EUC Service Desk Engineer

Bytes Software Services; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Technical Service Desk Engineer to enhance user IT experiences and support team members. In this role, you will be the friendly point of contact for colleagues, ensuring minimal disruption and a seamless IT experience. You will engage in logging service requests, documenting processes, and collaborating with wider IT teams. This position offers a vibrant work culture, continuous professional development opportunities, and a chance to contribute to an inclusive environment that values diversity. Join a company that prioritizes employee wellbeing and career growth, making a real impact in the tech landscape.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

On-site gym

Outdoor tiki bar

Coffee bar

Lunch area

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted private healthcare

Incentive trips

Sports and social clubs

Company wellbeing events

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical support or service desk role.
• Knowledge of Windows and Mac operating systems.
• Familiarity with network troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support for all users, both on-site and remote.
• Log and triage incident tickets, capturing detailed information.
• Support and coach newer team members.

Skills

Technical Support

Problem-Solving

Communication

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

CompTIA A+

Network+

ITIL Certification

Tools

FreshService

SCCM

Azure

VMWare

SQL

Job description

Bytes is a top provider of premium IT solutions and services, working with SMEs, corporations, and public sector organizations to modernize and digitally transform their IT infrastructures. Founded in 1982, Bytes has experienced significant growth, now employing over 750 people across seven locations in the UK and Ireland, with a turnover surpassing £2 billion.

At Bytes, we nurture talented individuals to achieve remarkable outcomes and are dedicated to supporting our employees through continuous training, guidance, and development to help you advance and fulfil your career goals. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, recognition and inclusivity and offer a wide range of benefits to support staff wellbeing.

• Operating from modern, hybrid working environments with offices in Leatherhead, Reading, London and Manchester
• 25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays and Christmas period
• Excellent learning and development opportunities
• Open plan office with collaborative working spaces, on-site gym, outdoor tiki bar, coffee bar, and lunch area
• Company wellbeing and social events
• Sports and social clubs
• Incentive trips
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted private healthcare
• EV scheme and Ride to Work scheme
• Winners of an array of industry awards
• Great Place to Work Certified
• Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work
• Supporters of 85+ charities with strong commitment to diversity and sustainability

POSITION DETAILS:

Position Title:

Position Title:

Service Desk Engineer

Reports to (POSITION):

Reports to (POSITION):

Service Desk Team Lead

Team:

Team:

Service Desk

Department:

Department:

IT Support

PURPOSE OF JOB:

As a Technical Service Desk Engineer, you will provide high-quality support and be a point of escalation for the Bytes Software Services functions and its staff. You will deliver essential business support for all users, both on-site and at remote locations, with minimal disruption to their working environment, while improving users' IT experience and Bytes Software Services Systems. Additionally, you will support and coach newer team members, contributing to the overall success of the team and service delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be a friendly and supportive point of contact for all Bytes colleagues seeking support.
• Support users through logging Service Requests via the Customer Portal or navigating ‘self-help’ information via SharePoint sites.
• Log and triage all incident tickets, capturing detailed information to support investigations.
• Use the online service desk to handle support calls.
• Document processes and reference guides.
• Support wider IT teams in the delivery of projects where applicable.
• Use SCCM, Azure, Cloud Services, VMWare, NetApp, and SQL applications.
• Provide a professional and high-quality interface between systems support and its customers, ensuring customers feel assured they will be helped.
• Have good knowledge of FreshService and its configuration features.
• Be a strong and demonstrable supportive team player.
• Provide support on projects and changes across the wider IT team.
• Have a good understanding of Bytes hardware builds (laptops and desktops via Microsoft SCCM).
• Understand and work with Windows Server environments.
• Maintain systems support information and documentation for both end users and within the team.
• Provide support and cover to the Service Desk Team Lead.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

Qualifications

• Operating Systems – Windows 11, Windows 2016/2019/2022
• Client Applications – Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams
• Hardware – First Level PC maintenance (replacing memory, hard disks, graphics cards)
• Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or ITIL.
• Experience with service desk software and remote support tools.
• Knowledge of cloud services and virtualisation technologies.

ESSENTIAL

ESSENTIAL

ESSENTIAL

ESSENTIAL

ESSENTIAL

ESSENTIAL

Additional Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a technical support or service desk role.
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Mac operating systems.
• Familiarity with network troubleshooting and basic network concepts.
• Experience with specific software such as Microsoft Office Suite, Active Directory, and remote support tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Positive attitude towards problem-solving and learning new technologies.
• Adaptable and flexible in an ever-evolving environment.
• Customer-focused and driven to resolve incidents and requests accurately and promptly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

DESIRABLE

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DESIRABLE

DESIRABLE

ESSENTIAL ESSENTIAL

ESSENTIAL ESSENTIAL

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Qualities

• Articulate, literate, presentable, customer facing & technically astute.
• Self-motivated enthusiastic and willing to learn.
• Punctuality & good time keeping are essential.
• Team Player

ESSENTIAL

ESSENTIAL

ESSENTIAL

ESSENTIAL

ESSENTIAL

Working Hours and Benefits

Working Hours:

The EUC support team covers business hours from 08:00 to 17:30, Monday to Friday.

Diversity and Inclusion:At Bytes Technology Group, we believe that diversity and inclusion are key to fostering innovation and creativity. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their background, identity, or beliefs. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all employees.

Company Culture:At Bytes Technology Group, we live by our motto, "Grow great people." We believe in investing in our colleagues and supporting their individual career journeys. Our culture is built on continuous learning, collaboration, and the personal and professional growth of our team members.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.