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# Senior Helpdesk Engineer

- **Company:** ecruit
- **Location:** Birchwood, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Backup Devices, Microsoft Online Services, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Windows Servers, Microsoft SharePoint, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtualization Technology, Computer Network Technologies, Firewalls (Computer Science), Microsoft InTune, Performance Monitor, Patch Management
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/senior-help-desk-support-technician/ecruit-job108298249

## About the Role

· Strong experience in 2nd Line IT Support, with exposure to 3rd Line or infrastructure environments.

· Good knowledge of Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams and Entra ID.

· Hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune, device management and endpoint security.

· Solid networking knowledge, including DNS, DHCP, VLANs, firewalls and VPNs.

· Understanding of Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, virtualisation and backups.

· Experience with RMM tools, proactive monitoring and patch management.

· Strong troubleshooting, communication and organisational skills.

The Person

You'll be proactive, dependable and confident taking ownership of technical issues. You'll enjoy supporting colleagues, spotting problems early and improving how the helpdesk operates.

Ready to take the next step towards a technical leadership role?

## Description

We're looking for an experienced Senior Helpdesk Engineer to bridge the gap between 2nd Line Support and Senior Infrastructure Engineers.

You'll take ownership of complex technical issues, support the day-to-day running of the helpdesk and help identify problems before they escalate. It's an ideal opportunity for someone with strong technical skills who enjoys supporting others and is ready to progress towards a technical leadership role., Working closely with the Helpdesk Manager and Senior Infrastructure Engineers, you'll:

· Act as the main technical escalation point for complex 2nd Line issues, supporting 3rd Line investigations.

· Help manage helpdesk priorities, escalations and day-to-day technical operations.

· Monitor infrastructure health, RMM alerts, patching and endpoint compliance.

· Troubleshoot Microsoft 365, Intune, networking, security and infrastructure issues.

· Identify recurring problems and recommend improvements to prevent future incidents.

· Mentor junior engineers and support their technical development.

· Maintain accurate technical documentation and ensure systems remain secure and properly maintained.