IT Helpdesk Agent (Night Shift)

How2Apply Talent Network
Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
Internship
Posted 2 hours ago
Internship IT & Software
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Job Description

You'll be the person who fixes it when laptops, printers and logins break at a hospital group in Richards Bay. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

You'll be based at a hospital group in Richards Bay. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps.

What you'll actually do

  • Write short how-to guides for common user problems
  • Keep the asset register up to date when equipment moves
  • Image, set up and hand over new laptops and desktops
  • Escalate network and server faults to second or third line with good notes
  • Install and configure printers, scanners and docking stations
  • Replace faulty hardware and log warranty claims with suppliers
  • Visit branches or sites to fix issues that need hands on the machine

What you need

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

Extra points for

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

On offer

  • Travel allowance for field technicians
  • Clear path to second-line and systems roles
  • Standby pay for after-hours cover

How to apply for this job

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: IT certificates, including A+ or N+ if you have them plus certified matric certificate and ID copy.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 10 working days, usually by phone.

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

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • List your certifications right under your name; A+ and ITIL are common keyword filters.
  • Describe the size of the environment you supported, such as "400 users across 6 branches".

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeInternship
LocationRichards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryIT & Software
ExperienceEntry level
Posted2 November 2026
Closing Date6 December 2026
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