The North-West University (NWU) Potchefstroom Campus is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Infrastructure Engineer to join our IT Operations & Infrastructure group. This position is vital in planning and managing the IT infrastructure across all university campuses, ensuring that NWU maintains its high standards of technological advancement and operational efficiency.
Infrastructure Engineer Job Overview
- Position Title: IT Infrastructure Engineer (N000891)
- Listing Reference: nwu_002931
- Listing Status: Online
- Application Deadline: 18 August 2024
- Location: Potchefstroom
- Industry: Education & Training
- Job Category: University and Academy
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Remuneration: R858 606 per annum
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor external environment for emerging technologies.
- Assess impacts, threats, and opportunities for the organization.
- Create reports and technology roadmaps.
- Provide expert advice in specialized areas.
- Maintain expert-level knowledge.
- Oversee provision of specialist advice.
- Define, approach, facilitate, and complete medium-scale projects.
- Provide leadership to project teams.
- Manage project plans, risks, and quality reviews.
- Produce or approve network architectures and configurations.
- Specify design parameters for network connectivity, capacity, and security.
- Monitor system performance and recommend modifications.
- Review industry standards on RF protocols.
- Evaluate effectiveness of RF devices and software.
- Maintain network support procedures and documentation.
- Investigate, diagnose, and resolve network problems.
- Lead installation and decommissioning projects.
- Implement quality plans and method statements.
- Manage configuration items (CIs) and related information.
- Develop configuration management strategies and guidelines.
- Manage supplier performance and relationships.
- Utilize supplier expertise for development roadmaps.
- Develop standards for data protection and disaster recovery.
- Manage storage and backup systems.
- Maintain data center standards and processes.
- Optimize data center efficiency and sustainability.
- Ensure service delivery meets agreed levels.
- Diagnose and address service delivery problems.
- Manage capacity modeling and forecasting.
- Provide advice on service component design.
Minimum Requirements
- A 3-year bachelor’s degree or an advanced diploma (NQF level 7) in Information Technology or equivalent IT certifications with relevant experience.
- A minimum of five years of experience in infrastructure project management and working in an enterprise IT environment.
Key Competencies
Technical Competencies
- Advanced project management and team leadership skills.
- Advanced network operations and maintenance expertise.
- Intermediate automation skills.
Behavioral Competencies
- Autonomy in working under broad direction.
- Significant influence on organizational, customer, supplier, and partner relations.
- Extensive range of complex technical and professional work activities.
- Familiarity with industry knowledge and active personal development.
- Demonstrated leadership and effective communication.
- Analysis, design, planning, execution, and evaluation of work to meet time, cost, and quality targets.
- Creativity, innovation, and ethical thinking in applying solutions.
Application Process
Application Instructions: Submit applications online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through other platforms will not be considered.
Click on this link to apply: Apply Here
Enquiries Regarding Job Content: Mr. Flip van Schalkwyk, Tel: 018 299-4633
Enquiries Regarding Recruitment Process: Mr. Rabs Diratsagae, Tel: 018 299-4951
Employment Equity: NWU subscribes to and applies the principles of the Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in line with the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
Note: The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If not contacted within two months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Why Join NWU?
Joining the North-West University (NWU) Potchefstroom Campus offers numerous benefits beyond the competitive remuneration package. As part of a leading educational institution, you’ll be immersed in a vibrant academic community that values innovation, research, and professional development.
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The Infrastructure Engineer position at North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, offers a unique opportunity for a highly skilled professional to contribute significantly to the university’s IT infrastructure. This role is integral to maintaining and advancing NWU’s technological capabilities across all campuses, ensuring that the university remains at the forefront of educational and operational excellence.
