IT Engineer
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Job description
- Carry out daily IT checks and routine maintenance, including backups, log reviews, and system health checks
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware and software issues
- Manage and escalate IT incidents and change requests via a service desk system
- Install, configure, and maintain IT hardware and software, ensuring licensing compliance
- Support onboarding and offboarding activities, including user accounts, devices, and workspace moves
- Ensure desktops, laptops, and servers are patched in line with compliance requirements
- Support and deliver IT projects as directed, working with other departments where required
- Liaise with external suppliers and support partners when necessary
- Provide support for business systems, including reporting and data outputs
- Assist with network cabling tasks and infrastructure changes (training provided where required)
- Adhere to IT policies, procedures, and security standards
- Participate in security awareness and compliance training
- Report security incidents and non-conformances in line with internal procedures
- Work within relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks
- Support internal audits, certifications, and compliance initiatives
- Undertake occasional out-of-hours work to support project delivery
Requirements
Do you have experience in Windows?, Do you have a GCSE?, An established and expanding organisation based in the North East is seeking a proactive and technically capable IT Support Engineer to support and enhance its IT infrastructure.
This role offers broad exposure across business-critical systems and projects, making it ideal for a hands-on individual with a passion for technology, strong problem-solving skills, and a desire to contribute to both day-to-day operations and longer-term improvement initiatives.
Candidates with experience supporting IT environments in fast-paced or operational settings are encouraged to apply for an immediate response., * Proven experience in an IT support or IT engineering role
- Strong knowledge of Windows desktop and server operating systems
- Experience with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Group Policy, and network troubleshooting
- Experience installing and supporting servers, including migrations
- Working knowledge of networking and firewall technologies
- Familiarity with virtualisation platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V
- Excellent problem-solving ability with strong attention to detail
- Self-motivated with a proactive and practical approach
- Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
- Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) or able to demonstrate relevant industry experience
- A genuine interest in IT and continuous professional development
- Experience supporting ERP or business-critical systems
- Exposure to operational or manufacturing-style environments
- Awareness of cyber security standards and frameworks
- Experience supporting information security management systems
- Relevant IT certifications (e.g. CompTIA, Microsoft, or equivalent)
Benefits & conditions
- The opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking organisation with a strong focus on technology and continuous improvement
- A long-term, permanent position offering stability and career progression
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Private healthcare and health cash plan
- Company pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Exposure to a wide range of IT systems, technologies, and projects
- Training and development opportunities
- A supportive and collaborative working environment