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Auckland Council

Service Desk Analyst

  • Posted 1w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Auckland

Job Description

  • Advance your skills in customer service, providing first and second line support to customers contacting the ICT Service Desk
  • Exposure to multiple systems, technologies, and innovative projects
  • Full-time permanent role, Auckland CBD Location


He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Auckland Council is on a continued and significant transformation journey and as a result has grown to become one of the largest Information Communications and Technology Services (ICT) capabilities in New Zealand. This presents a unique opportunity for an experienced ICT professional to come and join us in this exciting complex and energized environment in a full-time permanent role capacity.

As the Service Desk Analyst, you will provide first and second level support both remotely and in person for: User accounts for ICT systems, file shares, hardware, Microsoft Office 365 and Exchange, and SaaS business applications.

Along with the key responsibilities of this role, you are to receive and accurately capture requests for Support or Services, analyse all requests and, where possible, resolve at the first point of contact.


He kōrero mōu: About you

It is essential that you have at least 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role.

Your strong administration experience of MS Active Directory users, groups and policies, Exchange, Office 365, along with your qualifications such as ITIL Foundation V3 and/or your Education Certificate in Computer Science/Information Technology are paramount in this role.

Since this role will be heavily focused on meeting agreed service level agreements for customer inquiries and incidents, your excellent interpersonal skills, personal resilience, and strong drive to achieve outcomes will be heavily put into practice.


Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

We offer a well-established, supportive team, amazing learning opportunities and exposure to multiple systems, technologies and projects. Auckland Council prides itself in its investment in innovative new technologies and work practices, thereby providing an excellent opportunity to start a career in one of the most sought-after organisation in New Zealand.

Whakamaua kia tina! Be the how!

Tell us why interested in this opportunity and apply via the link. For more information you can also contact Jenny Xu at Jenny.xu@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz for a confidential chat.


Applications close 4th of October

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process

Band E


Employees in receipt of salary protection and/or on the predecessor Council terms and conditions of employment, please note that the salary protection and/or predecessor Council terms and conditions, including relocation, apply to your current position. Should you change to a new position (other than any secondment) you will be issued with a new employment letter of offer with current Auckland Council terms and conditions.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Office 365
  • Customer Service
  • Exchange
  • ITIL Foundation V3
  • MS Active Directory

Desired Soft Skills

  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Drive to Achieve Outcomes
  • Personal Resilience

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🧕 Inclusive Workspace
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • ⚰ Funeral Cover
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
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  • 🌿 Indigenous Rights
  • 💰 Wage Equality
  • 🙌 Community Focused
  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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