IT Infrastructure Team Lead -Durban
Listing reference: clog_000169
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 11 June 2026
Position summary
Industry: Distribution, Transport & Logistics
Job category: IT and Telecommunications
Location: Durban
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
About our company
City Logistics understands supply chains and the importance of adding maximum value, as well as providing cost-effective solutions and the highest service levels. Our extensive network throughout Southern Africa has been developed over 30 years, offering an exclusive supply chain solution, specializing in client and fleet requirements. This typically consists of a dedicated pool of vehicles and staff customized to the client’s operational needs, enabling the client to share the benefits of our procurement, maintenance and risk management capacity.We are passionate about what we do, passionate about Retail and service excellence. Let us be part of your solution.
Introduction
ARE YOU OUR NEXT INFRASTRUCTURE TEAM LEAD?
City Logistics is seeking an experienced and proactive Infrastructure Team Lead to join our organization. As the Infrastructure Team Lead, you will play a central role in overseeing the health, performance, and security of our network, cloud, and server environments. Your leadership will be instrumental in guiding and mentoring a talented team of engineers, ensuring the stability and growth of our IT operations.
Job description
YOUR CORE FOCUS AREAS:
Network Infrastructure
• Design, develop, and maintain detailed WAN and LAN diagrams to map our network
infrastructure.
• Support and manage network monitoring tools, such as PRTG, to ensure optimal network
health and performance.
• Perform ongoing network maintenance, including implementing patches, hot fixes, and
security configurations.
• Configure and install essential network hardware, including routers, switches, and
firewalls.
• Oversee network asset management and maintain vendor relationships within the
parameters of established change management policies.
Cloud Ecosystem
• Manage and support Microsoft 365 tenant environments, focusing on user management,
security, and compliance.
• Assist with Azure tenant administration, including billing and cost optimization.
• Respond to escalated support tickets related to Microsoft 365, Azure, and AWS services,
ensuring timely resolution.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize cloud infrastructure to maintain strong performance
and security standards.
Server & On-Premises Systems
• Demonstrate advanced Active Directory skills, including creating Group Policies and
managing Domain Controllers.
• Manage server hardware, storage solutions, and hypervisor technologies such as
VMware and Hyper-V.
• Exhibit strong troubleshooting abilities with backup and restore technologies, especially
Veeam.
• Maintain and support the Mimecast suite (including TTP) and Microsoft mail applications,
such as Exchange and O365.
Leadership & Team Development
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical leadership to engineering team members,
supporting their professional growth.
• Collaborate closely with management on project planning and prioritization to align with
business objectives.
• Champion best practices in documentation, security, and change management throughout
the IT department
Minimum requirements
•Grade 12.
• IT Diploma/Degree or equivalent qualification
• A and N certifications
• Proven background as a Senior Systems Engineer, Network Engineer, or in a similar
technical role with leadership responsibilities.
• Comprehensive technical expertise across network, cloud, and server infrastructure
domains.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues both over the phone and in-person, using
a systematic approach.
• Superior organizational skills, with the capacity to prioritize, multitask, and thrive in a
dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication abilities and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a focus
on mentorship.
• Proactive attitude, consistently staying informed about emerging technologies and
security best practices.
• IT Diploma/Degree or equivalent qualification
• A and N certifications
• Proven background as a Senior Systems Engineer, Network Engineer, or in a similar
technical role with leadership responsibilities.
• Comprehensive technical expertise across network, cloud, and server infrastructure
domains.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues both over the phone and in-person, using
a systematic approach.
• Superior organizational skills, with the capacity to prioritize, multitask, and thrive in a
dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication abilities and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a focus
on mentorship.
• Proactive attitude, consistently staying informed about emerging technologies and
security best practices.
Note: Please indicate the position you are applying for.
If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Recruitment is done in line with the Company’s Employment Equity Plan and Recruitment Policy.
If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Recruitment is done in line with the Company’s Employment Equity Plan and Recruitment Policy.