Desktop Support Engineer

Desktop Support Engineer

Posted 4 days ago by LA International Computer Consultants Ltd

£250 Per day
Inside
Onsite
West Midlands, UK

Summary: The Desktop Support Engineer role is a 6-month contract based in the West Midlands, focusing on providing technical support for end-user devices and applications. The position involves assisting users with connectivity issues, troubleshooting, and managing incidents while ensuring quality service delivery. The role requires collaboration with various teams and vendors to resolve technical issues effectively. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and relevant IT experience to succeed in this dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assistance connecting BYOD devices to provisioned Wi-Fi including support for connectivity issues.
  • Support for Frontline workers with technical issues during application setup on mobile devices.
  • EUS onsite support (Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm UK) for app experience rollout.
  • App download and authentication as per documentation shared by the programme.
  • Registration of devices for MFA (Multi-factor authentication).
  • Resolution of authentication issues such as password resets and account unlocking.
  • Application and access issues related to My time based on documentation shared with EUS team.
  • Troubleshoot and raise IT tickets if unable to resolve by existing EUS team.
  • Feedback queries and issues through hyper care queue for resolution and management.
  • Provide support to the wider programme team to update knowledge articles.
  • Manage, respond to, and resolve all End User and related incidents and problems.
  • Installation, configuration, and management of End User Devices and Applications.
  • Responding to and containing IT Security threats and major incidents.
  • Liaising with 3rd party vendors like HP or Dell to resolve issues.
  • Reduction in repeat incidents through effective Problem Management.
  • Assist projects team with technical issues in various IT-related projects.
  • Maintain agreed SLA levels and assure quality of delivery.
  • Able to work in different West Midlands sites.
  • Able to work 24*5 at site.

Key Skills:

  • In-depth experience of Client Operating systems like Windows 10/11 to MCP certification level.
  • Diagnose and resolve problems related to desktops, laptops, printers, and network connectivity.
  • Perform minor repairs and escalate major issues to vendors when necessary.
  • Set up and configure desktops, operating systems, and required applications.
  • Respond to user inquiries and provide guidance on hardware/software usage.
  • Develop training materials and assist users in understanding IT policies.
  • Possess a valid UK driving license for supporting nearby Satellite sites.
  • L1 support for Audio/Video and meeting room equipment.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • ITIL Foundation certified, ideally ITIL Incident/Problem Practitioner.
  • 3 years' experience within a large complex IT department/organisation.
  • Ability to understand the business from a user perspective.
  • Proactively takes responsibility and follows through to resolve issues.
  • Focus on identifying and driving through service improvements and incident reduction.
  • Ability to coordinate incident resolution activity within and across IT teams.
  • Works collaboratively with a range of people to support the wider business agenda.
  • Remains focused on the most critical/impactful tasks using resources efficiently.

Salary (Rate): £250 per day

City: Wolverhampton

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Desktop Support Engineer
6 Month contract initially + Extensions
Based: Onsite in West Midlands (Solihull, Wolverhampton, Gaydon, Whitley)
Rate - £200 - £250 p/d (via Umbrella)

We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a Desktop Support Engineer on a long term program of work.

Key Responsibilities:
This role is located in Wolverhampton and the key responsibilities include:
* Assistance connecting BYOD devices to provisioned Wi-Fi (Office M) including support where users encounter issues connecting to Wi-Fi.
* Support for Frontline workers for technical issues phased during application setup on Mobile device
* EUS onsite support (Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm UK) to assist with the app experience rollout
* App download and authentication as per Documentation shared by programme
* Registration of device as MFA (Multi factor authentication) (Biometrics)
* Resolution of authentication issues such as password resets, account unlocking and raise ticket where it needs to be looked after by another team (Security/Office 365)
* Application and access issues related to My time based on documentation shared with EUS team by Programme
* Troubleshoot and Raising of IT tickets if unable to resolve by existing EUS team.
* Feedback queries and issues through hyper care queue for resolution and management
* Provide support to wider programme team to update knowledge articles with common queries experienced and resolution
* Manage, respond to and resolve all End User and related incidents and problems
* Installation, configuration and management of End User Devices and Applications
* Responding to and containing IT Security threats and major incidents related to End User Devices and Applications
* Liaising with 3rd party Vendors like HP or Dell to resolve the issues
* Reduction in repeat incidents through effective Problem Management (Root Cause Analysis)
* You are also required to work with/assist projects team with technical issues in the initiation, planning and execution phases of different IT related projects to make sure that the projects are delivered in-time and as per expectations
* Maintaining agreed SLA levels and assuring Quality of delivery at all times
* Able to work in different West Midlands (Gaydon, Wolverhampton, Whitley, CB) Sites in UK.
* Able to work 24*5 at site.

Key Skills and Experience:
* In Depth and proven experience of Client Operating systems like Windows 10/11 to MCP certification level
* Diagnose and resolve problems related to desktops, laptops, printers, and network connectivity.
* Perform minor repairs and escalate major issues to vendors when necessary
* Set up and configure desktops, operating systems, and required application
* Respond to user inquiries and provide guidance on hardware/software usage.
* Develop training materials and assist users in understanding IT policies and best practices
* Possess a valid UK driving license as there will be requests to support nearby Satellite sites
* L1 support for Audio/Video and meeting room equipment
* Excellent Communication skills
* ITIL Foundation certified, Ideally ITIL Incident/Problem Practitioner
* 3 year's experience within a large complex IT department/organisation
* Ability to understand the Business from a user perspective. Remains visible to customers as the face of IT to listen to their concerns and share as needed
* Proactively takes responsibility, owns any issues arising and follows through to resolve them (get the required result)
* Has Made customer-oriented decisions and shares great stories of exceptional customer service
* Ensure that problems are logged, investigated, resolved and closed within agreed timescales. Complete data analysis to identify focus points for problem resolution based on customer impacts and documenting RCA's
* Proven focus and ability to Identify and drive through Service Improvements and Incident Reduction
* Proven focus on identifying and documenting User and Service Risks and Issues.
* Ability to co-ordinate incident resolution activity within and across IT teams, to ensure actions are completed within timescales
* Works collaboratively with a range of people to support the wider business agenda
* Always remains focused on the most critical/impactful task to hand using all resources efficiently and effectively.

This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible.

LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.