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# IT Field Support Engineer

- **Company:** Xcede
- **Location:** Carmarthen, UK
- **Salary:** £35,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Antivirus Softwares, BASIC (Programming Language), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Event Logging, Microsoft Servers, Windows Servers, Network Monitoring, Server Administration, Tape Libraries, Information Technology, Data Management
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/it-field-support-engineer/xcede-job108036110

## About the Role

* Basic to intermediate IT knowledge, with a willingness to learn and develop in non-standard environments.
 * Previous experience in IT support, field services, or service desk roles is desirable.
 * Good understanding of core technologies: Windows OS, Windows Server, Networking
 * Capable of prioritising support tickets and managing workload efficiently.
 * Familiarity with break/fix processes and hardware troubleshooting.

## Description

We're looking for an Onsite IT Support Engineer to support a specialist customer across multiple locations. You'll be based at either Carmarthen or Worcester for 3-5 days per week, with travel to other sites for project work and support cover. These may include Warwickshire, Exeter, Bristol, Dorset and Wiltshire. Hotel accommodation is provided where needed., * Travel to other sites to assist colleagues with project work, annual leave cover, and other support needs.

 * Deliver support across Windows 10/11 operating systems, including troubleshooting and event log analysis.
 * Offer software support and limited hardware support, including break/fix and fault finding.
 * Manage Microsoft Server OS tasks such as joiners, leavers, movers, DHCP, DNS, ADDS, and VAMT.
 * Conduct data management activities, including archiving data to tape via tape library systems.
 * Perform BAU (Business As Usual) tasks such as:
 + Antivirus monitoring
 + Network monitoring
 + Storage and capacity management
 + Physical hardware health checks
 + Auditing activities
 * Carry out office moves, hardware installations, and basic server maintenance (Lenovo workstations and Dell servers).
 * Update administrative records and ticketing systems accurately and promptly.
 * Follow written work instructions (SOPs) to complete tasks effectively.
 * Create documentation for key processes for internal and customer use


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