Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Type: Full-time Graduate Position
Company: Smith+Nephew – Global Medical Technology Leader
Life Unlimited. Career Unlimited.
Ready to kick-start your IT career with a company that’s revolutionizing healthcare technology? Smith+Nephew, with 165 years of pioneering innovation, is seeking passionate IT Graduates to join our dynamic team in Johannesburg.
As a global medical technology company operating in 100+ countries, we design and manufacture cutting-edge technology that literally takes the limits off living. Our mission is simple yet profound: help healthcare professionals return patients to health and mobility, enabling them to perform at their fullest potential.
What You’ll Do
Join our IT Division where innovation meets impact. In this exciting graduate role, you’ll:
- Collaborate directly with experienced IT professionals in a supportive, mentorship-driven environment
- Configure and troubleshoot desktop systems and workstations across diverse technological landscapes
- Provide technical support in our heterogeneous IT environment, gaining exposure to enterprise-level systems
- Track and monitor desktop operations to ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures
- Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues across multiple platforms including laptops, desktops, mobile devices, and external storage systems
- Recommend innovative solutions while maintaining adherence to departmental standards and best practices
- Develop collaborative relationships across teams to achieve operational excellence
What We’re Looking For
Essential Requirements:
- Degree or National Diploma in Information Technology
- CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications
- Valid driver’s license
- Strong customer service orientation
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications:
- Microsoft certifications (highly advantageous)
- Experience with enterprise-level IT environments
- Understanding of ITIL frameworks
Why Choose Smith+Nephew?
You. Unlimited.
We’re not just offering a job – we’re offering a launchpad for your unlimited potential:
🌍 Global Impact: Contribute to technology that improves lives worldwide
💼 Career Growth: Hands-on training, team-customized development, and mentorship programs
🏥 Comprehensive Benefits: Medical aid, employee wellness programs, and competitive compensation
⚖️ Work-Life Balance: Flexible vacation time, paid holidays, and paid volunteering hours
🤝 Inclusive Culture: Join our diverse, welcoming community committed to equity and belonging
🏆 Award-Winning Workplace: Check our Glassdoor reviews and see why employees love working here
Our Culture: Care, Collaboration, Courage
At Smith+Nephew, we foster a culture where every voice matters. Through ownership mentality and a can-do attitude, we work together to win. We’re a company of people who genuinely care – about each other, our customers, their patients, and our communities.
Ready to Unleash Your Potential?
Join us in fulfilling our shared purpose of Life Unlimited. This is more than a graduate position – it’s your gateway to a meaningful career in healthcare technology.
Apply now and discover how your IT skills can make a real difference in people’s lives while building your own unlimited future.
Smith+Nephew is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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