Deskside Support Technician

HCL Technologies Limited; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HCL Technologies Limited in Australia is seeking a Desktop Technician to deliver day-to-day desktop support across local and remote environments. You will handle inbound calls, troubleshoot hardware/software/applications, and document resolutions in the ticketing system.

The role targets candidates with 2–3 years of Windows desktop support experience. The position involves fault analysis, end-user support, and ensuring service levels across shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related field.
• CompTIA A+, MCP or better.
• Minimum 18 months of IT experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide first/second level contact and problem resolution for customer issues.
• Work with vendors to remediate complex AV issues as needed.
• Provide timely communication on issue status and resolution.
• Maintain ticket updates for all reported incidents.
• Install, upgrade, support and troubleshoot Windows OS and Microsoft Office applications, printers, and hardware.
• Support and troubleshoot Apple Mac basics where required.
• Perform general preventative maintenance on computers, laptops, printers, and peripherals.
• Diagnose network and workstation hardware/software issues.

Skills

Windows 7-10

Active Directory

MS Office 365

PC hardware installation

Enterprise antivirus

Helpdesk ticketing systems

Printer and peripherals

Mac basics

Network basics

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Computer Science

Job description

We are HCLTech, one of the fastest-growing large tech companies in the world and home to 219,000+ people across 54 countries, supercharging progress through industry-leading capabilities centered around Digital, Engineering and Cloud. The driving force behind that work, our people, are diverse, creative, and passionate, raising the bar for excellence on a regular basis. We, in turn, work hard to bring out the best in them as we strive to help them find their spark and become the best version of themselves that they can be.

Contract Duration: 12 Months FTC role

Job Description

• Desktop Technician will provide day to day local\remote desktop support, receive inbound calls, answer questions, troubleshoot and document steps performed to resolve challenges with hardware, software and application issues in a ticketing system. The candidate will also need to facilitate customer resolution for calls and engage their supervisors and managers to ensure operational consistency across all shifts within the IT Support Center. Desktop Support Engineer provides Break Fix, fault diagnosis and resolution. Providing fault analysis to customer’s various core operating systems and platforms, as well be able to provide support and apply desktop fault resolution for the approved application suite. Ideal candidate should have 2-3 Years’ experience in Windows Desktop support.

Position Responsibilities and Functions

• Provide first/second level contact and problem resolution for customer issues.
• Work with vendors to remediate complex AV issues as needed.
• Provide timely communication on issue status and resolution.
• Maintain ticket updates for all reported incidents.
• Install, upgrade, support and troubleshoot XP, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 2010, Cisco Jabber, another authorized desktop application.
• Should
• Should have basic knowledge of Mac operating system, to support Apple pc users.
• Install, upgrade, support and troubleshoot for printers, computer hardware.
• Performs general preventative maintenance tasks on computers, laptops, printers.
• Performs remedial repairs on Desktops, laptops, printers and any other authorized peripheral equipment.
• Use diagnostic tools to troubleshoot problems associated with network connectivity, and workstation hardware/software.
• Broad experience of IT with basic understanding of Networks, Servers, Audio/Visual, Smart Devices and Telecoms.
• This position requires the ability to work in a project-based environment requiring flexibility and teamwork.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Should have basic knowledge of Mac operating system, to support Apple pc users.
• Install, upgrade, support and troubleshoot for printers, computer hardware.
• Performs general preventative maintenance tasks on computers, laptops, printers.
• Performs remedial repairs on Desktops, laptops, printers and any other authorized peripheral equipment.
• Use diagnostic tools to troubleshoot problems associated with network connectivity, and workstation hardware/software.
• Broad experience of IT with basic understanding of Networks, Servers, Audio/Visual, Smart Devices and Telecoms.
• This position requires the ability to work in a project-based environment requiring flexibility and teamwork. Performs other duties as assigned.

Candidate Required Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related field.
• CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) or better.
• Minimum of 18 months of IT experience.
• Windows 7-10, Microsoft Active Directory, utilization of GPOs, MS Office 365, PC hardware installation and troubleshooting, Enterprise anti-virus solutions, Helpdesk ticketing systems.
• Mobile device management including IOS and Android devices, Enterprise encryption solutions, Windows PC/laptop management via Active Directory.
• Proven analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to multi-task, effectively determine priorities and meet SLA’s.
• Excellent communication relationship-building and internal customer service skills.
• Adaptable and flexible in a fast-changing industry and work environment.
• Willing to work off-hours and weekends when required for projects or emergency
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related field.
• CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) or better.
• Minimum of 18 months of IT experience.
• Windows 7-10, Microsoft Active Directory, utilization of GPOs, MS Office 365, PC hardware installation and troubleshooting, Enterprise anti-virus solutions, Helpdesk ticketing systems.
• Mobile device management including IOS and Android devices, Enterprise encryption solutions, Windows PC/laptop management via Active Directory.
• Proven analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to multi-task, effectively determine priorities and meet SLA’s.
• Excellent communication relationship-building and internal customer service skills.
• Adaptable and flexible in a fast-changing industry and work environment.
• Willing to work off-hours and weekends when required for projects or emergency Support.

Why Us

We are one of the fastest-growing large tech companies in the world, with offices in 50+ countries across the globe and 219,000 employees. Our company is extremely diverse with 165 nationalities represented.

We offer the opportunity to work with colleagues across the globe. We offer a virtual first work environment, promoting a good work-life integration and real flexibility. We offer comprehensive benefits for all employees. We are a certified great place to work and a top employer in 17 countries, offering a positive work environment that values employee

recognition and respect

Candidate Data Privacy Notice | HCL Technologies We are committed to respecting your privacy and for the protection of your personal data. Your personal data will be collected and processed in line with our candidate privacy notice: https://www.hcltech.com/candidate-privacy-notice. This privacy notice will help you to understand what personal data we collect about you, how we use this personal data, and what rights you have regarding your personal data. By replying to this email or submitting any personal data to HCL Tech, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the candidate privacy notice and have provided your consent to the processing of your data for recruitment purposes as described in the privacy notice”.

Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad .