Planner

Boardroom Appointments; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Desktop Engineer for an 8-month contract. This role demands extensive technical expertise in desktop support and systems administration, along with a strong command of operating systems including Windows, macOS, and Linux. The ideal candidate will lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and manage complex technical issues with minimal supervision. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to strategic IT decisions and oversee large-scale system deployments. If you are a proactive problem-solver with leadership experience, this is the perfect chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in desktop support and systems administration.
• In-depth knowledge of Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve complex technical issues with minimal supervision.
• Oversee IT initiatives and desktop upgrades.

Skills

Desktop Support

Systems Administration

Troubleshooting

Project Management

Communication Skills

Leadership

Tools

Windows

macOS

Linux

Job description

Senior Desktop Engineer - 8 MonthContract

Requirements:

• Extensive technical expertise in desktop support, systems administration, and troubleshooting, covering a wide range of hardware, software, and network environments.
• In-depth knowledge of operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux) and expertise in enterprise-level IT infrastructure, security protocols, and advanced troubleshooting.
• The ability to manage and resolve complex technical issues with minimal supervision, often leading projects or teams.
• Leadership experience, potentially supervising junior and intermediate engineers, mentoring staff, and contributing to strategic IT decisions.
• Experience in system deployment, maintenance, and optimization, including large-scale installations and configurations across multiple systems.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams, as well as the ability to document and report on system performance and issues.
• Project management skills to oversee IT initiatives, desktop upgrades, and other tech projects.