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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

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Education

High School Diploma -

LE-AMEN - Home Education
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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