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Snr Specialist: Systems SAP Functional – Transnet

Snr Specialist: Systems SAP Functional - Transnet

Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: SP-ICT-Systems SAP Functional – PKT
Location: Parktown
Reporting To: Function Specialist: Enterprise Applicat
Grade: E
Reference: req1393
Closing Date: 18/07/2024


Position Purpose

Develop/configure ICT SAP Materials Management solutions to meet business requirements effectively, efficiently, on time, and with the required quality assurance.

Position Outputs

  • Strategy and Planning:
    • Collaborate with ICT functional areas for solution consumption using digital platforms.
    • Research, analyze, and design proof-of-concept solutions using digital technologies.
    • Document solution requirements and specifications for new and existing digital solutions.
    • Participate in delivering Solution/Application Architecture and Integration Architecture deliverables.
    • Research emerging application development best practices, languages, and standards.
  • Operational Management:
    • Cultivate and disseminate knowledge of application development best practices.
    • Produce quality technical specifications aligned with architectural standards.
    • Develop optimized digital and mobile solutions based on technical specifications.
    • Enhance existing solutions to become more digitally focused.
    • Ensure quality assurance on work delivered.
    • Perform unit testing and participate in integration testing and User Acceptance Testing.
    • Enable continuous Integration and Deployment of Digital solutions using DevOps principles.
    • Perform production support and incident analysis to identify trends and improvements.
    • Recommend and schedule software improvements and upgrades.
  • Acquisition and Implementation:
    • Build relationships with software development teams and other departmental teams.
    • Engage with contracted software vendors to leverage leading digital technologies.
    • Participate in workshops with business users and departmental team members.
    • Conduct research on emerging solution development best practices.
    • Develop and implement upgrade plans through the solution lifecycle.
  • Team Management:
    • Manage team members to align with delivery requirements and production support.
    • Lead incident and problem resolution.
    • Mentor team members and champion Agile/DevOps culture.
    • Create a culture of support and trust within the team.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Qualifications:
    • Related B Degree or BTech in Information Technology
    • SAP MM Certification
    • Certification in ITIL Foundation or ITIL Service Management
    • Beneficial Certifications: ITIL Intermediate levels, TOGAF, COBIT, ISO 20000, Agile, DevOps, Lean ROC
  • Experience:
    • 6 years’ experience in a direct or related specialized field.
    • 8 years relevant and solid experience in supervising activities, diagnostic, and quality of workflow and procedures.
    • 3 years at supervisory/managerial level or specialist experience.
  • General:
    • Valid Code 08 driver’s license
    • Willingness to travel and work extended hours when required.

Competencies

  • Knowledge of Technical System Architecture, Agile SDLC methodologies, DevOps, and SDLC processes.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
  • Understanding of governance and best practice processes (COBIT/ITIL/ISO 20000).
  • Ability to manage ICT operations teams and third-party service providers.
  • Strong strategic and tactical planning capabilities.
  • Proven leadership and transformation management skills.

Equity Statement: Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.

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