IT Helpdesk & SLA Coordinator / Administrator (Permanent) Cape Town
Job Openings IT Helpdesk & SLA Coordinator / Administrator (Permanent) Cape Town
About the job IT Helpdesk & SLA Coordinator / Administrator (Permanent) Cape Town
We're looking for a sharp, organised Helpdesk Administrator to be the engine behind our technical support operations. You'll be the link between clients and our engineering teams — keeping tickets moving, SLAs on track, and clients informed every step of the way.
What you'll be doing
Log and manage support tickets end-to-end in the CRM, ensuring accurate detail and timely closure
Monitor ticket lifecycles daily and drive 95% SLA compliance across open, pending, and escalated cases
Coordinate and reprioritise engineer schedules, minimising downtime and ensuring the right resources reach the right jobs
Maintain proactive client communication from ticket creation to resolution — managing expectations and de-escalating professionally
Ensure all billable work is fully documented and closed out correctly, protecting revenue and billing integrity
Identify bottlenecks, flag recurring issues, and report operational risks before they escalation
Strong CRM and ticketing system experience (Freshdesk, Zoho, ServiceNow, Autotask or similar)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly organised with sharp attention to detail
Calm under pressure in high-volume environments
Solid understanding of SLA-driven support environments
Assertive, accountable, and process-driven mindset
Qualifications & Experience
Matric / Grade 12 (essential)
Diploma or degree in IT, Information Systems, or Business Administration (advantageous)
1-3 years' experience in a helpdesk, service desk, or IT support administration role
Experience that will set you apart
Hands-on CRM or ticketing system administration
Exposure to billing documentation and revenue reconciliation in a support environment
Experience coordinating technical field or engineering teams
Familiarity with escalation procedures and SLA reporting
If you have not heard from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful