Requirements
The Senior IT Officer must possess a Bachelor of Computer Engineering or equivalent. Responsibilities include providing end-user support, maintaining IT network infrastructure, troubleshooting hardware/software/network issues, managing Microsoft Office 365, Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP, and configuring backup solutions. Expertise in troubleshooting, service tickets, and SLAs is important. Certifications in Cisco and Microsoft are preferred.
Description
Tawazon Chemical Co. LLC is a multinational organization with over three decades of experience. Headquartered in Dubai, the company manages a network of offices across Africa, the Middle East, the Subcontinent, and Southeast Asia, ensuring strong regional presence. It supplies specialty chemicals for Coatings, Construction, Inks, Plastics, Packaging, Fiberglass, Rubber, and Food. With strong global partnerships and an optimized supply chain, Tawazon ensures technical support, innovative solutions and reliable serviceJob DescriptionThe Senior IT Officer is responsible for providing end-user support related to all Level 1 ensuring that the performance and availability of the IT Network Infrastructure at the site is healthy and always functional overseeing and maintaining reliable, secure, and efficient IT operations at the site. The role provides advanced technical support, manages IT infrastructure and services, ensures system availability and same is maintained to the highest standard with maximum levels of productivity and efficiency. Expertise in troubleshooting, maintaining Service tickets, and SLA's design is important.Provide first-line technical support to users by diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and network-related issues efficiently. Install, configure, and maintain IT peripherals such as laptops, desktops, printers, and related devices in compliance with company policies. Manage and support Microsoft Office 365, Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP services to ensure smooth IT operations. Monitor systems, networks, and equipment performance to identify malfunctions, analyze faults, and implement timely corrective actions. Perform routine preventive maintenance, health checks, and monitoring of IT infrastructure to ensure network security and minimize downtime. Maintain accurate documentation of IT assets, troubleshooting activities, fixes, procedures, and technical recommendations. Escalate unresolved technical issues to higher-level support teams and coordinate with vendors for issue resolution and follow-up. Configure and manage backup solutions, including Synology backup systems, to ensure data protection and recovery readiness. Design, deploy, and improve IT service delivery processes in alignment with corporate guidelines, SLA requirements, and business objectives. Liaise with clients and Group IT teams to gather requirements, support infrastructure improvements, and proactively maintain reliable IT services. QualificationsBachelor of Computer Engineering or EquivalentCertifications in Cisco & Microsoft Preferred