Computer Repair & Laptop Repair Technician - £35,000 a year - UK Visa Sponsorship Available

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Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship

Paid annual leave 28 days

Career progression

Training & development

Casual dress

On-site Leicester

Job summary

Apple Repairs Leicester is seeking a Computer Repair & Laptop Repair Technician to diagnose, repair and refurbish laptops and desktops at our Leicester workshop. Your role covers hardware upgrades, BIOS updates, quality checks, and safe handling of customer equipment, with a Monday–Friday 37.5-hour schedule and visa sponsorship as part of the package.

We value accuracy, attention to detail and a collaborative team environment, offering a clear progression path within a busy on-site repair

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of experience in a similar computer repair role.
• Diagnosing and repairing laptops and desktop computers.
• Experience replacing laptop screens, keyboards and other hardware components.
• Cosmetic refurbishment experience desirable; willing to learn.
• Familiarity with computer hardware from different manufacturers.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent manual dexterity, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to health and safety, data security and customer confidentiality.
• Willingness to complete company training.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults in laptops and desktop computers.
• Repair, replace and upgrade hardware components, including screens, keyboards, batteries, memory, storage drives, fans and touchpads.
• Replace laptop screens and keyboards accurately.
• Update BIOS and firmware, install software updates and reinstall operating systems.
• Test and retest repaired devices to ensure they function correctly.
• Inspect equipment for physical damage and assess its suitability for refurbishment.
• Repair cosmetic damage to computer casings where possible.
• Clean equipment and remove stickers, labels and adhesive residue.
• Apply vinyl coverings and cosmetic finishes to laptop lids, palm rests and keyboards.
• Perform quality-control checks and grade refurbished equipment for resale.
• Handle customer equipment carefully and follow data-security procedures.
• Meet productivity targets and key performance indicators (KPIs) while maintaining quality.
• Follow company procedures, health and safety requirements and security policies.
• Complete relevant training and communicate professionally with colleagues and customers.

Skills

Diagnosing faults

Laptop repair

Desktop repair

Hardware replacement

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Data security awareness

Independent work

Tools

BIOS updates

Firmware updates

Diagnostic software

Job description

Job title: Computer Repair & Laptop Repair Technician.
Employer: Apple Repairs Leicester.
Location: 2B Spinney Hill Road, Leicester, LE1 3GG, UK.
Salary: £35,000 per year.
Employment type: Permanent, full-time.
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week.
Work arrangement: The advert labels the job as remote in some sections, but the full job description repeatedly states that it is on-site in Leicester.
Visa sponsorship: UK visa sponsorship is listed as a benefit.
Main purpose: Diagnose, repair, upgrade, clean and cosmetically refurbish laptops and desktop computers, ensuring they function correctly and meet quality standards before resale.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults in laptops and desktop computers.
• Repair, replace and upgrade hardware components, including screens, keyboards, batteries, memory, storage drives, fans and touchpads.
• Replace laptop screens and keyboards accurately.
• Update BIOS and firmware, install software updates and reinstall operating systems.
• Test and retest repaired devices to ensure they function correctly.
• Inspect equipment for physical damage and assess its suitability for refurbishment.
• Repair cosmetic damage to computer casings where possible.
• Clean equipment and remove stickers, labels and adhesive residue.
• Apply vinyl coverings and cosmetic finishes to laptop lids, palm rests and keyboards.
• Perform quality-control checks and grade refurbished equipment for resale.
• Handle customer equipment carefully and follow data-security procedures.
• Meet productivity targets and key performance indicators (KPIs) while maintaining quality.
• Follow company procedures, health and safety requirements and security policies.
• Complete relevant training and communicate professionally with colleagues and customers.

Requirements

• At least 12 months of experience in a similar computer repair role.
• Demonstrable skills in diagnosing and repairing laptops and desktop computers.
• Practical experience replacing laptop screens, keyboards and other hardware components.
• Experience in cosmetic refurbishment is desirable; candidates with good hardware knowledge who are willing to learn may also be considered.
• Familiarity with computer hardware from different manufacturers.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent manual dexterity, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively and collaborate with a team.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and documented procedures.Commitment to health and safety, data security and customer confidentiality.
• Willingness to complete company training.

Benefits

• UK visa sponsorship is advertised.
• Annual salary of £35,000.
• 28 days of paid annual leave per year.
• Company benefits and a flexible benefits package.
• Casual dress.
• Permanent, full-time employment.
• Monday-to-Friday schedule.
• Training and continuous professional development.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.