Junior IT Engineer – Hardware Refresh Project (Witham, UK)Duration: 8–9 weeks (Starting 2nd June 2025)Day Rate: £125 per day (inside IR35 via umbrella)
About the Project:We are supporting a leading global IT service provider on a hardware refresh project based in Witham, UK. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior-level IT engineer or technician with good organisational skills and knowledge of build processes, looking to gain valuable hands-on experience in a busy technical environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- - Assist with the hardware refresh process, including device preparation, imaging, setup, and basic configuration
- - Follow documented build procedures and checklists to ensure consistency and quality
- - Maintain accurate inventory records, including tracking devices in/out and updating records
- - Collaborate with the local team to ensure timely delivery of tasks against project deadlines
- - Provide clear and professional communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- - Support physical deployment of equipment onsite as needed (lifting, placing, cabling, etc.)
- - Escalate any technical issues or delays promptly to the project lead
Key Skills & Requirements:
- Â Previous experience in a junior IT support or hardware technician role (or strong academic knowledge with some hands-on exposure)
- Â Familiarity with the device build and refresh process (imaging, software installs, testing)
- Â Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel
- Good attention to detail for inventory tracking and documentation
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively within a team
Nice-to-Have:
- Exposure to inventory management tools or asset tracking systems
- Understanding of ITIL processes or service desk environments
- Experience in a fast-paced rollout or deployment project