IT Specialist

H-E Parts; Stone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established energy company in Birmingham is looking for an IT Specialist to deliver desk-side support to IT users. You will be responsible for diagnosing and resolving IT-related issues, providing user training, managing device inventory, and collaborating with support teams to ensure smooth IT operations. The role requires proven IT experience and logistical support skills. Applicants should be prepared to travel across the UK and Ireland. The position offers a full-time schedule in a non-remote setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within an IT environment and as an Operations Support Specialist.
• Product, System, and Service Support experience is a plus.
• Able to travel across the UK and Ireland when required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and resolves IT-related issues effectively.
• Provides ad-hoc training to users on common IT issues.
• Coordinates logistics for transporting devices between locations.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Data Analysis & Review

Logistical Support

Experience in IT environment

Job description

Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Job ID: R0105128

Date Posted: 2025-09-15

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED

Profession (Job Category): IT, Telecom & Internet

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

Hitachi Energy has an exciting opportunity for an IT Specialist. In your role as an IT Specialist, you will be responsible for delivering Desk Side Support to IT users, specifically handling IT issues that require physical intervention.

Your duties will extend to aiding incident resolution through collaboration with various support teams and groups within the IT department. You will play a critical role, serving as a representative of the IT organization, acting as the interface between the customer and other IT functions.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Diagnoses and resolves IT-related issues effectively and efficiently.
• Ensures that computers are delivered in a 'ready-to-use' condition for IT users.
• Provides ad-hoc training to users on common IT issues and guides them through self-service tools.
• Manages the physical stock of devices and accessories, including updates in the Configuration Management Database (CMDB).
• Conducts regular inventory checks for relevant hardware.
• Coordinates logistics by utilizing local logistics providers to transport and relocate devices between locations.
• Handles warranty cases in collaboration with the appropriate Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) vendors.
• Identifies and reports potential risks that could impact the quality of Operations Service Specialist services.
• Offers support to end users and ensures the functionality of IT equipment and software in meeting rooms and other user collaboration areas as part of desk-side support.
• Hosts and assists third-party technicians.
• Performs routine checks of computer rooms, including monitoring temperature, air conditioning, cabling, and general functionality.
• Adheres to prescribed OSS governance, which involves participating in meetings and following the escalation process, among other responsibilities.

Background / Qualifications

• Proven experience within an IT environment and as an Operations Support Specialist
• Product, System, and Service Support experience
• Good understanding of Data Analysis & Review
• Logistical Support
• Clear communication skills
• Able to travel across the UK and Ireland when required

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