2nd Line Engineer

GK Recruitment; Chorley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT service provider in Chorley is seeking a 2nd Line Engineer to provide proactive and reactive support for their diverse client base. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in a Managed Service Provider setting and must possess strong skills in Windows Server, Microsoft Exchange, and networking. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £28k, alongside benefits including pension and ongoing training.

Benefits

Pension

Parking

On Going Training

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a Managed Service Provider environment.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and manage tickets effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT consultancy services to clients.
• Support clients in a timely manner according to support contracts.
• Monitor and maintain systems and networks.

Skills

2-3 Years’ experience as a 2nd Line Engineer

Windows Server 2012 / 16 / 19

Microsoft Exchange / O365

Active Directory Administration

VMware or Hyper-V

Networking

Back-up and restore procedures

Full UK Driving License

Strong communication skills

Job description

Description

Job Title: 2nd Line Engineer

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £23k-£28k

Location: Chorley

Are you a 2nd Line Engineer looking for a new challenge role? This fast growing IT Support and Managed Services Provider, based in outside of Chorley we are looking for strong 2nd line engineers to join the team.

Great opportunities for growth, and an excellent career path through the company.

As it is an IT Managed Service Provider, there will be lots of opportunities to get hands‑on experience with a lot of different technology.

Our client has a diverse and loyal client‑base spanning many sectors, and are looking to expand the team with an experienced Microsoft‑focused IT professional who can join us in offering affordable, friendly and effective support.

Experience, Knowledge & Skills required

• Min. 2-3 Years’ experience as an 2nd Line Engineer with a Managed Service Provider

Sound knowledge of

• Windows Server 2012 / 16 / 19
• Microsoft Exchange / O365
• Active Directory Administration
• VMware or Hyper‑V
• Working knowledge of DNS / DHCP / Group Policy etc.
• Firewalls
• Networking
• Back‑up and restore procedures
• Full UK Driving License
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, usually over the phone and by email.
• Ability to organise your time and ask for assistance when lack of time is an issue.
• Ability to follow a logical problem solving process.
• Ability to follow the Helpdesk procedures and seek advice when unsure.

Main Duties of the role

As a competent 2nd Line Engineer you will be able to provide IT consultancy services to the full range of clients.

You will effectively support clients as requested in a timely manner in line with the client’s support contracts.

You are required to provide reactive and pro‑active technical support services and incident management for the following types of work :

• Monitoring and maintaining systems and networks
• Installation and configuration of systems
• Diagnosing faults on both hardware and software
• Solving technical and application issues by phone, email or in person
• Walking clients through troubleshooting steps
• Re‑fitting and / or replacing of client hardware
• Supporting updates and / or roll‑outs for client applications (training of users as needed)
• Working to SLA’s
• Prioritising and managing multiple open tickets
• Establishing good working relationships with clients

In return we can offer you an exciting career in a growing company with excellent salary upto £28k base and benefits which includes : Pension, Parking and On Going Training.