Job Description
This is a brilliant opportunity for a Systems Engineer with server (Microsoft/Linux) deployment & configuration experience and network administration experience to join SA’s leading FMCG group as they move their operations to a cutting-edge tech-enabled location.
You will be key to the planning, design, deployment, and secure migration of the company’s technical systems as they transition to a new, future-proof premises.
This Systems Engineer role is Johannesburg-based with a CTC of up to R720K per annum.
THE COMPANY
This is a market LEADING South African FMCG business that has become a well-renowned household name. This proudly South African, tech-integrated organization has manufactured, marketed, and distributed their very well-known brand range of household products for well over 20 years.
They have recently experienced exceptional growth during the past few years due to an increase in consumer demand which they leveraged thanks to their continuous commitment to tech-enabled business operations.
THE ROLE
As Systems Engineer, your role will be to lead the technical planning and on-the-ground execution of the IT infrastructure move to the company’s new location. You will support the IT Manager with both strategic input and hands-on implementation—auditing current infrastructure, coordinating disassembly and reinstallation of servers and network hardware, configuring and validating systems, and ensuring all services are restored without disruption.
Your responsibilities will include setting up & configuring hardware/software, managing virtual environments (Windows/Linux), deploying Active Directory & Office 365, maintaining servers and workstations, and overseeing post-move optimisation and support. You’ll also configure peripherals like access control, printers, and Wi-Fi, ensuring full operational readiness in the new environment.
REQUIREMENTS
5+ years’ experience as a Systems Engineer
MCSA-certified
Experience designing & deploying physical & virtual servers
Microsoft & Linux server configuration experience
Network administration experience
Experience with infrastructure relocation or major system migration projects (advantageous)
ITIL knowledge