Senior IT/OT Support Engineer

As an In-country IT Support Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of our organization's IT systems within your designated locations. You will provide technical support to employees, resolve IT-related issues, be the escalation point for OT queries, and collaborate with the global IT team to maintain a stable and secure IT environment. Act as in-country single point of accountability for all IT projects to be deployed into your Locations.

Key Responsibilities:

User Support:

• •Provide first-level technical support to end-users, addressing hardware, software, and network-related issues.
• •Respond promptly to IT support requests via email, phone, or in-person, ensuring timely issue resolution.
• •Assist employees with computer setup, software installation, and troubleshooting.

Hardware and Software Maintenance:

• •Conduct regular maintenance, upgrades, and repairs of computer hardware and peripherals.
• •Install, configure, and update software applications as needed.
• •Monitor and manage inventory of IT assets and equipment.

Network Support:

• •Assist in setting up and maintaining local network infrastructure.
• •Troubleshoot network connectivity issues and ensure a stable internet connection.
• •Collaborate with the central IT team to implement network security measures.

OT Support

• •Collaborate with the Level 1 OT support team to ensure queries are resolved within SLA.
• •Ownership of all activities and Projects on supported OT sites.

Security and Data Protection:

• •Enforce IT security policies and procedures within the location.
• •Conduct regular data backups and assist in disaster recovery planning.
• •Educate employees on IT security best practices.

Documentation and Reporting:

• •Maintain accurate records of IT equipment, software licenses, and support requests.
• •Generate reports on IT-related activities and issues for management review.

Vendor Management:

• •Liaise with local IT vendors and service providers to ensure timely resolution of issues.
• •Assist in evaluating and selecting IT vendors as needed.

Training and Knowledge Sharing:

• •Provide training to employees on IT tools and applications.
• •Share knowledge and best practices with the local team.

Applications Support:

• •Provide support for business-critical software applications used by local teams.
• •Troubleshoot application-related issues, including installation, configuration, and user access problems.
• •Collaborate with global IT team, Software vendors or developers to resolve complex application issues.
• •Assist in the testing and deployment of application updates and patches.

Local Project Implementation:

• •Participate in the planning and execution of IT projects specific to the local office or region.
• •Coordinate project activities, including hardware and software upgrades, migrations, and installations.
• •Ensure that project timelines and objectives are met within budget constraints.
• •Provide technical expertise and support during the implementation of IT solutions

Qualifications:

• •Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• •Proven experience in providing IT support and troubleshooting.
• •Strong knowledge of operating systems (Windows) and common software applications.
• •Familiarity with networking concepts and protocols.
• •Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• •Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a global team.
• •Exposure to Fuel Energy Downstream industry an advantage.
• •Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, CISCO, Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician) a plus.