We are seeking a highly skilled Service Desk Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 3 years of experience as a Service Desk Operator, with expertise in primary interface between the user community and the support staff. This role is based in Kimberly. Responsibilities and Duties Provide telephone support as far as possible before escalating the problem to a qualified support technician.Schedule and prioritize support calls for attention by the most appropriate support technician.Escalate problem situations as appropriate.Provide accurate and comprehensive solutions to customer problems by collaborating with relevant ICT team members.Research, resolve, and respond to complex support requests.Empower customers so that they can make more effective use of the ICT services available to them.Participate in team projects that enhance the quality or efficiency of the ICT ServiceDesk.Contribute solutions to the resolution database.Acquire and maintain knowledge of relevant product offerings, current support policies, and methods of support delivery, to provide technically accurate solutions to customers.Provide technical assistance and support to end-users, including troubleshooting hardware and software issues, network connectivity problems, and application errors.Diagnose and resolve technical problems in a timely manner, escalating more complex issues to the appropriate support teams, if necessary.Install, configure, and maintain computer hardware, software, and peripheral devices, ensuring compatibility and adherence to organizational policies and procedures.Recommending the procurement and licensing of softwareAssist with the identification of licensing risks.Provide input to the technical team around preferred software.Contribute to the development and implementation of ICT policies, procedures, and standards to ensure consistent and efficient service delivery.Stay up to date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in ICT support to continuously enhance technical skills and knowledge.Measure and monitor user satisfaction indicators and highlight any issues of concern.Perform random customer satisfaction surveys.Teach or assist with training courses.Test training and competency testing material.Participate in evaluating new training and competency testing material.Develop and coach colleagues.Lead and assist other ICT ServiceDesk staff with support requests.Perform a quality assessment on ServiceDesk calls.Relevant operational reports as and when required.Communicate and consult with relevant stakeholders.Perform ad-hoc tasks as required in the ICT division  Desired Experience & Qualification Relevant Diploma or degree in Computer Science or Information Technology2 to 3 years of related experienceCertifications, such as ITIL, CompTIA A+, or relevant technical certifications, are a plus. Minimum ExperienceICDL, Microsoft Office Specialist, will be an added advantage.Solid understanding of computer systems, networks, hardware, and software applicationsComputer skills (MS Office suite)Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, withThe ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users effectively.Exceptional customer service skills and a strong commitment to providing a positive user experience