Deployment Engineer

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd is seeking a VDI Deployment Engineer for ad-hoc weekend deployments, with work on Friday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays as required. The role focuses on deploying and configuring VDI environments, installing desktops, monitors, peripherals and workstations to support fast-paced weekend projects.

You will follow deployment plans, document progress, perform device swaps and provide first-line user support during deployments.

Qualifications

• Experience in desktop, VDI or hardware deployment projects.
• Strong PC, laptop, and peripheral installation knowledge.
• Experience with workstation builds and user migrations.
• Familiarity with asset management and documentation.
• Good troubleshooting and customer-focused approach.
• Ability to follow detailed technical documentation accurately.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Able to work independently and in a deployment team.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure Virtual Desktop Infrastructure environments.
• Install and set up desktop hardware, monitors, peripherals, and workstations.
• Perform device swaps and workstation replacements.
• Maintain asset management records and deployment progress updates.
• Deliver basic troubleshooting and first-line user support during deployments.
• Follow deployment plans, technical docs and SOPs.
• Escalate issues when needed while keeping schedules.
• Ensure work is completed to a high standard within timelines.

Skills

Desktop deployment

VDI knowledge

Hardware deployment

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Independent / team work

Tools

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

SCCM/Intune

Job description

Job Description

VDI Deployment Engineer (Weekend Contract)

Contract: Ad-hoc Weekend ContractWorking Hours: Friday Evening, Saturday & Sunday (as required)

We are seeking a VDI Deployment Engineer to support a series of planned weekend deployment projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and hands‑on engineer who enjoys working in fast‑paced deployment environments.

The role will be carried out over several ad‑hoc weekends, with work taking place on Friday evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments.
• Install and set up desktop hardware, monitors, peripherals, and workstations.
• Perform device swaps and workstation replacements.
• Maintain accurate asset management records and provide deployment progress updates.
• Deliver basic troubleshooting and first-line user support during deployments.
• Follow deployment plans, technical documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Escalate technical issues where appropriate while ensuring deployment schedules are maintained.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and within agreed project timelines.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in desktop, VDI, or hardware deployment projects.
• Strong knowledge of PC, laptop, and peripheral installation.
• Experience with workstation builds, device refreshes, and user migrations.
• Familiarity with asset management processes and documentation.
• Good troubleshooting skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Ability to follow detailed technical documentation accurately.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a deployment team.

Desirable

• Experience with enterprise Windows environments.
• Previous experience supporting large-scale hardware refresh or migration projects.
• Knowledge of Active Directory, Microsoft 365, or SCCM/Intune is advantageous.