Technical support specialist

Salary:                   Market Related    Location:              Cape Town CBD Shifts:                   Required   About the role: My client is based in the CBD and eager to add a new member with previous Technical Call Centre experience to their Technical Support Department. The successful candidate must be willing to work operational shifts.   Duties Include: ·         Call Management (Escalation/notification) ·         Apply technical knowledge of the LPMs when resolving queries efficiently ·         Develop and maintain effective relationship with internal and external clients as well as to ensure that dispute resolution is performed timeously ·         Adherence to all policies and procedures ·         Apply knowledge of CEMS effectively ·         Good customer service by understanding customer expectations and dealing with their concerns timeously ·         Ensuring that all administrative functions are completed accurately and timeously   Requirements: ·         Grade 12 ·         English, Afrikaans with a third language would be advantageous ·         Technical troubleshooting experience   What to include: 1.       Detailed cv (Please include month and year employed) 2.       Reason for leaving last employ 3.       Current salary 4.       Required salary 5.       Motivational letter 6.       Please indicate race for BEE purposes   Email your detailed CV to: ·         Email your cv to ·         Please note only Candidates that meet the required minimum will be considered coupled with information requested above. ·         We regret that we cannot contact all applicants regarding their status. Should you not be contacted by us within 14 days from the date of your submission, please consider your application unsuccessful. ·         For more vacancies visit our Page on Facebook: O’Dwyer Personnel ·         Alternatively follow us on Twitter: OdwyerPersonnel      

MR, a Cape Town based IT value added reseller and systems integrator, requires a full time, customer facing, technical support engineer. Knowledge in the following areas is important: Linux systems administration  • OSX Server administration  • Networking  • Storage and file servers deployment  • Basic scripting skills  • Broadcast video transcoding The job will involve installations and support of clients as well as research and development.  Salary R10 per month. Negotiable. Monday to Friday 8 to 5. Email your CV to:  

Kindly take note that the following vacancy is for a Logistics Provider and the incumbent will be required to travel to all sites including customer sites in the Cape Town area. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Maintain IT Operating Environment Understand requirements and recommend suitable solutions Implement solutions including installation of hardware, software, communications and office automation Improve quality and ensure consistent and timely resolution of incidents and implement necessary steps to prevent future incidents Perform operational specific tasks, e.g. doing regular backups, network security and network monitoring Perform checks and manage software and OS deployed to ensure valid licenses in place 2. Provide Technical Support Provide network support, first and second line desktop support Provide user assistance Software and hardware trouble shooting  Provide office peripheral support e.g. printer & scanner support  Installation of personal computers (PC) and notebooks 3. Maintain Computer Network Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software and all configurations Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations  Configure, monitor, and maintain email applications and virus protection software 4. Monitor Performance of Systems Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks, and to coordinate computer network access and use Monitor network performance to determine whether adjustments need to be made, and to determine where changes will need to be made in the future 5. Ensure and Maintain Network Security  Plan, coordinate and implement network security measure to protect data, software and hardware Design, configure and test computer hardware, networking software and operating system software Ensure suitable access and password controls 6. Solve User Problems Confer with network users on how to solve existing system problems Diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software or other network and system problems and replace defective components when necessary REQUIREMENTS 1. Academic Qualification(s)  National Senior Certificate or equivalent  Relevant IT qualifications (A+, N+, Microsoft, MCSE, Linux) are advantageous Code B plus reliable own transport 2. Relevant Competencies and Knowledge Active directory support Server, PC, Printer, Scanner installation & configuration Desktop OS (Windows OS, Linux) installation and support Anti-Virus and Anti-Spam product knowledge is a must Knowledge of Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) / Internet Protocol (IP) Ability to setup connectivity solutions such as ADSL, 3G and WLAN Microsoft Office application installation and support experience is essential Security/Network expertise will be an advantage IMPORTANT NOTE Applications may be sent by email to: by no later than 15 Jan . Candidates not contacted by 01st February  should consider their applications not successful.

