Server/Field Engineer

PRR Recruitment Services; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 223,200 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

PRR Recruitment Services is seeking a skilled Server/Field Engineer to manage and optimize server and network environments in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will have 3+ years of experience and a strong command of both Windows and Linux operating systems.

This role includes responsibilities such as configuring servers, managing virtualization platforms, and ensuring disaster recovery and compliance. Ideal candidates will possess relevant industry certifications and own transport.

Qualifications

• 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).
• 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

Windows environments

Linux environments

Scripting

Cloud tools

Networking knowledge

Education

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

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

AWS

Azure

Nagios

Job description

Overview

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.

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)
• 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)

Apply with your CV and certificate to [e-mail]