical support skills. Personal Attributes: Ethical behaviour; Honestly and Integrity; Conscientious and proactiveness; Ability to work under pressure; Ability to work independently; Ability to maintain confidentiality of information. DUTIES: Provide network connectivity to all computer users: Ensure accessible of WAN dependent functions; Ensure accessible of LAN dependent functions; Report on WAN functionality and connectivity changes and performance status; Report on LAN functionality and connectivity changes and performance status. Maintain Sever Room Infrastructure: Report faults of the server room within an hour to the supervisor; Ensure cleanness of the server room; Manage access to the server rooms; Update and Maintain server room access register. Maintain security and privacy of networks and computer systems: Install and upgrade anti-virus software to ensure security at the user level; Ensure the installation of the correct Operating Systems Version and Patches; Monitor Anti-Virus & Patches updates and escalate where updates are not received; Monitor & ensure connectivity of the GUP Server and escalate where it is not online. Install, configure and troubleshoot computer systems: Perform troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve computer problems; Repair or replace damaged hardware; Install and configure hardware and software components to ensure usability; Upgrade the entire system to enable compatible software on all computers; Performing tests and evaluations on new software and hardware. Provide IT service desk support services: Respond incoming calls, emails and walk in; Log calls for the queries/incidents received; Provide the client with the IT Reference number for tracking issues; Provide support to users and be the first point of contact for error reporting; Transfer or escalate unresolved incidents to the relevant units/service provider; Make certain that all queries are attended to timeously in alignment with a faster turnaround time for service delivery; Monitor the progress of the record life cycle; keep users informed of the progress of their queries. Manage, implement and maintain IT security controls to protect the department's data integrity and ensure continuity of service: Perform and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly backups of departmental systems, servers, databases, and Microsoft 365 services; Verify backup completion reports and promptly resolve backup failures; Conduct quarterly backup restore tests to validate data recoverability and integrity; Perform quarterly Disaster Recovery (DR) tests and document results; Maintain offsite and cloud-based backup repositories to ensure business continuity; Monitor Veeam Backup and Replication operations and ensure successful backup execution. ENQUIRIES: Mr Mpolokeng Masiya at 079 8924 694 APPLICATIONS: Recruitment04@dwypd.gov.za NOTE: Preference will be given to African Male/ Female, Coloured Male/ Female, Youth as well as Persons with Disabilities, as these groups are underrepresented in this post.