System Administrator Vacancy at Isanti Pallets (KAP Holdings) – Free State

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Closing Date: 23 July 2026
Reference Number: UNI260709-1

Isanti Pallets, a division of KAP Holdings, is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for a permanent System Administrator position based in Sasolburg, Free State. This opportunity is ideal for experienced IT professionals with Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience who are passionate about maintaining business-critical systems, supporting warehouse operations, and ensuring maximum system availability.

Job Details

  • Position: System Administrator
  • Company: Isanti Pallets (KAP Holdings)
  • Business Unit: Consumer
  • Employment Type: Permanent
  • Location: Sasolburg, Free State, South Africa
  • Minimum Qualification: Diploma or Advanced Certificate (NQF Level 6)
  • Experience Required: Minimum 3 years
  • Industry: Warehousing, Logistics and Information Technology

About the Role

The System Administrator will be responsible for configuring, monitoring, maintaining and improving warehouse information systems and supporting the IT infrastructure used in daily operations. The successful candidate will work closely with warehouse teams, software vendors, service providers and the internal IT department to ensure all systems remain secure, stable and fully operational.

This role also involves supporting software upgrades, implementing new technologies, resolving technical issues, maintaining documentation, training users and assisting with new warehouse system implementations across the business.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

  • Configure user authentication and access permissions.
  • Administer Warehouse Management Systems and other business applications.
  • Install, configure and upgrade software and hardware.
  • Monitor system performance and ensure maximum uptime.
  • Investigate and resolve software and system errors.
  • Escalate complex issues to software vendors when necessary.
  • Test software fixes before implementation.
  • Implement approved software updates and enhancements.
  • Support warehouse stock take processes and perform system audits.
  • Train warehouse staff and end users on system functionality.
  • Provide ongoing user support and troubleshooting.
  • Maintain system documentation and operating procedures.
  • Generate operational and management reports.
  • Assist with implementing IT systems at new warehouse sites.
  • Support Visibill, printer systems and mobile service providers.
  • Liaise with third-party IT service providers.
  • Process IT procurement requests.
  • Assist in determining network and infrastructure requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with company security policies.
  • Protect the integrity of company equipment and IT systems.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should have:

  • Diploma or Advanced Certificate (NQF Level 6) in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Systems Administrator or in a similar IT support role.
  • Experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
  • Good understanding of computer hardware and software.
  • Knowledge of Windows operating systems and network administration.
  • Experience with user account administration and system security.
  • Ability to troubleshoot software, hardware and network problems.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Advantageous Skills

Candidates with experience in the following areas may have an added advantage:

  • ERP systems
  • SQL reporting
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Printer and peripheral support
  • Warehouse automation technologies
  • IT infrastructure support
  • Vendor management
  • Network troubleshooting

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Strong organisational skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Teamwork and collaboration.
  • Good time management.
  • High level of integrity and professionalism.
  • Strong customer service orientation.
  • Willingness to learn new technologies.

Benefits of Working at Isanti Pallets

  • Permanent employment with a leading KAP Holdings company.
  • Opportunity to work with modern warehouse technologies.
  • Exposure to enterprise IT systems.
  • Career growth and development opportunities.
  • Collaborative and professional work environment.
  • Opportunity to participate in large-scale warehouse system implementations.

Documents Required

Applicants should prepare:

  • Updated CV.
  • Certified copy of South African ID.
  • Certified copies of qualifications.
  • Relevant IT certificates (if available).
  • Proof of previous employment may be requested.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application through the official KAP Holdings online recruitment portal before the closing date of 23 July 2026. Ensure that all information provided is accurate and that your supporting documents are up to date.

Reference Number: UNI260709-1

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback after the recruitment process has been completed, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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