Service Desk Manager

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Rhuallt; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in North Wales is seeking an ICT Service Desk Manager to lead its Service Desk Team. This role involves managing over 19,500 users, ensuring efficient operations, and driving service excellence. Candidates should have significant experience in service desk leadership and be passionate about digital transformation. The position offers a competitive salary along with generous benefits, including up to 34 days of annual leave and flexible working options.

Benefits

Up to 34 days annual leave

Generous employer pension contributions

Agile and flexible working options

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience in ICT Service Desk leadership or wider contact centre knowledge.
• Proven track record in service desk operations and leadership.
• Experience in healthcare ICT service provision is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ICT Service Desk Team, supporting over 19,500 users.
• Ensure the efficient operation and continuous improvement of the ICT Service Desk.
• Monitor KPIs, SLAs, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

ICT Service Desk leadership

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Service improvement

Education

Degree level education

ITILv3 or ITILv4 certification

Tools

SDI Service Desk Manager Certification

Microsoft certifications (MCSE, MCSP)

Job description

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales.

Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the 'Disability Confident Employer' scheme.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced ICT Service Desk Manager to lead our Service Desk Team and drive service excellence across our organisation. As ICT Service Desk Manager, you will:

• Lead the ICT Service Desk Team, supporting over 19,500 users and managing more than 30,000 network devices.
• Ensure the efficient operation, management, and continuous improvement of the ICT Service Desk.
• Drive the team through the Service Desk Institute (SDI) accreditation process.
• Monitor KPIs, SLAs, and customer satisfaction, implementing improvements where needed.
• Collaborate with other ICT teams and stakeholders to support digital transformation across BCUHB.
• Champion best practices in service delivery and customer support.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. We're looking for a proactive, results-driven leader who:

• Has significant experience in ICT Service Desk leadership or wider contact centre knowledge & experience.
• Possesses technical knowledge across multiple ICT domains or ability to quickly adapt.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
• Is passionate about service improvement and digital transformation.
• Can empower and develop their team to meet evolving organisational needs.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree level education or equivalent experience.
• ITILv3 or ITILv4 certification.
• Proven track record in service desk operations and leadership.
• Experience in healthcare ICT service provision is desirable.

Desirable Qualifications:

• SDI Service Desk Manager Certification.
• PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification.
• Microsoft certifications (e.g., MCSE, MCSP).

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:

• Up to 34 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Generous employer pension contributions.
• Agile and flexible working options.
• Membership of the British Computer Society.
• Car leasing and Cycle to Work schemes.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development.

Ready to shape the future of digital healthcare in North Wales? We are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the 'Disability Confident Employer' scheme. Please check your email account regularly, as successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.