L1 Network Engineer
Boardroom AppointmentsJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Posted January 5, 2026
Contract / Temporary
About the Company
Boardroom Appointments, founded in 1989, is a global talent solutions provider delivering recruitment, contract staffing, project staffing, temporary employment, training, HR consultancy, and expatriate mobility services across Africa, EMEA, the Americas, and Europe. Leveraging a deep industry focus that spans FMCG, finance, manufacturing, oil & gas, healthcare, logistics, IT, renewable energy, retail, agriculture, government, and call‑center services, the firm custom‑builds solutions that match each client’s unique talent needs. With a worldwide candidate database and a team of seasoned recruitment and HR professionals, Boardroom Appointments offers end‑to‑end services—from executive search and people analytics to payroll outsourcing and workforce management—ensuring seamless, high‑quality placements that let clients concentrate on their core business. Their distinctive value lies in a partnership model that blends industry expertise, data‑driven insights, and a culture of passion and professionalism to deliver flawless, long‑lasting results.
Job Description
As a L1 Network Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining and managing the company's network infrastructure, monitoring network performance, and managing IT aspects.
Requirements
- 5 years of experience in an Information Technology position
- Relevant IT qualification or Certificate
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- 3 years in an operational role with a strong background on Cisco administration and equipment
- 3 years network infrastructure experience
- 3 years network operations management
- 3 years vendor management
- 2 years understanding of Firewall integration into network services
- In depth knowledge of L1 and L2 routing as well as routing protocols with emphasis on OSPF