1St Line Service Desk Engineer

Air It; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Annual leave purchase scheme

Paid volunteering days

Enhanced family leave

Virtual GP 24/7

Employee assistance programme

Eye care vouchers

Group life assurance & income...

Recognition platform

Mortgage advice services

EV car scheme

Cycle to work

Technology vouchers

Job summary

Air IT Group is seeking a proactive 1st Line Service Desk Engineer in Milton Keynes. You will be the first point of contact for customers, logging incidents, triaging issues, and providing clear, empathetic support to help users get back to work quickly.

You’ll log and prioritise requests, troubleshoot using KBs, and escalate with context to ensure faster resolution. This role suits someone early in their IT journey who wants growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a service desk or helpdesk environment or hands-on learning in IT support.
• Confident using a ticketing system and prioritising by impact and urgency.
• Practical understanding of Windows OS and common user issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line support to end users by phone, email, or ticketing system.
• Log, categorise and prioritise incidents and service requests accurately.
• Triage and troubleshoot using standard processes and knowledgeBase.
• Escalate with context to higher-level teams when needed.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Clear communication

Problem solving

Windows knowledge

Microsoft 365 knowledge

Tools

Ticketing system

Job description

1st Line Service Desk Engineer (Milton Keynes)

Do you enjoy being the first point of contact for customers when technology isn’t playing nicely? Are you the sort of person who calms things down, asks the right questions, and helps users get back to work quickly? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

As a 1st Line Service Desk Engineer at Air IT Group, you’ll be at the centre of our customer experience—logging incidents and service requests, triaging issues, troubleshooting with confidence, and escalating cases when needed. This role is ideal if you’re early in your IT journey (or already comfortable in a service desk environment) and you want to grow your skills in a supportive, professional environment.

What you’ll be doing

Every day is different in the service desk, and you’ll be responsible for delivering a smooth, responsive experience for users across the UK. Your work will help set the tone for “technology made simple”.

• Provide first-line support to end users by phone, email, and/or ticketing system—working through problems with clarity and patience.
• Log, categorise, and prioritise incidents and service requests accurately, ensuring the right information is captured from the start.
• Triage and troubleshoot using standard processes, knowledge base articles, and your growing technical toolkit.
• Escalate effectively when required, sharing relevant context so higher-level teams can resolve issues faster.
• Maintain high customer service throughout—keeping users informed, setting expectations, and aiming for resolution first time where possible.
• Support routine requests such as password resets, account access queries, device support, and basic configuration checks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by updating knowledge base documentation, suggesting fixes to common issues, and helping improve our service workflows.
• Meet service desk targets for response times, ticket quality, and customer satisfaction—without losing sight of what matters: people.

Who you are

We’re looking for someone who combines good technical problem-solving with excellent communication. You don’t need to know everything on day one—what matters is your approach, your willingness to learn, and your drive to deliver.

• Experience in a service desk / helpdesk environment (or strong hands‑on learning from an IT support role, placement, or personal projects).
• Confidence using a ticketing system and prioritising work based on impact and urgency.
• A practical understanding of Windows and common user issues (accounts, access, troubleshooting basics).
• Good working knowledge of Office 365 / Microsoft 365 at user level (e.g., password resets, access permissions, basic troubleshooting).
• You communicate clearly with non‑technical users—friendly, calm, and solution‑focused.
• You take ownership: you don’t “pass the problem on” without context, and you follow through until the next step is clear.
• You’re motivated to learn, ask questions, and build towards additional qualifications over time.

What success looks like in this role

In your first weeks and months, you’ll settle into the rhythm of the desk and develop a strong understanding of our customers, processes, and technologies. Success means:

• Tickets are logged accurately with enough detail for efficient resolution and escalation.
• You demonstrate consistent troubleshooting and good judgment when deciding next steps.
• Customers feel supported—regular updates, professional communication, and respectful handling of urgency.
• You actively contribute to knowledge base improvements, reducing repeat issues for everyone.

Development you can genuinely build on

This is a role designed for growth. We’ll help you strengthen the fundamentals of IT support and service desk practice, and we’ll support your next step with technical training and ongoing learning. Whether you’re aiming to deepen your Microsoft knowledge, sharpen your troubleshooting skills, or work towards professional qualifications, you’ll have a clear path to progress.

Life at Air (and beyond the tickets)

We believe great support is more than fixing issues—it’s also about the culture behind the scenes. You’ll join a welcoming community where colleagues share ideas, look out for each other, and celebrate wins. You’ll also get the opportunity to get involved in regular social events and inclusive activities that help build connections across the business.

The Benefits

Joining Air IT Group means unlocking a world of perks and opportunities, including:

Time Off & Life Balance

• 25 days Annual Leave + 1 Celebration Day
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Paid Volunteering Days
• Enhanced Family Leave

Health & Wellbeing

• Virtual GP (24/7 access for you & family)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Eye care vouchers
• Group Life Assurance & Income Protection

Financial & Lifestyle Perks

• Reward Gateway shopping discounts and cashback
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Recognition Platform (with monetary rewards)
• Mortgage Advice Services

Optional Benefits (Opt‑In)

• EV Car Scheme
• Cycle to Work
• Technology Vouchers

Additional Highlights

• Development: We invest in technical training, professional qualifications, and ongoing development opportunities to help you build your skills and achieve your goals.
• Life at Air: Beyond your role, you’ll be part of a welcoming and active employee community, with regular social events, inclusive activities, and celebrations that bring colleagues together and make Air a great place to work.

Ready to be the calm in the chaos?

If you’re excited by the idea of helping people solve real-world IT issues, learning from experienced colleagues, and building a rewarding career in managed services, this could be your next step.

No Agencies Please

Air IT Group manages recruitment directly for the majority of our vacancies. While we work with a select group of approved partners when needed, we kindly ask that agencies do not contact us regarding this role or submit unsolicited CVs. Any CVs submitted without a prior agreement will not be considered, and no fees will be payable. Should we require agency support, we will reach out directly.

Details

Type

Permanent - Full Time

Location

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Job Function

Service