Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the
following positions on a fixed term basis. Prospective female candidates are encouraged
to submit their applications.

SYSTEMS ENGINEER (SAP S/4 HANA DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR)
FIXED TERM CONTRACT REF: Z/HHR03/01/2026

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Senior Software Engineer, the successful candidate will be required to;
• Lead or participate in the installation and configuration of SAP S/4 HANA systems.
• Plan and execute system copy/refresh, client copy, and system conversion/upgrade
projects.
• Manage the entire lifecycle of the HANA database, from deployment to
decommissioning.
• Perform daily administrative tasks for SAP HANA databases, including monitoring,
health checks, and system verification.
• Proactively monitor and optimize HANA database performance using tools like HANA
Studio, HANA Cockpit, and DBA Cockpit for SQL.
• Analyse and troubleshoot performance issues (e.g. memory, CPU, and disk I/O
bottlenecks).
• Manage database sizing, capacity planning, and storage allocation.
• Implement, manage, and regularly test High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery
(DR) strategies using System Replication and storage-based replication.
• Carry out backup and recovery operations, ensuring they are completed successfully
and meet the company's Recovery Point and Recovery Time Objectives (RPO/RTO).
• Implement and maintain robust database security policies, including user
management, roles, privileges, and auditing.
• Perform regular security patching and system upgrades in line with SAP's
maintenance strategy.
• Ensure compliance with industry and corporate security standards (e.g., SOX,
GDPR).
• Automate routine DBA tasks using scripts (SQL, SQL Script, Linux shell) to improve
efficiency.
• Document system architectures, operational procedures, and configuration details.
• Stay current with the latest SAP HANA technologies, features, and best practices.
• Manage the SAP Correction and Transport System (CTS) to ensure all configuration
and development objects are promoted properly.
• Create Database interface with other system

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications and Experience
• Degree in Computer Science/Higher National Diploma in Computer Science or
equivalent
• Proven experience as an SAP HANA DBA, with at least 2 years of hands-on
experience in administering SAP S/4 HANA systems in a production environment.
• Strong expertise in SAP HANA administration, including backup/recovery,
performance tuning, and security.
• Solid understanding of High Availability and Disaster Recovery concepts for SAP
HANA.
• Membership of a recognized professional institution
Special Attributes/Skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to
non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a
team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced
environment.
• A strong commitment to quality and a continuous improvement mindset

How to Apply

Applications should be received by not later than 22nd January 2026 and should be addressed
to:-
The Head: Corporate Services (A)
ZESA Holdings (Pvt) Ltd
25 Samora Machel Avenue
P.O. Box 377
Harare OR emailed to [email protected]
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be responded to