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The Marine Biological Association; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Marine Biological Association is seeking an IT Support Technician to provide front-line IT assistance to staff, deploy equipment, and administer the SharePoint Intranet. The role covers user account management, access card issuance, and collaboration with the IT team to improve support processes.

The successful candidate will have solid troubleshooting skills, experience with Windows, Microsoft 365, and SharePoint, and a proactive approach to data security and staff training.

Qualifications

• Solid troubleshooting skills across hardware and software.
• Experience with Windows operating systems.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and SharePoint administration.
• Ability to deploy IT equipment and manage access control.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and resolve IT support requests from staff.
• Maintain and deploy IT equipment and user accounts.
• Administer the MBA SharePoint Intranet and site access.
• Issue staff access cards and manage access permissions.
• Provide training and guidance on IT systems.
• Escalate complex issues to the IT Systems Manager.
• Ensure data security and backups.

Skills

Windows

Microsoft 365

SharePoint

Intune

Job description

IT Support Technician (application reference 0926ITSTSM)

The MBA is looking for an enthusiastic IT Support professional to join our small,

dynamic team. In this varied and hands-on role, you’ll provide front-line support

to our staff, manage and deploy IT equipment, administer our SharePoint

Intranet, and issue staff access cards. You should have solid troubleshooting

skills, experience in Windows, Microsoft 365 and SharePoint, and a knack for

clear communication. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in a

collaborative environment where your ideas and input will be valued.

Job purpose

The IT Support Technician provides technical assistance and support to end-users across the MBA. This hands‑on role covers troubleshooting hardware and

software issues, deploying and maintaining IT equipment (including via

Microsoft Intune), administering Microsoft 365 services including the MBA

SharePoint Intranet and managing site access permissions.

Key responsibilities and skills:

• Respond to and resolve IT support requests from employees in the Service Desk
• Maintains and deploys IT equipment, user accounts, and basic network configurations.
• Issue and administer staff access cards and manage access permissions and restrictions.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose technical issues, providing timely solutions.
• Escalate complex issues to the IT Systems Manager and 3rd parties when necessary.
• Assist with the setup and deployment of new equipment and systems.
• Maintain accurate records of support requests and resolutions.
• Provide training and guidance to end-users on IT systems and best practices.
• Collaborate with the IT team to improve support processes and procedures.
• Ensure data security and backup procedures are followed.
• Undertake any other tasks identified as being within the job holder’s capabilities.

Interactions:

Interactions with MBA staff, students and visitors; 3rd party service providers

Scope of role:

IT Support, Customer Service, Phyisical Access Control, Technical Liaison

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants without the right to live and work in the UK are not eligible to apply.

Interviews will take place onsite 12/10/2026. Only those invited to interview will be notified.