Server / Field Engineer

PRR Recruitment; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled Server / Field Engineer to manage and optimize server and network environments for its clients. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in server administration, expertise in Windows and Linux environments, and familiarity with scripting and automation tools. Certifications such as MCSA or CompTIA Server+ are preferred. The role offers a monthly salary between R20 000 and R25 000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in server administration.
• Expertise in Windows & Linux environments.
• Familiarity with scripting & automation (PowerShell, Bash).
• Own transport required.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot Windows & Linux servers.
• Manage virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper‑V).
• Handle backup, disaster recovery, and security compliance.
• Administer Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and file servers.

Skills

Server administration

Scripting and automation

Cloud and monitoring tools

Education

Industry certifications (MCSA, MCSE, RHCSA, CompTIA Server+)

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

AWS

Azure

Nagios

Job description

Server / Field Engineer – Johannesburg - R20 000 – R25 000 p.m (depending on experience and qualifications)

A leading company in Johannesburg is looking for a skilled Server / Field Engineer to manage, maintain, and optimize server and network environments for its clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and troubleshoot Windows & Linux servers
• Manage virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper‑V)
• Handle backup, disaster recovery, and security compliance
• Administer Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and file servers

Requirements

• ? 3+ years experience in server administration
• ? Expertise in Windows & Linux environments
• ? Familiarity with scripting & automation (PowerShell, Bash)
• ? Strong knowledge of cloud & monitoring tools (AWS, Azure, Nagios)of
• ? Own transport required

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry certifications (MCSA, MCSE, RHCSA, CompTIA Server+)
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Expertise with monitoring tools (Nagios, SolarWinds, Zabbix)