Intermediate Desktop Engineer

Boardroom Appointments; Orkney; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Intermediate Desktop Engineer for an 8-month contract in Orkney, South Africa. The role involves providing complex desktop support, managing hardware/software, and independent troubleshooting. Candidates should have a good understanding of various operating systems, networking, and IT security. Strong communication skills are essential for direct client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Provide desktop support and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Manage hardware and software installations and upgrades.
• Support end-users with complex problems.
• Work independently on system configurations.

Skills

Desktop support experience

Troubleshooting skills

Hardware/software management

Understanding of Windows

Understanding of macOS

Understanding of Linux

Networking knowledge

IT security awareness

Good communication skills

Job description

Intermediate Desktop Engineer - 8 Month Contract

• Deeper technical knowledge than junior engineers, with experience in desktop support, troubleshooting, hardware/software management, and system administration.
• Advanced understanding of operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux), networking, and IT security.
• The ability to work more independently, handling more complex issues and supporting end-users or other departments.
• Experience with system upgrades, configurations, and performing more detailed diagnostics for technical issues.
• Good communication skills to work directly with clients, teams, or other departments.