Intermediate Data Centre Engineer at Metropolitan Trading Company (MTC)

Requirements :

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma in IT, Computer Engineering, or related field 2–4 years’ experience in data centre operations or ICT infrastructure support Hands-on knowledge of server hardware, storage (SAN/NAS), and virtualisation (VMware, Hyper-V) Familiarity with network basics (IP addressing, VLANs, cabling standards)
• Experience with tools like Zabbix, SolarWinds, or similar monitoring platforms

Duties :

• Support daily operations and routine maintenance of MTC’s data centre environments Assist with the deployment and monitoring of servers, virtual machines, and storage systems
• Perform physical infrastructure tasks including racking, cabling, and hardware replacement Monitor uptime, temperature, power usage, and system alerts using DCIM tools
• Support backup operations, patch management, and capacity planning Assist with upgrades, migrations, and system documentation Ensure compliance with POPIA, ISO standards, and municipal ICT regulations
• Provide second-level support for escalated issues from field teams or service desks Liaise with vendors, ISPs, and contractors for technical resolution or maintenance tasks