? WE'RE HIRING: IT MANAGER

Dante Personnel; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Dante Personnel is seeking a proactive IT leader to oversee the organisation's IT infrastructure, networks and daily operations in Gauteng, South Africa. The role requires hands-on management of servers, hardware and software, with emphasis on security, data protection and disaster recovery.

You will drive IT projects, manage external service providers and ensure alignment of IT with business needs, delivering reliable systems and support across the enterprise.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) is required.
• Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field.
• At least 5 years' IT experience, preferably in a management or senior IT role.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking, servers and systems administration.
• Experience with Microsoft environments, hardware and software support.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity, data protection and disaster recovery.
• Experience managing IT projects and external service providers.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the company's IT infrastructure, systems and daily IT operations.
• Manage and maintain servers, networks, hardware and software.
• Ensure system security, data protection and effective backup procedures.
• Manage IT support, troubleshooting and technical problem-solving.
• Oversee IT projects, upgrades and system implementations.
• Monitor network performance and ensure minimal system downtime.
• Manage IT suppliers, service providers and software licences.
• Implement and maintain IT policies, procedures and security protocols.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and operational efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and support to employees across the business.

Skills

IT leadership

IT infrastructure

Networking

Servers & systems administration

Microsoft environments

Hardware & software support

Cybersecurity & data protection

Disaster recovery

IT project management

Vendor management

Troubleshooting & problem solving

Communication & leadership

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Diploma or Degree in IT/CS/IS or related field

Tools

SYSPRO ERP

Job description

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric (Grade 12).
• Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field.
• At least 5 years' relevant IT experience, preferably in a management or senior IT role.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking, servers and systems administration.
• Experience with Microsoft environments, hardware and software support.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity, data protection and disaster recovery.
• Experience managing IT projects and external service providers.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Advantageous:

• Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment.
• ERP system experience, particularly SYSPRO.
• Knowledge of database management and system integrations.
• Experience with IT security frameworks and network administration.

The ideal candidate:

A proactive, hands-on IT professional with strong leadership abilities, excellent technical knowledge and the ability to align IT systems with business and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the company's IT infrastructure, systems and daily IT operations.
• Manage and maintain servers, networks, hardware and software.
• Ensure system security, data protection and effective backup procedures.
• Manage IT support, troubleshooting and technical problem-solving.
• Oversee IT projects, upgrades and system implementations.
• Monitor network performance and ensure minimal system downtime.
• Manage IT suppliers, service providers and software licences.
• Implement and maintain IT policies, procedures and security protocols.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and operational efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and support to employees across the business.