Senior Information Technology Technician
Limpopo Department of Social Development
- Location
- Head Office: Polokwane, Limpopo
- Salary
- R413 001 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 06 Nov 2026
Posted 10 days ago
What you need
- Qualification
- Diploma
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Driver's licence
- Code 8 (EB)
- Senior IT Technician at head office, Polokwane
- You need Grade 12 plus an IT or computer science diploma
- 2 to 3 years of relevant experience
- Know Windows, Microsoft 365, Active Directory and networking
- A valid driver's licence is needed
How to apply
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How to apply: 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 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 Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026, post 36/252, ref DSD/2026/149 (X1 POST) (Re-advert). Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
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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.
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
Reference number: DSD/2026/149 (X1 POST) (Re-advert)