Desktop Engineer

Desktop Engineer

A leading consultancy is seeking a Desktop Engineer. Starting ASAP, paying between 27-31k base annum. This role would also require you to undergo SC Clearance and requires you to be on site 5 days a week at the client's site at Barrow-inFurness.

Your role:

• Take ownership of 2nd line support responsibilities, resolving incidents within SLA and contributing to a target of fewer than 2% incidents per month.
• Complete assigned tasks within agreed timeframes, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Carry out NSR (Non-Standard Request) tasks within agreed timelines.
• Collaborate with Level 3 teams to escalate and resolve major technical issues.
• Install and configure software and hardware, and troubleshoot technical issues across laptops, desktops, networks, printers, and more.
• Requirement to drive company vehicles to deliver IT equipment and provide hands-on support. We'll work with you to accommodate any accessibility or personal needs.

Your skills and experience:

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows OS (Windows 10 & 7), including build, configuration, and registry settings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a basic understanding of SCCM and Active Directory.
• Familiarity with IT service models and ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow).
• Understanding of network technologies including LAN/WAN/vLAN, Wi-Fi, DHCP, DNS/WINS, PXE, and VPN/remote connectivity.
• Experience with computer peripherals such as printers (including MFDs), docking stations, display screens, and scanners.
• Exposure to Microsoft Exchange environments and experience with LTSC Channels and KIOSK setups is a plus.

Your security clearance:

To be successfully appointed to this role, it is a requirement to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance.
To obtain SC clearance, the successful applicant must have resided continuously within the United Kingdom for the last 5 years, along with other criteria and requirements.
Throughout the recruitment process, you will be asked questions about your security clearance eligibility such as, but not limited to, country of residence and nationality.
Some posts are restricted to sole UK Nationals for security reasons; therefore, you may be asked about your citizenship in the application process.