CAREERS

Purpose of the Job

Response to and resolution of incidents involving applications and related equipment used at the workplace. Assist users to enable them to make effective use of systems and equipment. Support may be provided both to users of the systems and to service delivery functions such as computer operations and service desk. Support takes the form of investigating, identification, root cause analysis and resolution of problems, providing info about the systems, and escalating problems not resolved within defined service level requirements.

Response to and resolution of incidents involving applications and related equipment used at the workplace. Assist users to enable them to make effective use of systems and equipment. Support may be provided both to users of the systems and to service delivery functions such as computer operations and service desk. Support takes the form of investigating, identification, root cause analysis and resolution of problems, providing info about the systems, and escalating problems not resolved within defined service level requirements.

DESKTOP SUPPORT

Answers, evaluates, and prioritises logged requests for assistance from users requiring assistance with catalog of services requests.

Logs and tracks calls using incident and problem management database provided through the service desk

Handles problem recognition, research, isolation, resolution and follows up on routine user problems, referring more complex problems to the campus Senior ICT Support.

SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE INSTALLATIONS AND SUPPORT

Installs desktop and laptop computers for use on campus with the relevant authorised software and completes the relevant documentation.

Installs hardware and peripheral components such as monitors, keyboards, printers, and disk drives.

Sets up and support for boardrooms or for training use.

Conducts regular testing of the video conferencing and information technology equipment and fixes any problems with this equipment.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS

Liaises with service providers on information technology equipment and repairs and maintenance thereof.

Administers assets by updating the hardware and software asset register that includes asset disposal.

Administers licensing in the software license bank.

Maintains the information technology store room, server room and office by keeping it neat and tidy and free of any health and safety risks.

Trains and orients staff on use of hardware and software.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Higher Certificate / Occupational Certificate Level 5 (NQF Level 5) / A+ / N +

Internship for 6+ months

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Good interpersonal skills including willingness to assist, communication and following up.

Computer literacy and systems administration.

Time management, organisational skills, willing to work flexible hours.

Initiative and problem solving prowess.

Ability to cope in a pressured environment.

Driver's licence and transport

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintenance of staff computers & printers and general user support.

Desktop support and administration of the campus network.

Resolution of first tier network and information technology related problems.

Escalation of Network problems to Campus Senior ICT Support.

Implement and adhere to the ADvTECH IT setup guides and frameworks.

General ad hoc functions as determined by the Campus Senior ICT Support

Send CV to : wvzyl@advtech.co.za