IT Technician

Tharsus; Blyth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking an IT Technician to provide first line support across multiple sites. Responsibilities include installing and configuring IT hardware, troubleshooting issues, and managing IT procurement. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience, relevant IT certification, and be comfortable in manufacturing or engineering environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years in an IT support or technician role.
• Experience in Manufacturing/Engineering environments.
• Exposure to cloud technologies (Azure).

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line IT support across three local sites.
• Manage IT procurement, including ordering of equipment.
• Perform upgrades and repairs on IT hardware/software.

Skills

Installation and configuration of IT hardware

Troubleshooting connectivity issues

Application support for Microsoft 365

User account management in Active Directory

Basic scripting knowledge in Powershell

Basic network troubleshooting skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive and organized

Education

IT-related certification (CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified, ITIL)

Relevant degree in IT

Job description

Purpose of Position

The IT Technician will provide first line support across the business, ensuring smooth operations of IT systems, troubleshooting issues, and assisting with IT infrastructure and software. The role requires experience and, preferably, formal IT qualifications.

The successful candidate will work across three local sites, providing hands on support.

Key Accountabilities

• Installation, configuration and support of IT hardware. Including computers, laptops, mobile devices and peripherals.

• Provide first-line IT support, responding to helpdesk tickets and troubleshooting issues.

• Support business applications, including Microsoft 365 and Windows.

• Perform basic network troubleshooting (Wi‑Fi, connectivity, IP issues).

• Manage user accounts across various IT systems, including Active Directory, and Enttra ID.

• Handle IT onboarding and offboarding processes.

• Perform data backups and restorations as required.

• Upgrade and repair IT hardware/software as needed.

• Manage IT procurement, including ordering of equipment and consumables.

• Support meeting room AV equipment, and other IT peripherals.

Education, Experience & Knowledge

• Minimum 2‑3 years in an IT support or technician role.
• IT‑related certification (CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified, ITIL foundation, etc.) or a relevant degree.

• Experience in Manufacturing/ Engineering environments.

• Basic scripting knowledge (Powershell, Python) for automation.

• Exposure to cloud technologies (Azure).

Core Competencies & Skills

• Installation, configuration and support of desktops, laptops and mobile devices.

• Application support, including Microsoft 365, Windows OS, and other business applications.

• Basic network troubleshooting (connectivity issues, Wi‑Fi problems, etc.).

• User account management in Active Directory and Entra ID.

• IT hardware/software upgrades and repairs.

• Meeting room/AV support, including peripheral set up.

• Use of helpdesk tools to track and manage support requests.

• Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues effectively.

• Strong communication skills and ability to support non‑technical users.

• Proactive, organised, and able to work independently.