Line Service Desk Technician

Hunter Selection
Swindon, United Kingdom
6 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior
Compensation
£ 28K

Job location

Swindon, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Active Directory
Issue Tracking Systems
Microsoft Office
Networking Basics
User Administration

Job description

Are you looking to break into IT and take that first real step in your support career? I'm working with an organisation that's bringing in a 1st Line Service Desk Engineer to act as the first point of contact for all internal tech issues. If you like troubleshooting, helping people, and want a role where you can learn fast and progress, this is a great place to build your foundations.

Roles/Responsibilities:

  • Act as the first point of contact for all user IT queries
  • Diagnose and resolve common issues across desktops, laptops, software and peripherals
  • Pass on more complex or long-running issues to the 2nd Line function
  • Contribute to internal documentation and "how-to" guidance
  • Support account setups, permissions, device preparation, and other onboarding tasks
  • Follow established IT processes to ensure smooth day-to-day operations

Requirements

  • Around 1-2 years' experience in a customer-facing IT support or service desk role
  • Confident working with Windows, Office 365, Active Directory and basic networking principles
  • Experience using any recognised ticketing system
  • Comfortable speaking with users at all levels and explaining fixes clearly
  • Strong attention to detail and a methodical, organised approach
  • CompTIA A+, Network+ or similar qualifications are beneficial

Nice to Have:

  • Awareness of basic networking concepts
  • Previous exposure to user management or permissions
  • A willingness to learn, develop and take on new challenges

About the company

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

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