Kindly take note that the following vacancy is for a Logistics Provider and the incumbent will be required to travel to all sites including customer sites in the Gauteng area. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Maintain IT Operating Environment  Understand requirements and recommend suitable solutions  Implement solutions including installation of hardware, software, communications and office automation Improve quality and ensure consistent and timely resolution of incidents and implement necessary steps to prevent future incidents Perform operational specific tasks, e.g. doing regular backups, network security and network monitoring Perform checks and manage software and OS deployed to ensure valid licenses in place 2. Provide Technical Support Provide network support, first and second line desktop support Provide user assistance Software and hardware trouble shooting Provide office peripheral support e.g. printer & scanner support  Installation of personal computers (PC) and notebooks 3. Maintain Computer Network Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software and all configurations Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations Configure, monitor, and maintain email applications and virus protection software 4. Monitor Performance of Systems Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks, and to coordinate computer network access and use Monitor network performance to determine whether adjustments need to be made, and to determine where changes will need to be made in the future 5. Ensure and Maintain Network Security Plan, coordinate and implement network security measure to protect data, software and hardware Design, configure and test computer hardware, networking software and operating system software Ensure suitable access and password controls 6. Solve User Problems Confer with network users on how to solve existing system problems Diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software or other network and system problems and replace defective components when necessary REQUIREMENTS 1. Academic Qualification(s)  National Senior Certificate or equivalent Relevant IT qualifications (A+, N+, Microsoft, MCSE, Linux) are advantageous  Code B plus reliable own transport 2. Relevant Competencies and Knowledge Active directory support Server, PC, Printer, Scanner installation & configuration Desktop OS (Windows OS, Linux) installation and support Anti-Virus and Anti-Spam product knowledge is a must Knowledge of Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) / Internet Protocol (IP) Ability to setup connectivity solutions such as ADSL, 3G and WLAN Microsoft Office application installation and support experience is essential Security/Network expertise will be an advantage IMPORTANT NOTE Applications may be sent by email to: by no later than 15 Jan . Candidates not contacted by 01st February  should consider their applications not successful.

Our client based in Cape Town is looking for a suitable candidate who has technical call centre experience. Responsibilities include: °        Call management (escalation/notification). °        Apply technical knowledge of the LPMs when resolving queries efficiently. °        Develop and maintain effective relationship with internal and external clients as well as to ensure that dispute resolution is performed timeously. °        Adherence to all policies and procedures. °        Apply knowledge to CEMS effectively °        Good customer service by understanding customer expectations and dealing with their concerns timeously. °        Ensuring that all administrative functions are completed accurately and timeously.   Specific qualifications, experience and skills required: ·        Grade 12 ·        English, Afrikaans with third language ·        Technical troubleshooting experience ·        Candidates must have the ability to: Ø  To focus on results through customer focus, managing work, planning and organising and organising Ø  To express potential through adaptability, initiating action, work standards, innovation and stress tolerance. Ø  To achieve goals by contributing to team success and follow up.     Candidates should have good customer service skills, pc understanding, English and Afrikaans preferred with a third language, doing technical troubleshooting with site owner slot machines. Please note that the role requires you to work shifts.   If interested please send cv to 

Fast growing consumer technology company based in Cape Town is expanding quickly and requires 3 telephone support agents to work at their customer service centre. The customer service centre is open 7 days a week and your will be required to work at least one weekend per month. The role requires you to have at a full matric certificate with a higher grade pass in maths and science and experience in a customer service facing role. A further diploma in computer studies or similar subject wil be advantageous. In addition to the above you will need to be proficient in the use of computers and the internet as well as display an in-depth knowledge of how computers work. You must reside within 30minutes commuting time to our service centre which is in Blaauwberg Road close to Marine Circle. If you are successful in obtaining an interview, you will be tested on your knowledge of computers and your ability to provide a professional level of customer service. Please contact us to apply.

A GPS mapping company in Technopark, Stellenbosch, has a Reception, Admin & Technical Support position available for next year on contract basis.   The emphasis is on: - Reception work and answering the telephone - Administrative skills - People skills - IT telephonic and Office Support - Technical skills & abilities on Technical units, like GPS units, and computer software.   Therefore the applicant must be: -Fluent in English & Afrikaans -Be friendly, polite and confident -Be a quick learner and able to work on software in the office and on GPS units -Neat and meticulous in Admin work -Enjoy working with, talking to and helping people, in the office or telephonically -Experience in IT support will be to your benefit.   This is a contract position: applicant to start 12 January until 31 July .   Salary is R. Probation period of 1 month.   No chancers please – applicants will be strictly assessed. If you do not match the job criteria please do not apply.   Please send your CV for review. Emails received without CV's attached, will be ignored. CV's will be revised and if you are a suitable candidate you will be contacted for an interview.

