IT Helpdesk Agent (Night Shift)

How2Apply Talent Network
Fourways, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 2 hours ago
Full-time IT & Software
R18 000 – R25 500/month
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Job Description

You'll be the person who fixes it when laptops, printers and logins break at a group of private schools in Fourways. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

The site is in Fourways; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

What you'll actually do

  • Image, set up and hand over new laptops and desktops
  • Log, prioritise and update tickets on the service desk system
  • Reset passwords and unlock accounts in Active Directory and Entra ID
  • Replace faulty hardware and log warranty claims with suppliers
  • Keep the asset register up to date when equipment moves

You'll need

  • At least 1 year of help desk or desktop support (not needed for intern posts)
  • Patient and friendly with non-technical users
  • Able to log clear, complete ticket notes
  • Basic networking: IP addresses, DNS, DHCP and Wi-Fi
  • Code B driver's licence and own car for field posts
  • Matric plus an IT qualification, such as CompTIA A+ or an IT diploma

Nice if you have

  • Experience with Intune or SCCM for device management
  • CompTIA Network+ or Microsoft MD-102 certification
  • Experience supporting point-of-sale or medical devices

What you get

  • Clear path to second-line and systems roles
  • Travel allowance for field technicians
  • Paid certification exams after probation

Applying, step by step

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: copy of your driver's licence for field posts, certified matric certificate and ID copy plus IT certificates, including A+ or N+ if you have them.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 8 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Fourways.

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How to stand out

  • Be ready for a practical test on a real laptop or a phone troubleshooting role-play.
  • Describe the size of the environment you supported, such as "400 users across 6 branches".

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Job details
SalaryR18 000 – R25 500/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationFourways, Gauteng
CategoryIT & Software
Experience4+ years
Posted10 October 2026
Closing Date6 November 2026
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