NETWORK ENGINEER - LAN (ROSEBANK - HYBRID) - UP TO R1.7M PER ANNUM

A leading producer of platinum group metals and key contributor to South Africa's mining sector is seeking an experienced and highly capable Network Engineer to join their team and help strengthen their enterprise technology and operational infrastructure

The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and support of Local Area Network (LAN) infrastructure across operational and corporate sites. You will be working with a team that does not just build networks - they enable the digital backbone of a world-class mining operation.

To join this company committed to building robust, secure, and future-ready digital infrastructure that powers operational excellence, APPLY NOW!!!

Technical Requirements

• 7+ years hands-on experience managing enterprise network environments and teams.
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco switching platforms (Catalyst, Nexus) and Cisco DNA Center.
• Strong understanding of routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), STP variants, VXLAN, multicast, QoS, and SD Access concepts.
• Experience with network automation (Python/Ansible/Git) and infrastructure-as-code practices.
• Solid understanding of NAC (Cisco ISE), firewall policies, and segmentation.
• Soft Skills & Organizational Requirements
• Ability to develop and present technical strategies to leadership.
• Strong documentation capability and adherence to change control & ITIL processes.
• Analytical thinking, proactive problem-solving, and operational discipline.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related field (essential).
• Professional Certifications:
• CCNP Enterprise (required)
• CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure (preferred but not essential)
• Additional certifications such as JNCIP/JNCIE, Aruba, Fortinet NSE, or network automation credentials (advantageous).

Reference Number for this position is MAT61283 which is a permanentposition based in Rosebank offering a cost to company salary of up to R1.7m per annum depending on experience and ability. Contact Mavis on [email protected] or call her on(***)***-**** to discuss this and other opportunities.

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