Network Operator

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Maintain, troubleshoot and administer the use of local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), mainframe networks and computer workstations and peripheral equipment
• Evaluate and install computer hardware, networking software and operating system software
• Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks and to co-ordinate access and use of computer networks
• Load computer tapes and disks and install software and printer paper and forms
• Implement data, software and hardware security procedures
• Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Organized
• Team player