IT Coordinator (Oil & Gas)
Job Description:
Job Title
IT Coordinator – IT / Finance Department
Location: Onshore Base (Supporting Offshore Drilling Operations)
Industry: Oil & Gas – Offshore Drilling & Logistics
Job Purpose
The IT Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and supporting all information technology services required for the onshore support base and offshore drilling operations. The role ensures the availability, security, and reliability of IT infrastructure, business applications, financial systems, communications, and end-user support while maintaining compliance with company policies, cybersecurity standards, and client requirements.
The position serves as the primary liaison between IT, Finance, Operations, offshore personnel, vendors, and third-party service providers to ensure uninterrupted business operations.
Key Responsibilities
IT Operations
Finance Systems Support
Infrastructure & Network Support
Offshore Operations Support
Cybersecurity
Systems Administration
Vendor & Contract Coordination
Documentation
Compliance & HSSEQ
Minimum Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline.
- Microsoft certifications (desirable).
- ITIL Foundation certification (preferred).
- CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ (advantageous).
- Cybersecurity certifications are advantageous.
Experience
- Minimum 3–5 years' IT support experience.
- Experience supporting finance or ERP systems.
- Experience in Oil & Gas, offshore drilling, marine, logistics, mining, or heavy industry preferred.
- Experience supporting remote users and offshore operations.
- Experience with Microsoft 365 administration.
- Experience with Windows Server environments.
- Experience supporting network infrastructure.
- Experience managing IT assets and software licensing.
Technical Knowledge
- Microsoft Windows operating systems.
- Microsoft 365 Administration.
- Active Directory.
- Azure Active Directory (Entra ID) (advantageous).
- Windows Server.
- Microsoft Office Suite.
- ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Sage, or equivalent).
- Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN).
- Firewall and endpoint security.
- Backup and disaster recovery systems.
- Virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V).
- Cloud platforms (Azure preferred).
- IT asset management systems.
- Helpdesk/ticketing systems.
Competencies
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Effective planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- High attention to detail.
- Strong documentation skills.
- Professional integrity and confidentiality.
- Adaptability and resilience in a 24/7 operational environment.
Location: Walvis Bay and Lüderitz
Closing Date: 31/7/2026