Network Controller at Nelson Mandela Bay Metro

Qualifications and experience required:

• Certified Novell Engineer (CNE).
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) – NQF Level 5.
• A valid Code EB driver’s licence.
• Three years’ appropriate experience in a LAN/WAN environment in the Information Technology field.
• Preferably with six years’ experience in Information Technology in a LAN/WAN environment.
• Must be physically fit and able-bodied.

Key attributes and competencies:

The incumbent will be required to:

• identify, interpret, and apply technical solutions,
• troubleshoot/problem solve wide and local area network problems,
• upgrade devices, infrastructure system resources and control system security and administration,
• maintain backup strategies.

Job purpose:

• Coordinating of specialised applications associated with troubleshooting and problem solving Local and Wide Area Network functionality using available tools, resources and/or service providers, contractors, controlling system security and administration, providing technical and end-user support, and determining user hardware/software requirements, and monitoring usage of facilities in order to ensure availability and reliability of the Information Technology infrastructure for all Metropolitan users.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be tested on any requirement, skill or competency, which will include pre-employment screening, medical examination, security vetting and psychometric assessment.
• Fringe benefits will include membership of a Retirement Fund, Medical Aid Scheme, Group Life Assurance Scheme, participation in a Housing Subsidy and Car Schemes (subject to the conditions of the various Schemes), and normal leave and sick leave benefits.