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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Applications Support Engineer (IT) - **Company:** INEOS group - **Location:** Grangemouth, UK - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, ASP.NET, JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Vbscript, Microsoft Windows, Apache Tomcat, Server Applications, Software Applications, Application Performance Management, User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, Oracle WebLogic Server, Client Server Models, Cyber Security, Databases, Document Management Systems, Domain Name System (DNS), IBM Websphere Application Server, Internet Information Services (IIS), WildFly (JBoss AS), Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle (Applications), Windows PowerShell, Power BI, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft SharePoint, PL-SQL, SQL Databases, SQL Server Reporting Services, Transact-SQL, Web Applications, Software Licensing, Apex Code, Qliksense, Transport Layer Security, Cloud Platform System, Microsoft Power Automate, Snowflake, Sap Business Objects, Vba Programming Language, Qlikview, Tools for Reporting, Software Coding, Powerapps, BIRT Reporting - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.ineosopportunities.co.uk/job/applications-support-engineer-(it)-1927/apply.aspx ## About the Role * Bachelor or Master in a technical, business or IT discipline or equivalent experience. * Self-starter, with strong team-working, influencing, communication and other interpersonal skills. * Be proficient with supporting and troubleshooting desktop applications hosted in a Windows environment. * Experience in supporting enterprise client server and web based applications in a Windows environment. * Have prior experience in the installation, testing and support of bespoke developed & 3rd party purchased software applications. * Be able to provide support for small sized projects tasks to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget and meet the stated business requirements. * Create and maintain support documentation & standard operating procedures to ensure that they are up to date and conform to requirements. * Have the ability to organise and prioritise requests/incidents. * Be able to work to and maintain IT processes & standards, including IT change management. * Be able to undertake remote support as a member of the IT Apps Team On Call rota. Desired: * Experience in the Oil and Gas sector. * Coding skills using languages such as VBScript, VBA, JavaScript, PowerShell and MS-DOS. * An awareness and understanding of software licensing agreement maintenance. * Experience of IT service management tools. * Working knowledge of one or more of ASP, .NET, Apex and MS Access. * Working knowledge of web and application servers including Microsoft IIS, Oracle WebLogic, IBM WebSphere, Apache Tomcat, and JBoss. * An understanding of networking to troubleshoot connectivity issues affecting application performance (DNS, proxy, SSL). * Experience of supporting document management systems such as SharePoint Online and Alfresco. * Familiar with developing SharePoint solutions using the SharePoint Framework, with experience in Power Apps, Power Automate and Power BI. * An understanding of MS Azure, secure authentication via Azure AD, Azure DevOps and ADF pipelines. * Experience with Snowflake or other cloud computing platforms. * Experience of business intelligence, visualisation and reporting tools such as Business Objects, QlikView, QlikSense, Birt, SSRS and Power BI. * Familiarity of databases such as Oracle (11g and above) and SQL Server (2014 and above) and database programming languages such as SQL, PL/SQL and T-SQL. ## Description A highly skilled and experienced IT professional is required to join our team to provide technical expertise in supporting and maintaining business-critical applications across multiple INEOS businesses. This position provides implementation, maintenance and troubleshooting for a diverse range of business applications, from desktop client software through to large-scale enterprise systems, operating across a wide variety of technologies within a Microsoft Windows environment The successful candidate will help to ensure application stability, security, and performance while driving continuous improvement to meet agreed Service Level Agreements and business objectives, safeguarding systems against cyber threats and ensuring compliance with digital security and legislative requirements. You will also play a key role in managing incidents and contributing to projects that enhance application reliability and business continuity. Key accountabilities * Implement and sustain IT applications systems and services to achieve business goals for availability, reliability, security, functionality and cost while meeting the growing needs for digital security and legislative compliance to meet Service Level Agreements (SLA). * Define / develop, test & implement both in-house developed & third-party applications to meet business defined requirements and ensuring they comply with best practice and group Cyber Security standards. * Regular review and prioritisation of incoming support issues to ensure resolution within a timely manner. * Actively assist in the management and resolution of any unplanned application outages. * To create & maintain IT Applications Team support documentation & technical standards procedures to ensure continuity of IT services. * To implement continuous service improvement initiatives as directed by IT Applications Team Lead. * To participate in IT Applications Team projects ensuring that they are delivered on time, on budget and meet the stated business requirements. 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