IT System Specialist

Kerzner International; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

One&Only Cape Town is seeking an IT System Specialist to support day-to-day IT operations across hotel systems, devices and business applications. You will respond to incidents, deploy hardware and software, manage Active Directory and user access, and help ensure reliable guest services through secure technology.

The role requires at least 3 years of IT support experience, preferably in hospitality, and familiarity with Windows, Microsoft 365, and OPERA Cloud PMS or Simphony POS.

Qualifications

• 3+ years IT support experience, preferably in hospitality.
• Experience supporting Windows, Microsoft 365, Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD).
• Knowledge of user administration and access management.
• Basic VMware knowledge and networking basics (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
• Experience with hospitality tech like OPERA Cloud PMS or Simphony POS is advantageous.
• Understanding cybersecurity best practices, MFA and endpoint protection.
• ITIL, MCSE/MCSA or CompTIA certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day IT support to hotel colleagues and guests.
• Maintain IT operations, incidents and service requests within SLAs.
• Administer Active Directory, user accounts, security groups and access permissions.
• Install, configure and update operating systems and software; manage endpoints.
• Support and monitor hotel systems like OPERA Cloud PMS and Simphony POS.
• Coordinate with vendors for hardware upgrades and project work.
• Ensure security, backups and disaster recovery readiness.

Skills

Windows

Microsoft 365

Active Directory

Azure AD

User administration

Troubleshooting

Customer service

ITIL

Education

ITIL Foundation

MCSE/MCSA

CompTIA

Tools

OPERA Cloud PMS

Simphony POS

VMware

Job description

At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests’ stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that’s chic but wonderfully unstuffy, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn.

Set in the vibrant heart of Cape Town’s waterfront, surrounded by restaurants, shopping, art and entertainment; on the doorstep of Table Mountain; and within easy reach of spectacular beaches, national parks, and winelands; One&Only Cape Town is the ultimate curator of discovery, from active adventures, to mindful moments and exclusive, tailored experiences. The warm South African charm is one of our most unique and valued assets. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest’s every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion

Job Summary

The IT System Specialists is responsible for providing day-to-day technical support and maintaining the hotel's IT infrastructure, business applications and end-user systems. This role ensures the reliable, secure and efficient operation of technology services while delivering exceptional support to colleagues, enhancing the guest experience through reliable technology, and assisting with IT projects and initiatives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to the establishment, maintenance and continuous improvement of IT operations to support the administration and service delivery needs of the resort and its entities.
• Provide technical support to colleagues, ensuring incidents and service requests are resolved within agreed service levels.
• Commission, deploy, migrate and decommission hardware, software, network infrastructure and user access to support business operations.
• Perform user account administration, including Active Directory, Microsoft 365, email accounts, security groups and access permissions.
• Install, configure, upgrade and maintain approved operating systems, software applications and endpoint security solutions as directed by the IT Manager.
• Undertake routine maintenance, health checks and troubleshooting of desktops, laptops, printers, mobile devices, POS terminals, peripherals and other end-user equipment.
• Support and maintain hotel technology systems, including OPERA Cloud PMS, Simphony POS, telephony, CCTV, access control, guest Wi‑Fi, AV systems and other operational applications.
• Assist with the administration, maintenance and troubleshooting of LAN, WAN, Wi‑Fi, switches, routers, firewalls and internet connectivity.
• Conduct acceptance testing and quality assurance for new IT hardware, software and technology solutions prior to deployment.
• Accurately record, administer and manage the lifecycle of IT assets, software licences and consumables through the IT Asset Management System.
• Maintain IT documentation, knowledge base articles, system configurations, procedures, network diagrams and user guides.
• Proactively monitor system performance, infrastructure health, operating system updates, application patches, firmware updates and endpoint security to ensure systems remain secure and compliant.
• Administer, monitor and verify backup and recovery operations, investigate failures and report findings and recommendations to the IT Manager.
• Produce and review systems, infrastructure and network monitoring reports to identify trends, recurring issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Accurately administer and maintain the IT Helpdesk system, ensuring incidents, service requests and changes are logged, prioritized, updated and resolved appropriately.
• Investigate technical issues, document diagnostic information, actions taken and resolutions, and ensure users are kept informed throughout the support process.
• Develop and maintain technical procedures, standard operating procedures and user guides to improve service delivery and promote best practices.
• Coordinate with third‑party vendors and service providers for support, maintenance, warranty repairs, upgrades and project implementations.
• Participate in IT infrastructure upgrades, system implementations, hotel renovations and other technology projects as assigned.
• Support disaster recovery readiness, backup validation, business continuity planning and disaster recovery testing activities.
• Ensure compliance with company IT policies, cybersecurity standards, software licensing requirements and audit controls, promptly escalating security incidents and risks.
• Research emerging technologies, industry trends and best practices, recommending improvements to enhance IT services and operational efficiency.
• Continually seek opportunities to improve internal customer satisfaction, strengthen stakeholder relationships and deliver exceptional service to colleagues and guests.
• Participate in an after‑hours support or on‑call rotation for critical business systems and operational incidents, where required.
• Undertake any other IT duties or responsibilities as assigned by the IT Manager.

Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an IT support role, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Experience supporting Microsoft Windows, Microsoft 365, Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) environments.
• Working knowledge of user administration and access management.
• Basic knowledge of VMware virtualization technologies is advantageous.
• Basic networking knowledge, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, Wi‑Fi and VPN connectivity.
• Experience supporting hospitality applications such as OPERA Cloud PMS, Simphony POS, or similar systems is advantageous.
• Understanding of cybersecurity best practices, including endpoint protection, patch management and multi‑factor authentication (MFA).
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
• ITIL Foundation, Microsoft (MCSE / MCSA), CompTIA or other relevant industry certifications would be advantageous.

Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open‑hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.