IT System Administrator (AX 2012 Specialist)

Job Description

• A client within the within the Motor Vechical Manufacturing industry is looking for a IT System Administrator AX 2012 Specialist to join their team in Boxsburg, GP.
• As IT System Administrator AX 2012 Specialist your responsibilities will, among others, the setup, maintenance, and optimization of IT systems, with a primary focus on the Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 environment, infrastructure security, and global project alignment.

Responsibilities: AX 2012 Management

• Administration: Manage and support Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 environments, including AOS instances, Analysis Services, security roles, and user permissions.
• Optimization: Design, implement, and optimize ERP processes to support evolving business requirements.
• Database Management: Maintain SQL Server health, including log file management, backup verification, job monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
• EDI & Integration: Lead EDI onboarding projects, manage integrations, and maintain existing EDI functionality.
• Environment Management: Manage the movement of code, configurations, and projects between AX development, testing, and production environments.
• Consultant & Developer Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for external consultants and developers, supporting ERP customizations and maintaining effective external relationships.

Infrastructure & Modern IT Support

• AX Infrastructure: Maintain and support server software and infrastructure associated with the AX 2012 environment.
• Hybrid IT Support: Provide advanced support for server and network-related issues while assisting the Service Desk with end-user support when required.
• ICT Documentation & Reviews: Maintain comprehensive documentation of ICT systems, configurations, processes, and access controls, and conduct regular system and access reviews.
• User Training: Provide training and guidance to end-users on Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 functionality and processes.
• Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery: Support IT disaster recovery initiatives, validate backup effectiveness, and assist with business continuity planning and testing.

Global Projects & IT Strategy

• Global Alignment: Execute and manage IT projects and initiatives directed by Regional Headquarters RHQ and Global Headquarters GHQ, working closely with the Network Administrator.
• Change Management: Rigorously test, document, and validate system changes, initiate and maintain Functional Requirements Documents FRDs, and monitor implementations through to completion.

Requirements

• Microsoft Certification: Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate beneficial.
• Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012: Deep functional and technical knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012.
• Microsoft ERP: Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Fundamentals ERP or an equivalent Microsoft ERP certification.
• IT Service Management: ITIL 4 Foundation certification.
• Project Management: Agile Foundation certification or equivalent Agile methodology knowledge.
• Database & Scripting: Strong proficiency in SQL scripting, including the creation and maintenance of database views.
• Communication: Fluent in English, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to users, management, and other stakeholders.
• ICT Experience: Minimum of 5 years' experience within an ICT environment, preferably with exposure to ERP, infrastructure, and systems administration.
• Driver's Licence: Valid driver's licence and willingness to use a company vehicle when required.