
Information Technology Technician
Salary or stipendR413 001 per annum (Level 08)
The Department of Water And Sanitation is looking for a Information Technology Technician. This is a permanent role based in Mpumalanga.
Source: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026Post 37/111, page 92
- Reference number
- 301026/24
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- Mpumalanga
- Closing date
- 30 October 2026
- Job level
- 08
- Centre
- Mbombela
- Directorate
- Water And Sanitation Services Management: MP Provincial Operations: Mpumalanga
What you will need
- A relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Information Technology.
- The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s licence.
- 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.
Experience
Three (3) years appropriate experience in Information Technology.
Skills and competencies
- Leadership qualities as well as strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Good computer knowledge and skills (Ms Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
- Good communication skills both verbal and written.
Key responsibilities
- 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.
Additional details
- Grade: Provincial
How to apply
- Enquiries: Mr BZ Vilane
- Telephone: (013) 759 7496, (013) 759 7515, (013) 759 7446, (013) 759 7575
Applications for this vacancy have closed.

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