IT Helpdesk Agent

South AfricaPosted Jul 13, 2026
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About Remote Recruitment

Remote Recruitment connects skilled South African professionals with UK-based employers. This is a 100% remote role supporting a UK company's staff and customers.

Role overview

We're hiring an IT Helpdesk Agent to be the first point of contact for technical issues. You'll troubleshoot problems, log tickets, and help users get back to work quickly. Working hours are 09:00–17:00 UK time (11:00–19:00 SAST).

Key responsibilities

  • Respond to first-line IT support requests by phone, email and chat
  • Diagnose and resolve common hardware, software and account issues
  • Log and track tickets through to resolution
  • Escalate complex problems to the right team with clear notes
  • Guide users through fixes in plain, friendly language

What you'll need

  • Experience in IT support or a helpdesk role
  • Familiarity with Windows, Microsoft 365 and common ticketing tools
  • Clear spoken and written English
  • A reliable laptop and stable internet connection
  • Patience and good problem-solving skills

What's on offer

A salary of R16,000–R20,000 per month, fully remote work, UK business hours, and a helpful team. If you enjoy solving problems and supporting people, apply today.

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