Job Description
We are seeking a Junior Operator to support and monitor production environments, including networks, mainframe systems, and servers within a banking or financial services environment. The role involves executing daily and month-end batch processing, performing routine system backups, monitoring ATM and POS transactions, and ensuring all connectivity environments remain fully operational.
What you’ll do:
- Monitoring of all environments (networks, mainframe, servers etc.) connectivity
- Execute daily batch processing for banking clients
- Execute month-end batch processing for banking clients
- Diagnose and correct equipment malfunctions
- Perform daily backups as per operational procedures
- Shift handover and effective communication with regards the production and development systems
- Continuous updates of daily reports
- Effectively execute requests from users
- Good understanding of operating standards and procedures
- Tapes and tape library management
- Monitoring of transactions of the banks on ATMs and POS
- Organise and schedule production work
- Understanding of JCL and mainframe commands
- Understanding CA Workload Automation ESP (scheduling product)
- Understanding of operation standards in the mainframe environment
- Troubleshoot problems arising from system errors and if needed escalate
- Responsible for monitoring all connectivity environments, as well as continuous updates of all daily reports
- To perform after hours and weekend help desk functions
Your Expertise:
- Previous experience in Data Centre advantageous
- Previous financial services experience advantageous
- Communication skills
- Problem solving techniques
- Ability to work as a team
- Ability to work under pressure, cope with stress
Qualifications:
- Matric
How to Apply
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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