Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Specialist Support Engineer to join our team in Johannesburg, South Africa. As a key member of our MIS Department, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining our virtualized infrastructure, including VMware Virtual Infrastructure within our virtualized infrastructure and solutions. You will also oversee the backup infrastructure and solutions for enterprise and operational technology using Veeam Backup & Replication.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the VMware Virtual Infrastructure within the virtualized infrastructure and solutions.
- Oversee the backup infrastructure and solutions for enterprise and operational technology using Veeam Backup & Replication.
- Administer the user backup infrastructure effectively.
- Manage the server hardware infrastructure and associated solutions.
- Handle and execute special projects as assigned.
- Liaise with and manage third-party contractors.
- Maintain and update MIS documentation accurately.
- Ensure strict compliance and conformance to Air Products’ safety procedures.
- Adhere to and implement BSP (Basis Safety Practice) activities consistently.
Requirements
- A minimum of 10 years of experience as a Systems Administrator on Windows Server is required.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience as a VMware Administrator is essential.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience as an IBM Storage Administrator is required.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience as a Backup Administrator using Veeam is necessary.
- Possession of a valid drivers license and reliable personal transportation is mandatory.
- Willingness to travel as an operational requirement of the role is essential.
- Availability to work regular shifts, weekends, or participate in rotational on-call duties is required.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems or equivalent is required.
- Certifications in MCSA/MCSE for Windows Server are mandatory.
- Certification as an MCITP Enterprise Administrator for Windows Server is essential.
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP6/VCP7/VCP8/VCP9) certification is required.
- IBM Certified Specialist credentials in System X, IBM Storage, IBM Tape, and IBM Fibre are mandatory.
- A Veeam Certified Backup Specialist certification is necessary.
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