Trainee Cloud Operations Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Hands-on cloud platforms

Certification opportunities

Hybrid work model

Career progression

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Pretoria, Gauteng, offers a Trainee Cloud Operations Specialist Apprenticeship designed for individuals passionate about cloud infrastructure and systems administration. The role provides in-depth training on major cloud platforms with hands-on experience in managing and maintaining critical cloud-based services.

You will join a dedicated team focused on reliability and performance, with a hybrid work arrangement allowing for both in-office collaboration and remote

Qualifications

• Matriculation or equivalent qualification.
• Strong interest in IT infrastructure, cloud computing, and systems administration.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP).
• Familiarity with operating systems like Linux or Windows Server.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-starter with a strong desire to learn and grow in the cloud technology space.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.
• Must be based in or able to commute to Pretoria, Gauteng.
• Eagerness to pursue relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring cloud infrastructure performance and availability.
• Learn to deploy, configure, and manage cloud resources (e.g., virtual machines, storage, networks).
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving operational issues across cloud environments.
• Support the implementation of automation scripts for routine tasks.
• Learn to manage user access and security configurations in the cloud.
• Assist in disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of system documentation.
• Collaborate with development and security teams to ensure operational best practices.
• Gain experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools and methodologies.
• Respond to alerts and incidents, performing initial diagnostics and escalation.

Skills

IT infrastructure

Cloud computing

Networking basics

Linux / Windows

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Self-starter

Education

Matriculation

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking motivated individuals for a Trainee Cloud Operations Specialist Apprenticeship in Pretoria, Gauteng. This role is designed for individuals passionate about cloud infrastructure, systems administration, and ensuring the smooth operation of cloud-based services. You will receive in-depth training on major cloud platforms, learning to manage, monitor, and maintain critical systems. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced IT environment, working with cutting‑edge cloud technologies. You will join a dedicated team focused on reliability and performance. The role requires you to be based in or near Pretoria, Gauteng, with a hybrid working arrangement allowing for both in‑office collaboration and remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring cloud infrastructure performance and availability.
• Learn to deploy, configure, and manage cloud resources (e.g., virtual machines, storage, networks).
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving operational issues across cloud environments.
• Support the implementation of automation scripts for routine tasks.
• Learn to manage user access and security configurations in the cloud.
• Assist in disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of system documentation.
• Collaborate with development and security teams to ensure operational best practices.
• Gain experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools and methodologies.
• Respond to alerts and incidents, performing initial diagnostics and escalation.

Requirements

• Matriculation or equivalent qualification.
• A strong interest in IT infrastructure, cloud computing, and systems administration.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP).
• Familiarity with operating systems like Linux or Windows Server.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Self‑starter with a strong desire to learn and grow in the cloud technology space.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.
• Must be based in or able to commute to Pretoria, Gauteng.
• Eagerness to pursue relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and mentorship in cloud operations and administration.
• Hands‑on experience with leading cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Opportunity to earn industry‑recognized cloud certifications.
• Exposure to real‑world IT infrastructure challenges and solutions.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Potential for career advancement into senior cloud roles.
• Collaborative team environment in Pretoria, Gauteng.
• Development of essential skills for the modern IT landscape.