Senior Helpdesk Manager

Centurion, GP, ZA, South Africa

Job Description

About This Role



The Senior Helpdesk Manager leads the unified Helpdesk (Service Desk, L1, L2, Monitoring) to deliver consistent, data-driven support across client accounts. It focuses on managing people, processes, and performance while driving upskilling initiatives and maintaining a Quality Management System for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities



People & Operations:



? Oversee service desk operations, including call volume monitoring, capacity planning, team leadership, and scheduling to ensure effective 24/7 support coverage.

? Manage performance, quality, and workforce processes while aligning support channels, driving efficiency, and coaching team leads for operational excellence.

Process & Governance:



? Manage and maintain key IT service governance areas, including the Service Catalogue, escalation policies, and Change Control processes.

? Lead Problem Management through trend analysis, root cause investigations, and implementation of preventative measures.

Monitoring & Communications:



? Own Zabbix alert matrix; maintain Serv1/Sev2 templates and comms timelines.

? Publish weekly and monthly reports, chair weekly OPS review.

Data & Improvement:



? Use data to set realistic FCR and capacity; adjust staffing/training accordingly.

? Maintain skills matrix; deliver the training plans

What You'll Need



? 5+ years' proven experience in helpdesk managerial level in Retail/Pharmacy environment

? Experience in a managing multi-functional team

? ITIL Foundation or equivalent (non-negotiable)

? Hands on exp. with at least 3 of: GK POS, eSocket, Unisolv/ Pharmacy systems, windows &

? Vendor management & escalation with clear SLAs

? Azure AD/Intune/MECM, Citrix, basic SQL, Position

? Excellent written/verbal communication skills

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1585684
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Centurion, GP, ZA, South Africa
  • Education
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