Junior Network Admin - Hybrid, Mentored Growth

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Comprehensive medical aid and pension/

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Junior Network Administrator to support our client's IT infrastructure in Queenstown. This entry-level role provides hands-on exposure to network management and telecommunications under the guidance of senior IT staff.

You will learn to install, configure, and troubleshoot network hardware, monitor performance, manage user accounts, and assist with documentation and security policies.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in IT/Networking required.
• Basic understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP.
• Familiarity with Windows or Linux operating systems.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation, configuration, and maintenance of network hardware (routers, switches, APs).
• Monitor network performance and respond to alerts; perform basic troubleshooting.
• Provide user account management and support for network-related issues.
• Maintain network diagrams and inventory documentation.
• Support security policy implementation and participate in upgrades under supervision.

Skills

TCP/IP basics

Windows OS

Linux OS

Networking concepts

Education

Diploma or degree in IT/Networking

Job description

Placements24 invites applications for a Junior Network Administrator to support our client's IT infrastructure in Queenstown. This entry-level role provides hands-on exposure to network management and telecommunications under the guidance of senior IT staff.

You will learn to install, configure, and troubleshoot network hardware, monitor performance, manage user accounts, and assist with documentation and security policies.