Our client an leading provider of global network solution is looking for a Helpdesk/Technical support technician Duties:Provide technical support and troubleshooting to customers in South AfricaPerform activation of new services, assisting with management of existing servicesBe on standby on a rotation basis (currently rotating with three staff so one in three weeks, telephonic standby, no need for shifts, overtime payment apply)Provide reports on demand to customers and the business, these include items such as prepaid balances, expiry dates and usage detail, active services and packages etc. Minimum required skills:Knowledge of networking, especially items such as IP Addressing, Basic understanding of firewalls and key network protocols such as HTTP, SMTP, SSH, FTP etcBasic knowledge of LinuxNice to have:Since the satellite based products are based on the GSM standard, any technical support experience with a Mobile phone network operator would make the learning curve easierAny previous experience with an ISP would be beneficial as we deliver a lot of high end network servicesAny PHP Programming experienceUsing basic MySQL QueriesTechnologies such as Radius, Freeswitch/Asterisk, Apache, Postfix, FTP Servers, Mikrotik Routers, WiFi hotspots, data accounting and billing, wireshark etc.Requirements:Own reliable transport and valid license is an absolute requirementAt least 1 years commercial experience within the IT IndustryClient is much less concerned with Qualifications than a little real life experience.If you fulfill the requirements and are interested, please send your CV. Kindly note that if you do not get a reply within 3 days after sending your CV, then you were unfortunately not shortlisted.

A GPS mapping company in Technopark, Stellenbosch, has a Reception, Admin & Technical Support position available. This position is only available for female's. The emphasis is on: - Reception work and answering the telephone - Administrative skills - People skills - IT telephonic and Office Support - Technical skills & abilities on Technical units, like GPS units, and computer software. Therefore the applicant must be: -Fluent in English & Afrikaans -Be friendly, polite and confident -Be a quick learner and able to work on software in the office and on GPS units -Neat and meticulous in Admin work -Enjoy working with, talking to and helping people, in the office or telephonically -Experience in IT support will be to your benefit. -Experience in Call Centre will be to your benefit Starting date: 1 September or soon after. Salary is R. Probation period of 3 months. No chancers please – applicants will be strictly assessed. If you do not match the job criteria please do not apply. Please forward your C.V. it will be revised and if you are a suitable candidate you will be contacted for an interview.

Please note: CV's emailed to us will not be considered! Please follow the instructions outlined at the bottom of this ad. The closing date for submissions is Friday 24th October . Office Administration / Technical Support (R - negotiable) iTrack Live is a vehicle tracking and fleet management company providing services nationwide. We are looking for a support technician to join our team in Century City. We are looking for someone who is experienced, dynamic and motivated. Job description: Liaising with clients and technicians on a daily basis Coordinating and overseeing technicians Performing product testing online Basic data capturing Office admin, filing, faxing and emailing Backup for reception & front desk duties Dealing with client queries and providing company information Running of errands Expected salary: R (negotiable) Requirements: Matric 5 years office experience High degree of PC / internet proficiency Fluent in English and a good communicator Advantageous: Bilingual Experience with online products and services Vehicle tracking or logistics industry experience Basic auto-electrical knowledge Applicants are requested to please apply online by browsing to the following link: http://admin.itracklive.co.za/jobapp.php?j=9 * CV's emailed to us will not be considered. Please follow the instructions above. * Successful applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks for interviews.

