Break Fix Engineer

Break Fix Engineer

Posted 1 day ago by STK Recruitment

£200 Per day
Outside
Undetermined
Cannock (WS12)

Summary: The Break Fix Engineer role focuses on supporting a laptop refurbishment project by diagnosing hardware faults and performing repairs. The engineer will be responsible for disassembling and reassembling laptops, replacing components, and ensuring devices are fully operational. This position requires a strong understanding of hardware handling and adherence to safety procedures. The role is based in Cannock, Staffordshire, and operates Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Disassemble and reassemble laptops safely and efficiently
  • Replace faulty keyboards, SSDs/HDDs, batteries, and other components
  • Diagnose basic hardware faults
  • Perform functional testing following repairs
  • Maintain accurate repair and asset records
  • Follow ESD and health & safety procedures

Key Skills:

  • Previous experience in laptop repair, refurbishment, or break/fix engineering
  • Confident working with a range of laptop manufacturers
  • Experience replacing keyboards, storage drives, batteries, and other internal components
  • Good attention to detail and ability to work to productivity targets
  • Strong understanding of hardware handling and ESD practices

Salary (Rate): £200 per day

City: Cannock

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job title: Break Fix Engineer - Laptop Hardware Repair

Day rate: £200 per day - Outside IR35 / Limited Company

Location: Cannock, Staffordshire

Start date: ASAP

Standard hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm

Overview

We are seeking experienced Break/Fix Engineers to support a laptop refurbishment project. This role involves diagnosing hardware faults, disassembling laptops, replacing components, and ensuring devices are returned to full working order.

Key Responsibilities

  • Disassemble and reassemble laptops safely and efficiently
  • Replace faulty keyboards, SSDs/HDDs, batteries, and other components
  • Diagnose basic hardware faults
  • Perform functional testing following repairs
  • Maintain accurate repair and asset records
  • Follow ESD and health & safety procedures

Essential Skills

  • Previous experience in laptop repair, refurbishment, or break/fix engineering
  • Confident working with a range of laptop manufacturers
  • Experience replacing keyboards, storage drives, batteries, and other internal components
  • Good attention to detail and ability to work to productivity targets
  • Strong understanding of hardware handling and ESD practices

Desirable Skills

  • Experience with enterprise laptop fleets (Dell, HP, Lenovo)
  • Asset management or imaging experience
  • IT hardware certification(s)