Hybrid Telecoms Systems Admin — VoIP, UC & Security

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working environment

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a meticulous Telecoms Systems Administrator to manage the company’s IT and communications infrastructure. The role blends on-site duties with remote flexibility in a hybrid work setting.

You will oversee PBX, VoIP, and unified communications, ensure uptime, and support daily operations with strong networking and security practices. Prior experience in telecoms systems is required.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in systems administration with a telecoms focus.
• Proven experience with VoIP, PBX systems, and unified communications.
• Strong networking fundamentals and Windows/Linux server administration.
• Experience with monitoring tools and automation scripting.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain telecommunications systems including PBX and VoIP.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls for telecoms/IT.
• Implement and maintain network security measures and firewall controls.
• Perform regular backups and ensure disaster recovery readiness.
• Provide technical support for telecoms and IT-related issues.

Skills

VoIP technologies

PBX systems

Unified communications

Networking (TCP/IP DNS DHCP)

Windows/Linux server administration

Scripting for automation

System monitoring

Security measures

Backups and disaster recovery

Technical support

Education

National Diploma in Information Technology/Computer Science

Tools

PBX administration

VoIP platforms

Unified communications tools

Monitoring tools

Scripting (PowerShell/Bash)

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a meticulous Telecoms Systems Administrator to manage the company’s IT and communications infrastructure. The role blends on-site duties with remote flexibility in a hybrid work setting.

You will oversee PBX, VoIP, and unified communications, ensure uptime, and support daily operations with strong networking and security practices. Prior experience in telecoms systems is required.