We are looking for an experienced Sharepoint specialist to join our Configuration and Support team. You will work closely with the DevOps team to provide operational, maintenance, security and governance support for the SharePoint infrastructure. Responsibility: • All aspects of the design, architecture, development, deployment, operations, administration, governance, training and support of key SharePoint institutional solutions • Close collaboration with the DevOps-Team • Migration of institutional SharePoint on-premises solutions to SharePoint Online, in line with changing business and technological requirements. • Closely collaborating with stakeholders, users, IT-partners and external partners to analyse, determine and refine institutional processes and business goals related to SharePoint solution opportunities • Analysing and understanding business requirements • Designing and implementating complex Enterprise Content Management (ECM)- and Web Content Management (WCM) solutions, e.g. file plan classification, content organiser rules, workflow, content types, term sets, managed metadata and taxonomy, following platform best practices to accommodate identified institutional and governance requirements and maximise search capability; • Designing and implementing SharePoint Business Intelligence and Reporting Solutions • Creating branding and page layouts (master pages & CSS) for Institutional ECM- and Business Intelligence solutions • Configuring content search web parts and developing workflows • Designing and building InfoPath form solution • SharePoint Application Management: Managing web applications, site collections, external service connections, application security, search administration, workflow • Shared Services Administration: User Profile Service, Search, Excel Services Settings, Audiences, SharePoint Usage Reporting, Managed Metadata Services, Application Catalogue • Providing expert user support and guidance • Providing training and documentation • Driving SharePoint best practice implementation for consistency and effectiveness, compliance, records management- and audit requirements Requirements: • A Degree in Information Technology (or related field such as Information Science or Engineering), or a 3 year National Diploma in Information Technology. • Microsoft SharePoint Certification, validating technical expertise. • 5 Years demonstrable SharePoint experience (including work at a senior level), in an organisation with an enterprise-class IT infrastructure. OR • National Senior Certificate that meets Diploma Requirements; • Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)-, or • Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) Certification, or • Microsoft Certification for a number of exams, which form part of MCSE or • MCSD expert-level Certification Programs. • 5 Years demonstrable SharePoint experience (including work at a senior level), in an enterprise-class IT infrastructure organisation. • IT support experience and ability to provide technical and end-user support • PLUS • Experience with SharePoint Designer, InfoPath, Visual Studio, Windows Server, SQL Server, IIS, Windows Client • Experience developing deployment scripts to automate the deployment for SharePoint solutions • Microsoft Excel- and SQL database concepts with Excel Services-, PowerView-, PowerPivot-, SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) experience • Programming experience in HTML5, CSS, JavaScript or similar technologies • Strong problem solving, analytical skills. The ability to analyse complex processes and solve problems in a logical way, and strategic thinking • Experience working with different functional groups and stakeholders at the same time Salary: R40 000 Job Reference #: NBS165 Consultant Name: Hanlie Van Der Vyver

RESPONSIBILITIES: · General Resolve user and client issues within SLA. Offer remote and potentially onsite support. Install and configure hardware and software components. Assist with user acceptance testing. Troubleshoot hardware and software issues. Perform root cause analysis. Repair or replace damaged hardware. Perform tests and evaluations of new software and hardware. Provide advanced user support and training. Pro-active communication to stakeholders. Conduct daily system checks and maintenance operations. Establish good relationships with all customers and colleagues. Manage technical documentation work with 3rd party vendors for system support. Technical Project Management. · Server Administration (Windows and/or Linux): Server administration and maintenance. User and Group administration. Backup administration. Network Administration: IP and Routing design administration. Security. Deployment of networks. Switch, Wi-Fi, Router and Firewall administration. DNS administration. Network traffic monitoring and troubleshooting. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (minimum): SKILLS / EXPERIENCE / COMPETENCIES & TECHNOLOGIES: · Software: o Windows environment software § Microsoft Windows (desktop), Microsoft Server & Microsoft Office Suite § Anti-Virus Software (ESET) § Backup technologies (Altaro, Arc Server, Tape drives) § Infrastructure Monitoring (e.g. PRTG, Nagios, Solarwinds, etc.) § VM (e.g. HyperV, VMWare) o Linux environment software § Linux OS § DNS (Bind) § Mail (e.g. Postfix, Sendmail, Exim, etc.) § Fileserver (e.g. SMB, NFS, iSCSI, etc.) § VM (Proxmox) · Networking: o Midlevel knowledge of routing, switching, IP addressing & FW rules o Analysis/Troubleshooting software (e.g. Wireshark) o Cabling and Crimping o Network equipment experience (e.g. Ubiquity, Mikrotik, Cisco, Dell, Sonicwall, Fortigate, Huawei) · Other: o Python, PowerShell and other scripting skills o Proven telephonic and onsite support history. o Any additional software and database skills would be advantageous. o Experience in telecommunication/transmission systems including Wifi, LTE, 5G, VoIP, etc. would be advantageous. Experience in fiber optics would be advantageous.

