If you’re an IT professional looking to advance your career, Eskom Careers offers an exciting opportunity with the Data Centre Officer X5 position at the Sunninghill office. This permanent role allows you to contribute to South Africa’s leading electricity, energy, and water supply provider while gaining hands-on experience in critical IT infrastructure management.
Data Centre Officer Job Overview
Listing Reference: eskom_000050
Apply By: 1 October 2025
Location: Sunninghill
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE Position: No
About the Role
As a Data Centre Officer, you will ensure the availability, reliability, and efficiency of Eskom’s Data Centre in line with business requirements. This position is ideal for professionals who want to work closely with service providers, suppliers, and internal teams to maintain high standards of service and security.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and report on overall Data Centre availability and optimize capacity.
- Advise on the design, build, and hosting of ICT equipment in a physically secure environment.
- Perform installations, decommissioning, and maintenance of servers, network equipment, and storage hardware.
- Support collaboration across all Group IT functions.
- Implement Data Centre strategies for successful hosting of various hardware types.
- Assist the Data Centre Manager with planning and researching new Data Centre technology solutions.
If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Minimum Requirements
Qualification(s):
- National Diploma in Information Management, Information Systems, or Information Sciences (NQF 6, 240 Credits)
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Data Centre environments and critical infrastructure systems.
Benefits
- Eskom internal benefits apply.
- Permanent, market-related remuneration package.
- Opportunity to work at one of South Africa’s leading electricity and energy providers.
About Eskom
Eskom Careers give you the chance to work with South Africa’s primary electricity supplier, serving households, businesses, and industries nationwide. The company emphasizes innovation, reliability, and sustainability while fostering an inclusive work environment. Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity, encouraging applications from under-represented groups and candidates with disabilities. Eskom also maintains a smoke-free workplace.
How to Apply
To be considered for this exciting Eskom Careers opportunity, submit your application before 1 October 2025. Make sure your CV and qualifications meet the minimum requirements. Preference may be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups in line with Eskom’s employment equity plan.