It Service Desk Operations Manager

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description

A leading organization is seeking an IT Service Desk & Operations Manager to oversee IT support and infrastructure operations within the MIS department. This permanent role offers the opportunity to manage service continuity, lead a skilled team, and ensure compliance with ITIL standards and ISO processes.
What's in it for you?
You'll play a key role in ensuring operational excellence, managing IT resources, and driving service improvements that impact the entire business.
Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, organize, and assign tasks to the RUN team
  • Manage IT hardware resources, including inventory and capacity planning
  • Ensure ITIL-compliant MIS support processes (ticketing, troubleshooting, monitoring, reporting)
  • Oversee daily, weekly, and monthly production follow-ups
  • Manage IT infrastructure contracts and SLAs, ensuring compliance and applying penalties where necessary
  • Ensure adherence to security, licensing, and group IT policies
  • Maintain compliance with ISO, ITIL, and QHSE processes
  • Contribute to tenders and RFPs, and stay updated on emerging technologies
Job Experience and Skills Required Education:
  • Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science
  • ITIL Foundations certification
Experience:
  • 10-15 years of relevant IT experience
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft environments
  • Expertise in network/telecom (FortiGate certifications advantageous)
  • Knowledge of VMWare virtualization technology (added advantage)
Skills:
  • Managerial and leadership capabilities
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving aptitude
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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For more information, contact:
Frankie Deppe
Specialist Recruitment Consultant
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1593758
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned