Job Summary
Responsibilities:
Provide advanced technical support for hardware, software, and network issues.
Oversee daily service desk operations, including scheduling, task delegation, and performance monitoring.
Review, prioritize, and assign incoming tickets to appropriate team members.
Act as the primary escalation point for complex incidents and service requests.
Lead root cause analysis and problem management to prevent recurring issues.
Mentor and coach team members to develop their technical and professional skills.
Monitor and report on KPIs and SLAs to ensure performance targets are met.
Collaborate with infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity teams to resolve cross-functional issues.
Develop, implement, and improve ITSM processes for incidents, requests, and problems.
Maintain and update knowledge base articles, SOPs, and technical documentation.
Support IT projects such as system rollouts, upgrades, and migrations.
Identify and drive process improvements to enhance service delivery.
Ensure compliance with IT policies, security standards, and regulatory requirements.
Education & Certifications:
Matric certificate.
Relevant IT diploma or degree.
ITIL certification is required.
Additional IT certifications are advantageous.
Experience:
5+ years of helpdesk experience in a call center environment.
Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role.
Proven experience with service desk/ticketing systems, remote support tools, and automated software deployment.
Strong technical knowledge of Office 365, MS Teams, Windows OS, Entra ID, and VPN.
Hands-on experience with network/system administration, enterprise monitoring, and voice solutions.
Skills & Competencies:
Excellent problem-solving, communication (verbal/written), and conflict resolution skills.
Strong customer service orientation with a professional demeanor.
Proficiency in ITSM principles, data privacy practices, and ISO 27000 standards.
Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, work independently, and mentor a team.
Highly organized with keen attention to detail and the ability to multi-task effectively.
Attributes:
Proactive, resilient, and adaptable under pressure.
Strategic thinker with a collaborative, customer-focused mindset.
Ethical, diplomatic, and able to communicate technical concepts clearly.
Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
Apply for this role today, contact Gaby Turner at gaby.turner@hireresolve.us or on LinkedIn
You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: itcareers@hireresolve.za.com
About
Specialists in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Mining, Manufacturing and Finance Careers! Hire Resolve is one of the larger and more agile South African recruitment companies that focus on placing professionals and skilled people in permanent employment and contract employment. We prefer and focus on working with top quality professionals and candidates in South Africa and Africa. Hire Resolve has successfully placed Engineering, Mining, IT, Manufacturing and Finance professionals with top firms across the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and in Africa. Hire Resolve has assisted candidates to find jobs at over 100 JSE listed companies of which many are global companies with offices and operations in South Africa and Africa. It is for this reason that we are well respected in the industries we operate in and in the recruitment industry.
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