IT Administrator

Webrepublic; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive IT Administrator to join their dynamic team in Cape Town. This role involves maintaining critical IT infrastructure and managing projects that enhance operational efficiency. You will have the opportunity to work with leading global brands and learn from experts in the field. With a focus on personal growth, this position offers a vibrant work environment and hybrid arrangements, making it an exciting opportunity for those eager to advance their careers in IT.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Opportunities to work on exciting projects

Learning from Subject Matter Experts

Flat hierarchies

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in IT administration or similar role.
• Proactive approach and ability to work independently.
• Experience with system audits, backups, and recovery processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain essential IT infrastructure including operating systems and applications.
• Manage IT projects supporting broader business initiatives.
• Communicate project status clearly with stakeholders.

Skills

IT Administration

Server Administration

Troubleshooting Skills

Project Management

Cloud Platforms (Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)

Programming/Scripting Languages

Education

National Diploma in IT

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Active Directory

Virtualization

JumpCloud

XenServer

Job description

Overview

Over the last decade, Webrepublic has grown from an ambitious startup into Switzerland’s leading digital agency. Recently, we launched a subsidiary in South Africa to work alongside our HQ in Switzerland. Our team in Cape Town has expanded, and we are now looking for a Project Coordinator & Administrator to help develop our local presence into a large-scale operation.

Role: IT Administrator

As an IT Administrator, you will support our teams in Cape Town and Zurich, as well as assist our subsidiary, PACE. Your responsibilities will include maintaining our infrastructure to ensure high service levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain essential IT infrastructure including operating systems, security tools, applications, servers, email systems, laptops, desktops, software, and hardware.
• Manage IT projects and solutions supporting broader business initiatives.
• Operate critical systems that provide a competitive edge in the global market.
• Develop analytics and processes for faster, smarter operations and meaningful insights.
• Communicate project status, activities, and achievements clearly with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications and Skills

The ideal candidate will have:

• A National Diploma, Higher Certificate, or Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
• At least 2 years of proven experience in IT administration or a similar role.
• A proactive approach and ability to work independently.
• Server administration skills including user/group management, security permissions, Group Policy, and print services.
• Experience in monitoring data center health, troubleshooting hardware issues, and building/testing servers.
• Ability to support internal infrastructure and networks, including laptops/desktops, servers, routers, switches, firewalls, printers, and phones.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to identify root causes and provide Level 2/3 support.
• Experience with system audits, backups, and recovery processes.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies.
• Working knowledge of programming/scripting languages, major OS, enterprise backup & recovery, performance monitoring, Active Directory, virtualization, HTTP traffic, content delivery, caching, project management, and cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud).
• Nice-to-have skills: experience with JumpCloud, XenServer, and knowledge of German language.

What We Offer

• A dynamic work environment supporting personal growth and development.
• Opportunities to work on exciting projects with leading global brands.
• Learning from Subject Matter Experts across digital marketing disciplines.
• Flat hierarchies and short decision paths within a young, international team.
• Exposure to diverse disciplines beyond your core skill set.
• A vibrant office in Cape Town with flexible, hybrid work arrangements.
• A competitive compensation package.

Interested?

We look forward to your online application including your CV, portfolio, and references.

Webrepublic is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, with a preference for previously disadvantaged individuals.