Senior ICT Specialist - Electrical, Data Center

AECOM; Bellville; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,050,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work options

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

AECOM, a global infrastructure leader, invites applications for a Hybrid ICT Design Engineer role in the Western Cape. You will design ICT systems for buildings, including BMS interfaces, CCTV, access control, and network infrastructure, coordinating with architects and engineers on medium-scale projects.

The position requires 8+ years of ICT engineering design experience in the built environment, with a focus on integrating diverse ICT systems and technologies across sites.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 from an accredited education facility.
• Certifications and/or Registrations associated with ICT Design.
• Over 8 years experience in ICT engineering design within the built environment.

Responsibilities

• Take on several components of a project.
• Provide direction for team members.
• Plan and manage implementation and integration of new technologies.
• Troubleshoots problems of medium complexity and recommends appropriate action.
• Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of ICT systems.
• Coordinate with project managers, architects, and engineers to ensure seamless integration.

Skills

ICT design experience 8+ years

Education

Grade 12

Certifications related to ICT Design

Job description

• Full-time
• State/Province: Western Cape
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM SA
• Business Line: Building Engineering
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Operating Group: Group Support
• Primary Location: ZA - Cape Town, Carl Cronje Drive, B

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Here is what you will be doing:

• May take on several components of a project.
• Provides direction for team members.
• Plans and manages implementation and integration of new technologies.
• Troubleshoots problems of medium complexity and recommends appropriate action.
• Participates with other team members to achieve common goals.
• Takes ownership of standard ICT design packages with minimal supervision
• Performs routine coordination directly with architects and engineers
• Conducts site inspections independently on small to medium projects
• Resolves common technical issues without escalation
• Begins contributing to project planning and design decisions
• Provides informal guidance to Candidate ICT Specialists when needed
• Manages defined tasks within a project but not the full project
• Interprets and applies standards but does not create or modify them
• Works under direct supervision on routine tasks as per established procedures.
• Works with other team members and/or end-users to troubleshoot basic problems.
• Design and develop ICT systems, including network infrastructure, building management systems, CCTV, access control, and security systems
• Create detailed technical specifications, drawings, and documentation
• Coordinate with project managers, architects, and other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration of ICT systems
• Conduct site surveys and assessments to determine project requirements and constraints
• Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of ICT systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in existing systems
• Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and industry trends in ICT systems
• Design and support:
  • Structured cabling systems
  • Fibre optic networks
  • LAN/WAN infrastructure
  • Wi-Fi networks
  • Data centre and communications rooms
  • CCTV systems
  • Access control systems
  • Intruder detection systems
  • Public address and voice evacuation systems
  • Intercom systems
  • Building management system (BMS) interfaces

Qualifications

Here is what we are looking for:

• Grade 12 from an accredited education facility
• Certifications and/or Registrations associated with ICT Design
• Over 8years experience in ICT engineering design within the built environment

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan
• employee stock purchase plan

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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