IT Engineer (6-Month Contract)

Hope Homecare Services Limited; Epping Forest; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm in Waltham Abbey is seeking an IT Engineer for a 6-month contract. The role involves configuring and maintaining recruitment software to ensure smooth operations. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in IT engineering and strong troubleshooting skills. This position offers a competitive day rate and the opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a high-impact project.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an IT Engineer, Software Developer, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment software.
• Experience with software configuration and customisation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Configure and integrate recruitment software.
• Troubleshoot software issues with minimal disruption.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements.
• Document system configurations for future reference.
• Monitor software performance and recommend improvements.

Skills

Troubleshooting software issues

Software configuration

Collaboration

Technical support

Problem-solving

Tools

Recruitment software

Job description

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Waltham Abbey, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive IT Engineer for a 6-month contract to assist in the development and configuration of recruitment software used daily by our internal teams. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance of key software used in our recruitment processes. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that the system is optimised and running smoothly to meet the business's needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure, customise, and integrate recruitment software to meet business requirements.
• Build and implement new features or enhancements to improve functionality and user experience.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., recruitment team, HR) to gather requirements and ensure software meets business objectives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any software issues or bugs, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
• Provide technical support and training to users of the recruitment software.
• Ensure software configurations and data handling adhere to security and compliance standards.
• Monitor software performance, conduct regular system checks, and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Assist with any data migration or system updates as needed during the contract period.
• Document system configurations, changes, and troubleshooting steps for future reference.

Requirements:

Proven experience as an IT Engineer, Software Developer, or in a similar technical role.

Strong knowledge of recruitment software, such as [list specific software tools used, if any].

Experience with software configuration, customisation, and integration.

Proficiency in troubleshooting software issues and resolving technical challenges.

Familiarity with database management, APIs, and system integration.

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams.

Ability to work independently and manage time effectively within a contract timeframe.

Experience working within the HR or recruitment sector is a plus.

Competitive day rate based on experience.

Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team.

A chance to contribute to a high-impact project with direct visibility within the business.

Flexible working arrangements (if applicable).