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3rd Line IT Service Desk Engineer, GET STAFFED ONLINE RECRUITMENT LIMITED

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Winchester

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

10 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled 3rd Line IT Service Desk Engineer to join a vibrant team in a fast-paced environment. This role offers the chance to provide advanced technical support, mentor junior engineers, and engage in problem management and change management. With a focus on professional growth, the company provides tailored training and a supportive atmosphere. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible health plans, and a range of benefits, including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and an active social committee. If you're ready to make a real impact, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Training opportunities

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Flexi health plan cover

IT purchasing scheme

Company pension

Social Committee events

Free breakfast

Pool table

Qualifications

  • Experience in Microsoft Windows desktop/server support and configuration.
  • Strong knowledge of Active Directory and networking principles.

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert-level technical support for complex issues.
  • Take ownership of escalated incidents and ensure timely resolution.
  • Mentor junior engineers and support staff in technical skills.

Skills

Microsoft Windows

Active Directory

Networking Skills

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Problem-solving

Team Collaboration

Self-motivation

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Cisco Routers

Citrix

Microsoft Exchange

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft Intune

SSL Certificates

Job description

3rd Line IT Service Desk Engineer
Whiteley
Full Time, Permanent

Are you an experienced IT professional looking for your next challenge? Our client is on the lookout for a talented 3rd Line IT Engineer to join their growing vibrant and collaborative Service Desk team. You’ll be working alongside a close-knit group of four skilled engineers who are passionate about delivering exceptional support and solving problems together and independently.

As a member of the team, you’ll have the opportunity to mentor and guide junior engineers, helping them grow while making a real impact on the team’s success. They’re all about fostering a supportive environment, and they fully invest in your growth with tailored training, progression plans, and plenty of opportunities to advance your career.

While you’ll be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, they’re committed to giving you the tools and support you need to thrive. As part of the role, there is an on-call rotation once a month.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a place that values your growth and development, they’d love to hear from you!

Benefits of working for our client:

  • A competitive salary
  • Training opportunities set out with a clear training structure
  • Progressive working environment with access to voice your opinions to decision makers
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Your birthday off
  • Flexi health plan cover and access to a range of Health Benefits
  • IT purchasing scheme
  • Company pension
  • An active Social Committee who plan monthly competitions and events
  • A brilliant breakout room with free breakfast and a pool table

Duties and responsibilities of their 3rd Line IT Service Desk Engineer:

  • Advanced Technical Support: Provide expert-level technical support to address complex issues escalated from lower tiers (1st and 2nd line support). This may involve troubleshooting hardware, software, and network-related problems.
  • Incident Management: Take ownership of escalated incidents, ensuring they are resolved efficiently and effectively within agreed-upon service level agreements.
  • Problem Management: Identify underlying root causes of recurring incidents and implement long-term solutions to prevent their recurrence. Conduct thorough root cause analysis and document findings for future reference.
  • Change Management: Assess and implement changes to IT systems and infrastructure, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
  • Technical Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation.
  • Customer Support: Interface with external vendors and third-party service providers to resolve technical issues and procure necessary hardware or software.
  • Training and Mentoring: Provide guidance and support to junior engineers and support staff.
  • On Call: There is an expectation to be on call once a month.

Your previous experience:

  • Microsoft Windows desktop and server configuration and support experience
  • Microsoft Exchange On Prem and Online configuration and support experience
  • Terminal server environment configuration and support experience (Citrix, AVD, RDS)
  • Active Directory configuration and administration
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of Group Policy
  • Strong general networking skills (CLI, Subnetting, NAT)
  • Good understanding of DNS
  • Router configuration and support experience (Cisco, HP, Draytek)
  • Firewall configuration and support experience (Watchguard, SonicWALL)
  • HP ProLiant & Dell PowerEdge Server Hardware support experience
  • VMware & Hyper V support experience (VCP an advantage)
  • Storage technologies (NAS, NetApps, Synology)
  • Strong understanding of Office 365
  • Strong understanding of Microsoft Azure
  • Strong understanding of Microsoft Intune
  • Strong understanding of SSL Certificates

Essential Skills:

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Organisational skills
  • Results driven with a proven track record
  • Team player
  • Self-motivated and proactive
  • Ability to be resilient and to work under pressure

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