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Desktop Support Engineer - Stellenbosch

Michelle Cloete Consulting Pty Ltd
Retreat Full-day Full-time

Description:

Provide timely, staff-focused L1/L2 technical support for end-user devices, operating systems, and core business applications; ensure reliable, secure, and well-documented desktop services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Respond to and resolve incidents/requests for desktops, laptops, and peripherals; support operating systems, productivity apps, email, and printing.
  • Provide remote assistance and desk-side support as needed.
  • Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain hardware and software; manage drivers, firmware, and patching to keep devices secure and up to date.
  • Maintain accurate asset inventory and documentation.
  • Create and maintain user accounts and profiles; handle permissions and password resets in line with policy.
  • Troubleshoot LAN/Wi-Fi/VPN connectivity issues for end-user devices and escalate where necessary.
  • Ensure security baselines, updates, and endpoint protection are applied; support privacy and acceptable-use policies.
  • Prepare devices, access, and orientation for new joiners; deprovision and recover assets on exit.
  • Work with suppliers and support partners to resolve issues and complete warranty repairs.
  • Log, track, and close tickets with clear resolution notes; create end-user guides and FAQs; deliver ad-hoc user training.
  • Participate in desktop rollouts, OS/application upgrades, and improvement initiatives.
  • Provide on-call/after-hours support as required.

Requirements:

Provide timely, staff-focused L1/L2 technical support for end-user devices, operating systems, and core business applications; ensure reliable, secure, and well-documented desktop services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Respond to and resolve incidents/requests for desktops, laptops, and peripherals; support operating systems, productivity apps, email, and printing.
  • Provide remote assistance and desk-side support as needed.
  • Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain hardware and software; manage drivers, firmware, and patching to keep devices secure and up to date.
  • Maintain accurate asset inventory and documentation.
  • Create and maintain user accounts and profiles; handle permissions and password resets in line with policy.
  • Troubleshoot LAN/Wi-Fi/VPN connectivity issues for end-user devices and escalate where necessary.
  • Ensure security baselines, updates, and endpoint protection are applied; support privacy and acceptable-use policies.
  • Prepare devices, access, and orientation for new joiners; deprovision and recover assets on exit.
  • Work with suppliers and support partners to resolve issues and complete warranty repairs.
  • Log, track, and close tickets with clear resolution notes; create end-user guides and FAQs; deliver ad-hoc user training.
  • Participate in desktop rollouts, OS/application upgrades, and improvement initiatives.
  • Provide on-call/after-hours support as required.

Provide timely, staff-focused L1/L2 technical support for end-user devices, operating systems, and core business applications; ensure reliable, secure, and well-documented desktop services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Respond to and resolve incidents/requests for desktops, laptops, and peripherals; support operating systems, productivity apps, email, and printing.
  • Provide remote assistance and desk-side support as needed.
  • Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain hardware and software; manage drivers, firmware, and patching to keep devices secure and up to date.
  • Maintain accurate asset inventory and documentation.
  • Create and maintain user accounts and profiles; handle permissions and password resets in line with policy.
  • Troubleshoot LAN/Wi-Fi/VPN connectivity issues for end-user devices and escalate where necessary.
  • Ensure security baselines, updates, and endpoint protection are applied; support privacy and acceptable-use policies.
  • Prepare devices, access, and orientation for new joiners; deprovision and recover assets on exit.
  • Work with suppliers and support partners to resolve issues and complete warranty repairs.
  • Log, track, and close tickets with clear resolution notes; create end-user guides and FAQs; deliver ad-hoc user training.
  • Participate in desktop rollouts, OS/application upgrades, and improvement initiatives.
  • Provide on-call/after-hours support as required.
  • Respond to and resolve incidents/requests for desktops, laptops, and peripherals; support operating systems, productivity apps, email, and printing.
  • Provide remote assistance and desk-side support as needed.
  • Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain hardware and software; manage drivers, firmware, and patching to keep devices secure and up to date.
  • Maintain accurate asset inventory and documentation.
  • Create and maintain user accounts and profiles; handle permissions and password resets in line with policy.
  • Troubleshoot LAN/Wi-Fi/VPN connectivity issues for end-user devices and escalate where necessary.
  • Ensure security baselines, updates, and endpoint protection are applied; support privacy and acceptable-use policies.
  • Prepare devices, access, and orientation for new joiners; deprovision and recover assets on exit.
  • Work with suppliers and support partners to resolve issues and complete warranty repairs.
  • Log, track, and close tickets with clear resolution notes; create end-user guides and FAQs; deliver ad-hoc user training.
  • Participate in desktop rollouts, OS/application upgrades, and improvement initiatives.
  • Provide on-call/after-hours support as required.
  • Desktop Support: 1 to 2 years
  • Troubleshooting: 1 to 2 years
  • It Support: 1 to 2 years
  • Upgrade Support: 1 to 2 years
  • Resolve Issues: 1 to 2 years

