Helpdesk Administrator - Remote

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Fully remote work position

Training and certification programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Helpdesk Administrator to join our fully remote team. You will manage the helpdesk system, triage requests, and generate performance reports to drive improvements.

Ideal candidates have administrative experience, strong communication, great organizational skills, and familiarity with IT support processes. This role offers remote work, competitive salary, and opportunities for training and certification.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in an administrative role, preferably in a helpdesk or customer support environment.
• Proficiency with helpdesk software and ticketing systems (e.g., Zendesk, ServiceNow).
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities effectively in a remote setup.
• Familiarity with IT support processes and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the helpdesk ticketing system, ensuring accurate and timely updates.
• Prioritize and assign incoming support tickets to the appropriate team members.
• Monitor helpdesk performance and generate regular reports on key metrics.
• Assist in developing and updating helpdesk procedures and documentation.
• Provide first-level support for basic user inquiries and technical issues.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure efficient resolution of escalated issues.

Skills

Administrative skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking (remote)

Tools

Zendesk

ServiceNow

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous and organized Helpdesk Administrator to join their fully remote team. This role is essential for the smooth operation of our client support services, ensuring that all incoming requests are managed efficiently and effectively. You will be responsible for maintaining the helpdesk system, tracking issues, coordinating with support agents, and generating reports on performance metrics. This position is ideal for a proactive individual who thrives in a remote setting and has a keen eye for detail and process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the helpdesk ticketing system, ensuring accurate and timely updates.
• Prioritize and assign incoming support tickets to the appropriate team members.
• Monitor helpdesk performance and generate regular reports on key metrics (e.g., response times, resolution rates).
• Assist in developing and updating helpdesk procedures and documentation.
• Provide first-level support for basic user inquiries and technical issues.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure efficient resolution of escalated issues.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an administrative role, preferably within a helpdesk or customer support environment.
• Proficiency with helpdesk software and ticketing systems (e.g., Zendesk, ServiceNow).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities effectively in a remote setup.
• Familiarity with IT support processes and terminology.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work position, offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional training and certifications.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team culture.