Who are ihotdesk?: We are a forward thinking IT services company that provides IT outsourcing services to small and medium sized businesses in the United Kingdom and throughout the world. We are specialists for Microsoft-based networks and applications, holding accreditations with Microsoft, VMware, Citrix & Cyberoam. What we are looking for: We require an accomplished IT Support Representative with a minimum of 1-2 years experience within a service desk environment to deliver telephonic and remote support to a range of clients within London and throughout the United Kingdom. You will be based at our Cape Town office and will work with a team in a service desk environment. Essential Skills: MCP in Windows 7 or 8 Experience of Supporting Microsoft Windows Server  At least 1 years experience of providing telephone support for Windows desktops and desktop applications including Microsoft Office Experience of TCP/IP networking and troubleshooting including Local and Wide Area networking Experience with backup and restore of servers using Backup Exec. Knowledge of the following would be beneficial: routers, switches, firewalls (Sonicwall/Cyberoam), VPN’s, Mobile devices IOS & Android. Well-developed problem solving skills. A logical approach to problem solving. Excellent telephone communication in English. Excellent written communication in English. Other languages a bonus. Role: Provide first-line remote support to all clients. Respond to allocated calls within contracted service levels (SLA's). Appropriately categorize, prioritize and monitor tickets and service requests, escalating those which you cannot resolve in a timely and efficient manner. Keep open tickets up to date and communicate updates with customers. Deliver an exceptionally high level of customer service to all our clients. Always take that extra step to exceed customer’s expectations. Produce accurate and detailed technical documentation. Update documentation produced by others. Actively contribute to on-going process improvement within the service desk Perform other duties or special projects as assigned Documenting solutions and workarounds to problems   Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience. Other benefits:           Pension and Medical aid contributions (10% of salary after successful probation period) Please do not apply for this role unless you meet the minumum criteria of having previously worked in a Service desk environment for a minimum of 1 year.

Our client, based in the Mossel Bay area and a leader in the animal feed industry, is looking for a Technical Adviser. The successful candidate will be a self starter, who enjoys a challenge, while working with people and have the ability to work largely unsupervised. The candidate will be responsible for promoting the sale of our dairy range of feeds and for providing on farm technical and nutritional support to farmers. The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria: relevant working experience in dairy feed sales technical support on/or farm management sound knowledge of pasture based farming and general management university degree with an Animal Science major or an acceptable Agric Diploma computer literacy is essential Please attach your CV with your response. If you have not heard from us within 10 days of submission please consider your application unsuccessful.

Please Apply via this link - https://altron.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Altron_Careers/job/Bytes-Managed-Solutions-Bloemfontein/Support-Technician_R-1181-1 MAIN JOB PURPOSE Act as a liaison, provide product/services information and resolve any emerging problems that our clients might face with accuracy and efficiency. Customer Relationship Management Ensure that all customer queries are addressed within the Service Level Agreement (SLA) stipulated time frame. First time fix rate and recall rate under the stipulated requirements. Maintain customer relationship. Internal Processes Be productive based on the calls allocated to them. Ensure that they comply with all Quality Management System (QMS) procedures provided by the Field Service Managers (FSM). Maintain and manage sufficient boot stock. Complete administration within time frames as per policies. Action and close new calls within customer Service Level Agreements and Mean Time to Respond / Mean Time to Complete. Technical support, maintenance, trouble shooting on retail machines and Automated Teller Machines (ATMs). Human Capital Complete own training and development objectives as per agreed timelines in the personal development plan. Ensure that all policies and procedures are followed according to the company requirement. Job Requirements: Requirements Own vehicle and valid drivers’ license is essential Must reside in Free State Qualifications Matric or other equivalent qualification preferable S4 or N6 Electrical Engineering Certificate A + and N + Qualification Experience 2 years’ experience in maintaining equipment in an IT environment 2 -3 years Desktop/Retail/ATM experience 1- 2 years POS/Electro-Mechanical Skills/Person which was in a Technical High School experience will be an advantage Computer literate in relevant operating system Skills Mechanical skills Electronic skills Soldering skills Fault-finding techniques MS Office