Bergivier Municipality has officially opened applications for a Systems Administrator post based in Piketberg, Western Cape. This is a permanent municipal position within the Directorate: Corporate Services, ideal for experienced ICT professionals looking to work in local government.
Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Job Overview: Systems Administrator (Piketberg)
- Position: Systems Administrator
- Directorate: Corporate Services
- Reference Number: K29/081/PB
- Salary: R410 724 per annum (Task Grade T12 – Category 3 Local Authority)
- Location: Piketberg, Western Cape
- Appointment Date: 01 April 2026 or as soon as possible
- Closing Date: Friday, 23 January 2026 at 15:00
Minimum Qualifications Required
Applicants must meet all minimum requirements to be considered:
- National Diploma in Information Technology / Computer Science / Information Systems
- Or a relevant professional ICT qualification
- Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst (required)
Required Experience
- 2 to 5 years’ relevant ICT experience
- Proven experience in:
- Systems administration
- SQL-based report development
- Power BI, Excel, and database management
- ICT security, compliance, and audits
- CMS platforms and municipal ICT environments
Key Responsibilities
As a Systems Administrator, your role will include:
- Supporting municipal ICT systems, with a focus on:
- Financial systems
- Data governance
- Performance monitoring
- Managing:
- Databases, servers, backups, and system security
- Software installations and updates
- Data migration and system integration
- Developing:
- Reports using SQL, Power BI, and Excel
- Structured datasets for compliance and audit purposes
- Ensuring:
- ICT compliance with legislation and municipal standards
- System availability, performance, and disaster recovery
- Providing:
- Second-line user support
- ICT advice and troubleshooting
- Supporting Smart City and ICT innovation initiatives
Competency Requirements
Core Competencies
- Planning and organising
- Monitoring and control
- Business communication
- Negotiation and problem-solving
Functional Competencies
- ICT strategy and planning
- Business systems analysis
- Data conversion and integration
- User support and operations
Personal Attributes
- High attention to detail
- Resilience and accountability
- Learning orientation
- Ability to work under pressure
How to Apply
All applications must follow the official municipal process.
Required Documents
- Completed Bergivier Municipality application form
- Comprehensive CV (max 3 pages)
- Certified copies of:
- Qualifications
- ID document
- Driver’s licence
- At least two contactable references
Submission Options
- Hand deliver or post to:
Bergivier Municipality
13 Church Street
Piketberg, 7320 - Or post to: PO Box 60, Piketberg, 7320
⚠️ No faxed or electronic applications will be accepted.
Important Notes
- Late or incomplete applications will be disqualified
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo:
- Police clearance
- Qualification verification
- Credit and reference checks
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Preference may be given to candidates from the Bergivier municipal area (WC013)
Closing Date Reminder
🗓 Friday, 23 January 2026 at 15:00
If you are not contacted within six weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.