2nd Line IT Engineer

MCS Group
Ormskirk, UK
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
£28,500.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory Issue Tracking Systems Windows Servers Networking Basics Cloud Services

Job description

As an IT Engineer, you will handle escalated technical issues from the 1st line and junior engineers, working across desktop, server, network, Microsoft 365, and cloud services. You’ll be expected to resolve complex tickets independently, assist with onboarding and configuration tasks, and contribute to service improvements. This is a hands-on technical role ideal for someone confident in managing varied issues and progressing within a busy MSP environment., Take ownership of escalated service tickets and ensure timely, effective resolution.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across endpoints, servers, cloud, and networking.

  • Manage incidents and service requests within agreed SLAs.

  • Assist with onboarding of new users, sites, and services for existing clients.

  • Provide onsite support where required.

  • Identify and escalate recurring problems or critical issues to senior engineers.

  • Support and mentor junior members of the service desk team.

  • Work closely with the 1st line and project teams to ensure consistent service delivery.

  • Contribute to internal documentation, knowledge base, and technical processes.

  • Deliver clear, helpful updates to clients throughout the ticket lifecycle.

  • Provide guidance and reassurance, ensuring a professional and responsive service.

Requirements

Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a technical support role, ideally in an MSP or similar environment.

  • Strong technical knowledge across Microsoft 365, Windows Server, Active Directory, desktop support, and basic networking.

  • Experience with RMM tools and ticketing systems.

  • Comfortable resolving complex issues independently.

  • Calm under pressure and able to manage. competing priorities.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Certifications such as CompTIA, Microsoft, or networking credentials (desirable but not essential).

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Gym membership
  • Free parking
  • Company pension
  • Private medical insurance
  • Canteen
  • Company events
  • On-site parking, * Canteen
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • Gym membership
  • On-site parking
  • Private medical insurance

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