Job details

Circular Post No: 25/398
Job Ref Number: IT/2026
Province: Free State
Centre: Thabo Mofutsanyana District, Phuthaditjhaba
Closing Date: 07 August 2026
Salary: R338 106 per annum (Level 07)

Applications

Where to send your application.

Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Due to high volumes, the Department will not acknowledge receipt of applications. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not heard from us within 4 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and readvertise the post at any time in the future. Important: FSDARDEA is an opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. No late applications will be considered. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

Salary

R338 106 per annum (Level 07)

Requirements

Tertiary qualification (NQF 6) in Information, Communication Technology or any ICT relevant qualification Application certification.

Duties

  • Implement and installation of ITC equipment, which will include the setup, installation and testing of new equipment.
  • Maintaining ITC equipment and software.
  • Check for Viruses.
  • Implement Security &
  • Firewalls.
  • Identify Hardware problems and Install Update(s) and patches of software.
  • Install and commit connections for the transversal systems (e.g.
  • PERSAL, BAS, LOGIS).
  • Desktop and Technical Support Service in order for users to understand general IT programs and functionality.
  • Network Administration e.g. responsible for upkeep and maintenance of LAN &
  • WAN.
  • Maintaining servers: Execute backups and supporting information.
  • Provide e-mail access and Internet access to ensure effective communication.

Enquiries

Ms S Moshodi at 072 711 3848

Notes

To apply, submit a newly implemented Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre-entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/ appointment is subject to successful competition of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence and integrity. All shortlisted candidates for other posts, shall undertake a pre-entry assessment which will be in the form of a practical / technical exercise. Candidates will also be assessed on Integrity (Ethical Conduct). Selection panels shall score the technical exercise as an additional criterion in the interview process. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened.

Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.

Original Text
POST 25/398 : IT TECHNICIAN REF NO: IT/2026
SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Thabo Mofutsanyana District, Phuthaditjhaba
REQUIREMENTS : Tertiary qualification (NQF 6) in Information, Communication Technology or any ICT relevant qualification Application certification.
DUTIES : Implement and installation of ITC equipment, which will include the setup, installation and testing of new equipment. Maintaining ITC equipment and
software. Check for Viruses. Implement Security & Firewalls. Identify Hardware problems and Install Update(s) and patches of software. Install and commit
connections for the transversal systems (e.g. PERSAL, BAS, LOGIS). Desktop and Technical Support Service in order for users to understand general IT
programs and functionality. Network Administration e.g. responsible for upkeep and maintenance of LAN & WAN. Maintaining servers: Execute backups and
supporting information. Provide e-mail access and Internet access to ensure effective communication.
ENQUIRIES : Ms S Moshodi at 072 711 3848

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