Service Desk Specialist

About the Role

At Forwood, we don’t just build software, we help some of the world’s largest organisations prevent fatalities and serious incidents. Forwood is a 100% remote global company headquartered in Australia, operating a 24×7 Service Desk to support customers around the world. We are seeking a multilingual Service Desk Specialist based in the UK/Europe who is customer-focused, process-driven, and motivated to develop strong product knowledge. This role requires flexibility in working hours, strong communication skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a structured, team-based support environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide first-line and second-line support for enterprise applications, ensuring timely and effective resolution of customer issues.
  • Monitor and manage incoming tickets through the Service Desk queue, prioritising work in accordance with SLAs and operational requirements.
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve application, system, and access-related issues, escalating to internal teams where required using established escalation processes.
  • Accurately document incidents, requests, investigations, and resolutions to ensure clear handover and continuity across shifts in a 24×7 environment.
  • Follow established Service Desk processes, workflows, and procedures, including shift handovers, testing standards, and escalation guidelines.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with customers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
  • Actively build and maintain product and domain knowledge to improve troubleshooting accuracy and resolution quality.
  • Participate in ongoing training, process improvements, and team initiatives as required.

Required Skills and Experience

  • 1-3 years experience in a Service Desk, Help Desk, or Application Support role, preferably within an enterprise or SaaS environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to read, write, and speak at least one additional language.
  • Experience working in a 24×7 support environment, including shifts that may involve weekends, public holidays, or after-hours work.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritise Service Desk tasks effectively and maintain focus on core support responsibilities.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
  • Ability to follow structured processes and work collaboratively within a team-based support model.
  • Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning complex products and systems.
  • Comfortable working independently in a remote or distributed environment, with strong time management and accountability.
  • Experience supporting enterprise or safety-critical applications.
  • Familiarity with ticketing systems (e.g. Intercom, Jira).
  • Understanding of ITIL principles or service management frameworks.
  • Experience working with global customers across multiple time zones.

This role is a 24×7 Service Desk role requiring flexibility to work rotating shifts, including weekends and after-hours. Work schedules may vary based on operational needs. The role requires adherence to established Service Desk processes to ensure consistent service delivery across all shifts, in a 100% remote environment.


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