Experience:

  • A+, N+ or Diploma in IT (or equivalent experience).
  • 2+ years in desktop support or similar role.

Technical Skills

  • Windows desktop environments; Microsoft 365; basic networking (TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP); Active Directory user/admin tasks.
  • Remote support tools (e.g., TeamViewer, AnyDesk) and ticketing/ITSM platforms; patching and endpoint security hygiene.
  • Nice to have: ITIL familiarity; Linux exposure.

Soft Skills

  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical ability.
  • Clear, empathetic communication with non-technical users.
  • Organized and able to prioritize in a busy queue.
  • Staff-centric mindset
  • Working Conditions:
  • Office-based; occasional travel to satellite sites.
  • Possible after-hours/on-call rotation.

Experience:

  • A+, N+ or Diploma in IT (or equivalent experience).
  • 2+ years in desktop support or similar role.

Technical Skills

  • Windows desktop environments; Microsoft 365; basic networking (TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP); Active Directory user/admin tasks.
  • Remote support tools (e.g., TeamViewer, AnyDesk) and ticketing/ITSM platforms; patching and endpoint security hygiene.
  • Nice to have: ITIL familiarity; Linux exposure.

Soft Skills

  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical ability.
  • Clear, empathetic communication with non-technical users.
  • Organized and able to prioritize in a busy queue.
  • Staff-centric mindset
  • Working Conditions:
  • Office-based; occasional travel to satellite sites.
  • Possible after-hours/on-call rotation.
  • A+, N+ or Diploma in IT (or equivalent experience).
  • 2+ years in desktop support or similar role.
  • Windows desktop environments; Microsoft 365; basic networking (TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP); Active Directory user/admin tasks.
  • Remote support tools (e.g., TeamViewer, AnyDesk) and ticketing/ITSM platforms; patching and endpoint security hygiene.
  • Nice to have: ITIL familiarity; Linux exposure.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical ability.
  • Clear, empathetic communication with non-technical users.
  • Organized and able to prioritize in a busy queue.
  • Staff-centric mindset
  • Working Conditions:
  • Office-based; occasional travel to satellite sites.
  • Possible after-hours/on-call rotation.

Experience:

  • A+, N+ or Diploma in IT (or equivalent experience).
  • 2+ years in desktop support or similar role.

Technical Skills

  • Windows desktop environments; Microsoft 365; basic networking (TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP); Active Directory user/admin tasks.
  • Remote support tools (e.g., TeamViewer, AnyDesk) and ticketing/ITSM platforms; patching and endpoint security hygiene.
  • Nice to have: ITIL familiarity; Linux exposure.

Soft Skills

  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical ability.
  • Clear, empathetic communication with non-technical users.
  • Organized and able to prioritize in a busy queue.
  • Staff-centric mindset
  • Working Conditions:
  • Office-based; occasional travel to satellite sites.
  • Possible after-hours/on-call rotation.
14 Feb 2026;   from: careers24.com

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