IT Operations Manager

Location : Hybrid (Bedfordview)

Employment Type : Full-Time, Permanent

Industry : Insurance | IT Infrastructure | Facilities Management

WatersEdge Solutions is seeking a strategic and technically grounded IT Operations Manager to lead and enhance the IT Infrastructure, Support, and Facilities teams for a long-standing player in the South African insurance industry. This is a senior-level leadership role offering broad scope and visibility across business operations, IT compliance, and service delivery.

About the Role

As IT Operations Manager, you’ll oversee three core teams—Infrastructure, IT Support, and Facilities—ensuring robust systems, compliance, and high service standards. This role involves strategic planning, project execution, and mentoring of staff, while maintaining operational uptime, cost-efficiency, and business continuity. Reporting directly to the Chief Operations Officer, this is a pivotal opportunity to shape IT and facilities service excellence within a growth-focused organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the IT Infrastructure, Support, and Facilities teams

Ensure server, network, and infrastructure availability, performance, and compliance

Develop and enforce IT policies, security protocols, and disaster recovery planning

Oversee user support functions, software and hardware maintenance, and asset registers

Manage building operations, maintenance, and physical infrastructure

Monitor team performance, coach team members, and drive continuous improvement

Create and implement cost-effective, scalable processes aligned to strategic goals

Report on service delivery metrics, risks, and progress to senior leadership

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Facilities Management

Minimum 5 years’ experience in IT operations or facilities management at a leadership level

Proven ability to manage cross-functional infrastructure teams

Working knowledge of cybersecurity, building management systems, and IT compliance

Familiarity with IT service management tools, monitoring systems, and facility software

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills

Ability to lead through change and inspire high performance across diverse teams

Nice to Have

Experience with solar power systems, backup generators, and energy infrastructure

Practical understanding of cyber security frameworks and risk management

Experience with hybrid infrastructure models and automation tools

What’s On Offer

Market-related salary based on experience

Performance-based annual bonus

Subsidised Life and Disability Cover

Funeral cover

Opportunity to drive operational excellence in a critical business function

Company Culture

WatersEdge Solutions partners with mission-driven organisations that value innovation, accountability, and structured growth. You’ll join a business that rewards initiative, supports professional development, and encourages collaboration across teams to deliver seamless infrastructure performance and customer service.

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.