System Engineer

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated System Engineer with 2–5 years of experience (fresh graduates are welcome to apply) to support, implement, and maintain industrial systems within the Oil & Gas / Fuel storage and distribution environment.

What You'll Do

• Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot systems running on Red Hat Linux.
• Manage and support Oracle and SQL Server databases, including SQL scripting and stored procedures.
• Perform software testing, validation, and support system commissioning activities.
• Participate in system rollouts, upgrades, and migrations from legacy systems.
• Support FAT, SAT, and deliver end-user training.
• Work with Terminal Automation Systems (TAS) and Terminal Management Systems (TMS).
• Interface with field devices and controllers, including Preset Batch Controllers (Accuload III, Accuload IV, Multiload, Microload).
• Support Truck and Rail loading/offloading skids and related automation systems.
• Develop and analyse operational data, supporting data analytics and reporting.
• Design and support report development (e.g., SAP Crystal Reports, Jasper).
• Ensure system integration using Modbus TCP, Modbus Serial, and RESTful APIs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability, performance, and security.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience as a System Engineer or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Red Hat Linux OS.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle and SQL Server.
• Strong SQL scripting and stored procedure development skills.
• Experience in software testing and system validation.
• Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols.
• Strong knowledge of Oil & Gas storage and distribution business processes (highly preferred).
• Exposure to Truck/Rail loading operations is a strong advantage.

Nice to Have

• Python programming skills.
• Experience with data analytics tools or methodologies.
• Experience with TAS/TMS solutions.
• Experience with SCADA/PLC solutions.
• Experience with preset batch controllers (Accuload III/IV, Multiload, Microload).
• Reporting experience using SAP Crystal Reports, Jasper, or similar tools.

This role is open exclusively to applicants who hold South Africa citizenship.