Job Description
About the Role
Our client, a leading player in the Industrial IoT space, has an opportunity available for a Team Lead: IT to join their team in Somerset West. This role is suited to a technically strong and hands-on IT professional who can take ownership of the internal IT environment, while also providing leadership, structure, and strategic direction to the IT function.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and manage the IT team, ensuring accountability, performance, and continuous development
- Establish, implement, and maintain IT standards, policies, and best practices
- Act as the primary escalation point for complex infrastructure, systems, and support-related matters
- Take ownership of the performance, stability, and security of the internal IT environment
- Oversee systems administration, infrastructure lifecycle management, and proactive maintenance
- Drive continuous improvement of infrastructure resilience and operational efficiency
- Manage company backup strategies, including testing, integrity, and compliance
- Develop, maintain, and execute disaster recovery and business continuity plans
- Ensure uptime targets are achieved and operational disruptions are minimised
- Conduct regular infrastructure risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies
- Manage relationships with external service providers, technology vendors, and network partners
- Monitor and enforce SLAs with relevant service providers
- Work closely with leadership and business stakeholders to align IT capabilities with operational and strategic needs
- Contribute to IT planning, budgeting, procurement, and cost optimisation
- Ensure robust cybersecurity controls, compliance, and user awareness across the business
- Oversee infrastructure relating to the office environment, including LAN, power, solar, inverters, and battery management
- Support the internal IT needs of employees, including desktop and end-user support
Requirements
Advanced Certificate or Diploma in Information Technology
Qualifications
No formal education/certifications mentioned.
Salary & Benefits
Salary information not mentioned.
How to Apply
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About Software Engineer Jobs in Western Cape
The Western Cape is home to a thriving software engineering sector, with a growing demand for skilled professionals in the technology industry. Typically, this demand is driven by the increasing adoption of digital solutions across various sectors, including financial services, manufacturing, and healthcare. As a result, software engineers in the region are in high demand, particularly those with expertise in areas such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
In terms of salary expectations, it’s common to find software engineers in the Western Cape earning between R500 000 and R1 200 000 per annum, depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. However, please note that these are broad ranges and actual salaries can vary significantly based on individual circumstances.
Software engineers in this region typically possess a range of skills, including proficiency in programming languages (such as Java, Python, or C++), experience with software development methodologies (like Agile or Waterfall), knowledge of database management systems (DBMS), and understanding of cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Additionally, having experience with DevOps tools, collaboration platforms (e.g., Slack or Trello), and familiarity with version control systems (Git) are also highly valued skills. Other common skills for software engineers in this region include proficiency in languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Software engineering roles can be found across various industries, including the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and healthcare industry. The finance sector, for example, employs software engineers to develop trading platforms, risk management systems, and banking applications. In contrast, the technology industry relies on software engineers to design and implement digital solutions for its products and services.
Career progression opportunities are generally good in this field, with many companies offering professional development programs, mentorship schemes, and training initiatives. Typically, software engineers can expect to move into senior roles such as team lead or technical lead after several years of experience. With continued learning and skill acquisition, they may also opt for more specialized roles like technical architect or product manager.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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