Desktop Engineer

Flying Colours Consultancy Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Flying Colours Consultancy Limited is seeking an experienced IT support professional to join the team in Reading, at Leighton Park. The role runs Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with daily pay of £120–£140.

You will apply strong Microsoft and Google applications knowledge, manage Windows/macOS desktops, and assist with Windows Server, 365, Azure, and Google Workspace for Education. Basic networking skills are required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a similar IT support role.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft and Google applications.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and macOS desktop operating systems.
• Experience administering Windows Server, 365, and Azure.
• Experience with Google Workspace for Education.
• Experience with Apple hardware (macOS/iOS).
• Basic networking skills: DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, VLAN, wireless.

Skills

2+ years of experience

Microsoft applications

Google applications

Windows/macOS desktop OS

Windows Server/Azure

G Suite for Education

Apple hardware (macOS/iOS)

Networking basics

Tools

Windows Server

Azure

Google Workspace Admin

Job description

Date posted

1 October 2025

Pay

£120.00-£140.00 per day

Location

Leighton Park, Reading

Start Date

Monday, 6th October

Working hours

Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Scope & Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a similar role
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft and Google applications
• Strong knowledge of desktop operating systems (e.g., Windows, macOS)
• Microsoft systems administration experience (Windows Server, 365, Azure)
• Google G Suite for Education experience
• Apple product experience (including hardware, macOS, and iOS)
• Basic networking skills (DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP, VLAN, switching, wireless)