Ops Specialist: Systems Engineer (Fixed Term Contract) KwaZulu, Natal

Business unit, Department, Reporting

Core Description

To manage and support customer technical solutions and provides general technical support on customer systems. Install, monitor, test and maintain cloud and infrastructure solutions. To provide specialised technical support (technology specific) 

Key Deliverables / Primary Functions

• Execute to the Managed Services business plan and strategies. 
• Support, maintain and manage the technical aspects of a managed Cloud/Operating system solution and ensure contracted service level agreements are met. Perform proactive activities such as health-checks, documentation updates and performance reporting 
• Plan, coordinate and implement system changes within client specified change windows. Liaise with the clients, vendors and other partners to ensure minimal disruption to the client's day-to-day business operations. 
• Manage, own and co-ordinate the technical resolution of service disruptions in a timely manner. 
• Assist with project delivery.  
• Contribute to the overall team effectiveness through technical contributions, customer focus and teamwork. 
• Assist colleagues and contribute to the quality and values 
• Drive a proactive culture to reduce common causes of operational problems. 
• Understand the requirements of being part of a 24x7 on-call operation 
• Operates closely with associated infrastructure service teams to meet SLA’s and resolve problem

Core Functional Skills & Capabilities

Core Behavioural Competencies

Minimum Qualifications

Additional Education -Preferred /Advantage

Experience

3 years’ experience

OR

Grade 12 & 5 years’ experience

Certifications

Professional Memberships in Relevant Industry

Level of Engagement & Span of Control

Span of Control : 0

Level of Engagement  : Operational/Technical

Special Requirements / Employment Condition

Workplace / Physical Requirements