Application Support Specialist needed at ADvTECH

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Job title : Application Support Specialist

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : April 21, 2025

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System Support & Troubleshooting/ System Monitoring & Performance Optimization

  • Provide day-to-day application support for HR platforms (Fresh Service / SAP) ensuring system functionality and resolving user issues.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve application-related incidents and service requests related to systems in a timely manner.
  • Act as the first point of contact for users experiencing issues with applications, managing escalations when necessary.
  • Monitor system performance, ensuring systems are operating efficiently and securely.
  • Proactively identify, investigate, and resolve performance bottlenecks and system errors to minimize downtime.
  • Conduct routine health checks, system audits, and performance assessments to ensure systems are fully operational.

Incident & Problem Management/ HR System Maintenance & Updates

  • Manage incident resolution and track issues through to closure, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders.
  • Work closely with technical teams to identify root causes of recurring issues and recommend long-term solutions.
  • Maintain a detailed log of incidents and support cases, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting for continuous improvement.
  • Support system upgrades, patches, and version control, ensuring all updates are tested and implemented with minimal impact on users.
  • Work closely with technical teams to identify root causes of recurring issues and recommend long-term solutions.

User Support & Training

  • Provide end-user support, answering queries, guiding users through system functions, and resolving related issues.
  • Assist in creating and maintaining support documentation, FAQs, and user guides for applications.
  • Conduct training sessions for users to ensure they understand system capabilities and are equipped to use application tools efficiently.

Collaboration with Development & Technical Teams/ Documentation & Reporting

  • Assist in testing new features, patches, and updates before deployment to ensure compatibility with existing configurations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HR, Payroll, IT, etc.) to provide HR & Payroll support and ensure alignment with business requirements.
  • Maintain detailed records of system issues, resolutions, configurations, and changes for audit purposes.
  • Prepare periodic reports on system health, incident trends, and user feedback to improve system performance.
  • Create and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices for system support.

Continuous Improvement

  • Identify opportunities for process improvement within support workflows and systems.
  • Collaborate with business and technical teams to recommend and implement improvements for application functionality and support processes.
  • Stay updated on HR & Payroll product updates and new features to ensure the organization is leveraging the latest capabilities.

Education
Certificate / Diploma in IT

  • MCSE
  • Degree / Diploma in IT
  • CRM Certification

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