Digital Workplace Consultant (Power Platforms Development)

First Technology Pty Ltd; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking a Digital Workplace Consultant to enhance collaboration and productivity through modern workplace solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and related technologies, with a focus on designing solutions that meet client needs. This position is based in South Africa, with candidates from Johannesburg, Midrand, Durban, or Cape Town encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in digital workplace solutions.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 ecosystem.
• Capable of gathering business requirements and designing user-centric solutions.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with clients to understand business requirements.
• Design and implement Microsoft 365 solutions.
• Develop and customize Power Platform applications.

Skills

Experience with Microsoft 365

Proven experience as a Power Platform Developer

Strong communication skills

Education

Microsoft 365 or Power Platform certifications

Tools

Power Apps

Power Automate

Power BI

Job description

The Digital Workplace Consultant (Power Platforms)plays a pivotal role in delivering modern workplace solutions that enhance collaboration, productivity, and digital transformation for clients. This role requires hands-on experience with Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online, Teams, Power Platform, CoPilot and related technologies. The consultant will be responsible for analysing business needs, designing solutions, configuring environments, and supporting user adoption and training.

This position is open to candidates based in Johannesburg, Midrand, Durban or Cape Town

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with clients to understand their business requirements and translate them into modern workplace solutions.
• Design, implement, and configure Microsoft 365 solutions, including SharePoint Online, Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and Viva.
• Develop and customize Power Platform applications (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) to automate business processes.
• Conduct discovery workshops, solution design sessions, and user training.
• Assist in data and document migrations to SharePoint Online or Microsoft Teams.
• Create functional and technical documentation for solutions.
• Provide post-implementation support, enhancements, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with internal technical teams, business analysts, and project managers to deliver successful engagements.
• Stay up to date with new Microsoft features, releases, and best practices.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 3–5 years of experience in delivering digital workplace or Microsoft Modern Work solutions.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 ecosystem (SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, Microsoft 365 Groups).
• Proven experience as a Power Platform Developer, with a strong portfolio showcasing Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI solutions.
• Experience with intranet portals, content management, and collaboration tools.
• Strong understanding of SharePoint architecture, site configuration, and administration.
• Familiarity with Microsoft security, compliance, and governance features
• Experience with integrating Power Platform solutions with other Microsoft products (e.g., SharePoint, Teams) and third-party applications.
• Ability to gather business requirements, document user stories, and design user-centric solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft 365 or Power Platform certifications (e.g., MS-600, PL-100, PL-200).
• Experience with third-party migration tools (e.g., ShareGate, AvePoint)
• Exposure to Microsoft Viva and Copilot Studio

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Professional client interaction and presentation skills.