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Mmelikayise CELE

Mmelikayise CELE

Microsoft Certified Expert
Johannesburg,GP

Summary

Dynamic IT Team Lead with extensive experience at Third Stream, specializing in Microsoft Azure and technical support. Proven track record in optimizing processes to enhance customer satisfaction and leading teams through complex technical challenges. Adept at aligning IT solutions with business objectives while fostering continuous learning and collaboration.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
9
9
Certificate
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

IT Team Lead

Third Stream
Johannesburg
12.2023 - Current

Promoted to an IT Support Team Leader, overseeing an IT support team.

  • Oversaw team activities, distributed responsibilities to maintain effective troubleshooting and resolution of technical concerns.
  • Provided advisory support on Microsoft platforms including Windows, Office 365, Azure, and Teams.
  • Managed complex technical issues.
  • Optimized processes to elevate customer satisfaction levels.
  • Managed continuous learning initiatives and updates.
  • Coordinated efforts with internal teams, vendors, and clients to ensure IT support met business objectives.

Senior IT Support Engineer

Third Stream
Johannesburg
05.2017 - 11.2023

Recruited as Senior IT Support Engineer to provide advanced support.

  • Managed escalated problems related to Windows, Office 365, and Azure.
  • Oversaw management and optimization of IT infrastructure.
  • Guided junior engineers, shared expertise, and promoted continuous learning.
  • Directed IT projects and introduced advanced technologies.
  • Aligned IT solutions with business objectives through collaboration with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
  • Managed critical incidents and coordinated root cause analysis.

IT consultant

MCI Consultants
11.2016 - 04.2017

Recruited as IT professional specializing in technical knowledge and sales expertise.

  • Facilitated client consultations by identifying business requirements and aligning solutions.
  • Developed and maintained strong client relationships.
  • Showcased IT solutions to clients with impactful presentations and demonstrations.
  • Assisted clients with technical issues following purchase.

Enterprise Administrator

Pilot Crushtec International
08.2012 - 11.2016

Joined the team as a Junior IT Support Engineer and provided assistance in IT systems troubleshooting.

  • Handled first-level technical issues across multiple systems.
  • Supported system updates, installations and configurations.
  • Guided staff through troubleshooting procedures and solutions.
  • Escalated complex technical issues to senior engineers.
  • Gained experience with IT infrastructure, security, and new technologies.

Education

Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator - Microsoft

Microsoft Learn
Online
06.2019 - Current

Microsoft Certified Enterprise Administrator - Microsoft System Engineering

CTU Career Campus
Auckland Park
01.2011 - 11.2012

High School Diploma -

Germiston High School
Germiston
01.2009

Skills

  • Microsoft Azure
  • Windows Servers
  • Azure resource manager
  • Office 365 migration
  • Technical support
  • Microsoft SQL server
  • Azure SQL database
  • Azure virtual machines
  • Exchange server
  • Hyper-V management
  • Office 365
  • OneDrive for business
  • Windows virtual desktop
  • System troubleshooting
  • Microsoft Intune
  • Disaster recovery planning
  • SharePoint administration
  • Microsoft 365 security
  • Microsoft Teams administration
  • Solution implementation
  • Azure infrastructure management

Certification

  • Microsoft 365 Certified
  • Microsoft Azure Certified
  • MCSE: Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert
  • MCITP: Microsoft Certified Enterprise Administrator
  • Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: SQL Server Implementation and Maintenance
  • NQF Level 6, Certification
  • CompTIA A+: IT Technician, Certification
  • CompTIA Network+, Certification
  • Ubiquity Certified

Timeline

IT Team Lead

Third Stream
12.2023 - Current

Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator - Microsoft

Microsoft Learn
06.2019 - Current

Senior IT Support Engineer

Third Stream
05.2017 - 11.2023

IT consultant

MCI Consultants
11.2016 - 04.2017

Enterprise Administrator

Pilot Crushtec International
08.2012 - 11.2016

Microsoft Certified Enterprise Administrator - Microsoft System Engineering

CTU Career Campus
01.2011 - 11.2012

High School Diploma -

Germiston High School

Work Availability

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Affiliations

  • Microsoft

References

References available upon request.
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