Junior IT & Satellite Systems Technician (Contractor)

Job Title: Junior IT & Satellite Systems Technician Start Date: 2026-08-17 - 2026-09-16 Vacancy Type: Contractor GTG001953 Sectors: Information Technology Location: Western Cape , CPT - Northern Suburbs Salary: R 18000 - R 25000 Monthly Cost To Company (Market related) Brief: a+|desktop support|it technician|n+|networking|satellite|wi-fi Junior IT & Satellite Systems Technician Location: Cape Town, Western Cape Employment Type: Initial 12-Month Contract, with potential for permanent employment Salary: R20,000 – R25,000 per month Travel: Extensive local and international travel required Detail: About the Role Our client is looking for a Junior IT & Satellite Systems Technician to join their Cape Town team. The client provides IT and satellite systems support onboard ships and at mining operations. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will receive training and gradually take responsibility for: Providing basic IT technical support and troubleshooting. Installing, configuring and maintaining IT equipment. Supporting routers, Wi-Fi networks and network connectivity. Assisting with cabling and basic network infrastructure. Supporting satellite communication and onboard IT systems. Performing technical installations and maintenance onboard ships and at mining sites. Troubleshooting hardware, software and connectivity issues. Assisting senior technicians with technical projects and installations. Travelling locally and internationally to customer sites. Working in different and sometimes remote environments. Learning and developing technical expertise across IT, networking and satellite technologies. Following technical procedures, health and safety requirements and customer-specific requirements. Minimum Requirements A+ / N+ or equivalent IT qualification. Desktop Support knowledge and experience. General understanding of IT equipment and infrastructure. Knowledge of: Routers Wi-Fi Networking Cabling Hardware and peripherals Basic troubleshooting Valid driver's licence – essential. Must be eligible and able to obtain/hold a valid passport for international travel. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Strong problem-solving ability. Technically minded with a genuine interest in IT and technology. Comfortable working away from home for periods of time. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who is: Eager to learn rather than someone who necessarily has extensive experience. Curious, practical and technically minded. Reliable and willing to take on new challenges. Flexible and comfortable with frequent travel. Available to travel internationally, sometimes at relatively short notice. Comfortable working in different environments, including ships, mining sites and remote locations. Able to work independently while also taking direction from senior technicians. Looking to build a long-term career within a highly specialised technical field. Not restricted by significant travel limitations that would prevent them from performing the requirements of the role. Contract & Career Progression The initial appointment will be on a 12-month contract , with the possibility of: Permanent employment after the initial contract period Important Considerations Due to the nature of the role, frequent local and international travel is an essential requirement . Candidates must therefore be comfortable spending time away from home and working in environments such as ships and mining operations. Candidates must also be able to meet the practical and safety requirements associated with working in these environments. show more... For more information please contact: Chanel Lubbe Apply