IT Support Technician

Jungheinrich UK; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics equipment company in Milton Keynes is seeking an IT Support Technician to ensure the smooth operation of IT infrastructure. This role involves providing support for hardware and software issues, managing user accounts, and delivering excellent customer service. Candidates should have hands-on experience with Microsoft systems and strong problem-solving skills. The role offers opportunities for continuous improvement and ongoing career support.

Benefits

Training courses

Ongoing career support

Health benefits

Qualifications

• Hands-on support of Microsoft operating systems (Windows 10/11) and Office 365 applications.
• Troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
• Basic networking knowledge including TCP/IP and DNS.

Responsibilities

• Provide first and second-line support for IT issues.
• Install, configure, and maintain IT systems.
• Manage user accounts and permissions.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written skills

Patience and empathy

Work under own initiative

Strong attention to detail

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Microsoft accreditations (desirable)

Tools

Active Directory

Windows 10/11

Office 365 applications

USU IT ticketing systems

Intune

Job description

Without Jungheinrich, your shopping trolley would probably be empty. Every day, our trucks move millions of goods in logistics centres globally.

Jungheinrich is one of the top three leading companies in the material handling equipment and Intralogistics sectors worldwide – and we are very interested in speaking with you further about your career.

Jungheinrich has evolved from a producer of forklifts to a manufacturing logistics service provider achieving an annual turnover of over £2.5 billion. Today, we employ over 14500 employees, thereof in Europe alone over 800 sales consultants, as well as more than 4200 mobile service engineers, maintain a close-knit network providing quality consulting and comprehensive service.

In short, your role within Jungheinrich will play a crucial part in providing the customer with complete peace of mind in managing their intra-company logistics.

Role Purpose

The IT Support Technician is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the organization’s IT infrastructure by providing first- and second-line technical support to end users.

This role involves building, configuring, and maintaining IT hardware and software, managing user accounts, and troubleshooting technical issues across desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and peripheral equipment.

The technician plays a key role in delivering excellent customer service, minimizing downtime, and supporting business productivity through timely resolution of IT incidents and proactive system maintenance

Role Responsibilities

• Provide first and second-line support for hardware, software, and network issues across desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and peripherals.
• Install, configure, and maintain devices, operating systems, applications, and security tools.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access in line with company policies.
• Diagnose and resolve technical incidents via phone, email, remote tools, or in person.
• Escalate complex issues to senior IT staff or third-party vendors when necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of issues and resolutions in the IT ticketing system in line with defined SLAs.
• Assist with IT asset management, including inventory tracking and lifecycle management.
• Support system upgrades, patching, and proactive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Educate users on best practices for security and efficient use of IT resources.
• Create documentation for known problems and maintain an accurate Knowledge Base
• Track record of project delivery to deadlines (must be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience)
• Imaging, testing, and dispatching of new and existing IT hardware and software
• Proactive engagement and maintaining good working relationships with users to determine issues for rectification
• Engaging with the rest of the IT Team and assisting with their duties as required

In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed, the job holder may be required to perform other duties assigned by the Head of IT.

Role Requirements

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Patience and empathy with end-user requests
• Work under own initiative
• Self-manage own responsibilities and deadlines
• Business centric mind-set
• Strong attention to detail
• Maintain a continuous improvement mindset

Qualifications

• Microsoft accreditations (desirable)

Experience

• Hands‑on support of Microsoft operating systems (Windows 10/11) and Office 365 applications (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive).
• Troubleshooting hardware and software issues across desktops, laptops, and mobile devices.
• Active Directory administration, including user account management and group policies.
• Basic networking knowledge, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and Wi‑Fi troubleshooting.
• Experience with IT ticketing systems (USU desirable)
• Installing and configuring operating systems and applications.
• Understanding of cybersecurity best practices, including phishing awareness and endpoint protection.
• Experience with device imaging and deployment tools (e.g. Intune).
• Experience with Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI (desirable).

Mobility

• Occasional travel to other UK sites.
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Accountability
• Positive and enthusiastic
• Ability to grasp concepts quickly
• Eagerness to acquire new skills
• Logical and analytical thinker

Jungheinrich is an attractive employer and cares about its employees. We offer a wide range of benefits, training courses and on-going career support.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jungheinrich UK Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer which recognises the value of having a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to have a workforce which is representative of all sections of society and therefore will not unlawfully discriminate on the grounds of any protected characteristic including but not limited to sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability, marital status and gender reassignment. We ask you to take the time to complete the details below to help us to understand the characteristics of the candidates we attract and monitor and review our processes to ensure they are supportive of our aims. The data gathered will not be used as part of any decisions on any potential employment with Jungheinrich UK Limited.