IT Desktop Technician

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Exceed HR and Recruitment in Stellenbosch is seeking an IT Desktop Technician to provide first-line IT support for hardware, software and network issues. You will log and resolve helpdesk tickets and assist with Microsoft 365, Outlook, Teams and OneDrive.

Configure devices for new staff, maintain the IT asset register, and support hardware upgrades. The role requires relevant IT certification and at least one year of IT support experience.

Qualifications

• A+ or N+ certification required.
• At least 1 year IT support or helpdesk experience.
• Experience with Windows 10/11 and basic Microsoft 365 (Outlook/Teams/OneDrive).

Responsibilities

• Log, manage and resolve helpdesk tickets.
• Assist with Microsoft 365 user accounts, licensing, email and Teams.
• Troubleshoot Outlook, Teams, OneDrive and other user issues.
• Support Copilot rollout and provide basic user guidance.
• Configure devices for new employees and maintain the IT asset register.
• Assist with hardware upgrades and replacements.
• Troubleshoot basic Wi‑Fi, network and connectivity issues.
• Support IT projects, including office setups, upgrades and migrations.
• Assist with IT security, antivirus checks and system updates.
• Escalate complex technical issues when required.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication

User support

Initiative

Education

A+ or N+ certification

Tools

Microsoft 365

Active Directory

Azure AD

Asset management tools

Job description

IT Desktop Technician job vacancy in Stellenbosch.

We are currently looking for an IT Desktop Technician to provide first-line IT support for hardware, software and network issues.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Log, manage and resolve helpdesk tickets.
• Assist with Microsoft 365 user accounts, licensing, email and Teams.
• Troubleshoot Outlook, Teams, OneDrive and other common user issues.
• Support Copilot rollout and provide basic user guidance.
• Configure devices for new employees and maintain the IT asset register.
• Assist with hardware upgrades and replacements.
• Troubleshoot basic Wi-Fi, network and connectivity issues.
• Support IT projects, including office setups, upgrades and migrations.
• Assist with IT security, antivirus checks and system updates.
• Escalate complex technical issues when required.

Requirements:

• Relevant IT certifications such as A+ or N+.
• Minimum 1 year's IT support or helpdesk experience.
• Knowledge of Windows 10 and 11.
• Basic Microsoft 365 knowledge, including Outlook, Teams and OneDrive.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and user-support skills.
• Active Directory / Azure AD exposure advantageous.
• Experience with IT asset management tools advantageous.Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Structured, process-driven and detail-oriented.
• Reliable, accountable and able to work effectively within an IT support team.