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Stefan Cloete

Stefan Cloete

IT
Worcester,Western Cape

Summary

I embarked on my professional journey with the company, witnessing its evolution into a corporate powerhouse during a significant merger. Initially immersed in hands-on technical responsibilities, I swiftly transitioned into a pivotal role within the help desk department, a realm I pioneered under the banner of True Communications. As the helmsman of the help desk, I orchestrated its expansion, leading a team of dedicated professionals. Simultaneously, I ventured into network management and sales, showcasing my versatility and unwavering commitment to multifaceted contributions. A pivotal chapter unfolded during the integration with another company, where I spearheaded the consolidation of three separate help desk sites into a seamless and unified unit. Despite initial challenges, my strategic acumen and leadership ensured optimal functionality and collaboration among teams, resulting in a remarkable 40% boost in efficiency. Over the course of my eight-year tenure in the help desk domain, I honed my skills and accumulated invaluable experience. Transitioning to a Network Operations Center (NOC) environment, I ascended to the role of a Tier 4 agent. Notably, during my tenure as a Tier 4 agent, I innovatively developed an application tailored for Tier 3 agents. This app streamlined the process of posting new tasks and managing tickets, achieving an impressive 60% increase in efficiency. The positive feedback received underscored the impact of my creative solutions and unwavering dedication to continuous improvement. My professional journey is defined by a commitment to excellence, adaptability, and a proven track record of transformative initiatives. Looking ahead, I am eager to channel my skills and experience into embracing new challenges and opportunities.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

NOC Engineer T4

Herotel
11.2022 - Current
    • Monitored and maintained network and software components according to established guidelines and best practices.
    • Assisted in capacity planning efforts, analyzing resource usage trends to ensure optimal allocation for future demand projections.
    • Provided 2nd and 3rd level technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients.
    • Closed first-time tickets quickly and met resolution volume requirements.
    • Delivered tier-3 support for co-location, customer backup networks, and ISP services.
    • Configured IP assignment, core network configuration, and DNS setup for new users.
    • Resolved issues related to operational components for LAN, WAN and voice systems.
    • Reduced downtime with proactive identification of potential issues through regular network analysis and reporting.

Help Desk Team Leader

Truecom/Herotel
05.2014 - 11.2022
    • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
    • Followed up with clients to verify optimal customer satisfaction following support engagement and problem resolution.
    • Used ticketing systems to manage and process support actions and requests.
    • Managed customers' expectations of support and technology functionality in order to provide positive user experience.
    • Spearheaded the adoption of remote support technologies, enabling quicker issue resolution for offsite employees.
    • Streamlined help desk operations for increased efficiency and faster response times.

Skills

Team Leadership

Organizational Skills

VoIP over IP (VoIP)

Wide Area Network (WAN)

Team Leadership

Wireless Networking

Network Troubleshooting

Configuration Management

Team Collaboration

TCP/IP protocol

Multitasking

Onboarding

Firewalls

Switches and routers

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma -

LE-AMEN - Home Education
Roodepoort

Timeline

NOC Engineer T4

Herotel
11.2022 - Current

Help Desk Team Leader

Truecom/Herotel
05.2014 - 11.2022

High School Diploma -

LE-AMEN - Home Education
Stefan CloeteIT