Remote Recruitment

Technical Support Engineer

Remote Recruitment Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Staffing and Recruiting · 11-50 employees

19 h ago
Remote support-engineer Mid (2-5 yrs) Full-time South Africa
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About the role

Provide first to third-line technical support for broadband and network connectivity issues while managing supplier escalations. Take full ownership of incidents from initial report to resolution while delivering an exceptional customer experience.

What they look for

Technical support Broadband troubleshooting Network connectivity ISP support WAN connectivity Router configuration Wireless access point troubleshooting Supplier management Incident management Customer service MikroTik Ubiquiti Cambium Networks Splinx Fault-finding Communication

Requirements

Requires previous experience in an ISP, telecommunications, or network support environment with strong troubleshooting skills. Candidates must have a reliable home office setup and be comfortable working a rotating shift pattern including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

Fully remote working environment Exposure to a wide range of networking and ISP technologies Long-term career opportunities

Full description

Remote Recruitment is hiring a Technical Support Engineer for a UK-based employer, fully remote from South Africa.

About the Company

Our client is a leading provider of managed WiFi and connectivity solutions for holiday parks across the UK. They specialise in delivering reliable internet and network services, ensuring thousands of customers enjoy seamless connectivity across multiple sites. They are a growing, specialist business with an experienced technical team and a strong reputation in their sector.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Technical Support Engineer to join this team on a fully remote basis. This is a hands-on, ownership-driven role supporting broadband, networking and ISP-related services. You will diagnose and resolve connectivity issues, manage supplier escalations, and deliver an exceptional customer experience throughout.

This is not an entry-level IT support position. We are looking for someone with genuine ISP, telecommunications or network support experience who can confidently troubleshoot complex connectivity issues, manage supplier relationships, and take full ownership of incidents through to resolution.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support

- Provide first, second and third-line technical support for broadband, WiFi and network connectivity issues

- Diagnose and resolve ISP, WAN, router, wireless access point and connectivity faults

- Troubleshoot technical issues remotely using structured fault-finding techniques

- Take full ownership of incidents from initial report through to successful resolution

- Escalate complex faults to suppliers where appropriate and actively manage them through to completion

Customer Support

- Handle customer calls professionally and confidently, taking control of conversations while delivering outstanding service

- Clearly communicate technical issues and solutions to customers with varying levels of technical knowledge

- Manage customer expectations throughout the support process

- Prioritise incidents based on urgency, business impact and service levels

Supplier and Incident Management

- Liaise with broadband providers, telecommunications suppliers and third-party vendors to resolve service issues

- Monitor open incidents and ensure timely updates are provided to customers at all times

- Maintain accurate documentation of all support activities within the ticketing system

- Ensure all escalations are managed efficiently and professionally

Continuous Improvement

- Identify recurring technical issues and recommend service improvements

- Share technical knowledge and best practices with colleagues

- Contribute to improving support processes and documentation

- Maintain a proactive approach to problem-solving and customer satisfaction

Equipment Requirements

Candidates must have the following in place before starting:

- A reliable laptop or desktop computer suitable for technical support work

- Dual monitors (minimum two-screen setup)

- Stable, high-speed internet connection

- Backup power solution to ensure uninterrupted service during load shedding or outages

- A quiet, professional home office environment

Working Hours

- Full-time position

- 4 days on, 4 days off rotating shift pattern

- 12-hour shifts: 08:00 to 20:00 UK time

- Includes weekends and UK bank holidays

- Approximately 42 hours per week across the full rotation

Please note: this is a shift-based role with non-standard hours. Only apply if you are fully comfortable with this schedule.

Essential

- Previous experience within an ISP, telecommunications or network support environment

- Proven experience providing first, second or third-line technical support

- Strong understanding of broadband technologies, WAN connectivity, routers, wireless networks and WiFi troubleshooting

- Experience managing supplier escalations and third-party service providers

- Excellent telephone communication skills with a confident, customer-first approach

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

- Ability to work independently and stay focused through long shifts in a remote environment

- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

Desirable

- Experience with MikroTik networking equipment

- Experience with Ubiquiti wireless solutions

- Experience with Cambium Networks products

- Experience with Splinx platforms

- Previous experience supporting hospitality or holiday park environments

- Experience supporting UK-based customers

Why Apply

- Join a specialist UK connectivity business supporting holiday parks nationwide

- Work with a highly experienced and supportive technical team

- Exposure to a wide range of networking and ISP technologies

- Long-term career opportunities within a growing company

- Fully remote working environment

- Real ownership of challenging technical issues with direct impact on customer satisfaction

About Remote Recruitment

At Remote Recruitment, we specialise in connecting skilled South African professionals with leading UK businesses. Our streamlined process matches exceptional talent with organisations that value technical expertise, professionalism and long-term growth.

Join a team that recognises your talent. Remote Recruitment, where your success is our mission.

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