IT Technician - 6 Month FTC

Mackley
Upper Beeding, United Kingdom
5 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Compensation
£ 41K

Job location

Remote
Upper Beeding, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows
Android
Business Software
Computer Security
IP Addressing
Laptops

Job description

User support and service delivery

  • Handle daily support tickets covering hardware, software and user queries
  • Work independently to diagnose and resolve issues escalating to the parent company, software vendor or in-house subject matter expert where required
  • Prioritise workload effectively and communicate clearly with users including setting expectations and saying "no" or "not yet" when appropriate
  • Provide friendly customer focused support both in person and remotely
  • Produce clear documentation, internal "how to guides" and configuration notes and keep records up to date
  • Provide occasional user training where reasonable

Operational management of IT equipment

  • Build and configure Windows laptops using the approved image
  • Support and manage Android smartphones using the company MDM
  • Maintain inventory of devices, SIM cards and spare equipment
  • Support onboarding and leaver processes by preparing equipment accounts access and documentation
  • Maintain local office technology including copiers, badge printers, meeting room AV equipment and door entry systems
  • Assist with procurement of equipment under the direction of the manager
  • Help maintain and improve the helpdesk processes

Construction site and field support

  • Support the setup of approximately five temporary site offices each year including connectivity using Starlink units preparing laptops, printers and mobile devices and working with third party installers when needed.
  • Travel to other offices or sites as required, usually around once per month
  • Lift and move equipment, set up desk equipment and occasionally work at height using a ladder
  • Maintain a small stock of spare kit ready for rapid deployment

Security and compliance

  • Follow the parent company, policies, processes and technical standards
  • Carry out regular audits to ensure access and permissions remain appropriate
  • Lead by example by completing cyber security learning on time, reporting health and safety concerns and following all protocols

Work environment and expectations

  • Office based with occasional working from home where appropriate
  • Occasional early starts or late finishes may be required but no routine out of hours work
  • Travel required around once per month

Requirements

  • Experience in a first- or second-line IT support role
  • Good understanding of networking including IP addressing, patching, connectivity and working with network specialists
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently
  • Experience with Windows laptops, Microsoft 365, Android devices and common business applications
  • Confident documenting systems, writing clear instructions and recording configuration details
  • Good customer service skills with the ability to communicate proactively and clearly
  • Comfortable managing priorities and setting expectations with users
  • Works well in a small team and can support colleagues when needed

Other requirements

  • Full driving license

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