Technical Support Specialist

Premier Foods; Worksop; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Worksop seeks a skilled Technical Support Specialist to manage IT systems and provide vital 3rd line support. The ideal candidate will possess solid networking knowledge, extensive experience in Microsoft technologies, and a knack for troubleshooting in a fast-paced environment. This position offers competitive benefits including a company pension and opportunities for career growth within a collaborative team.

Benefits

Company Pension & Private Medical

Bonus

Access to learning and development programmes

Wellbeing support

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in 3rd line technical support.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Resolve incidents and service requests within agreed SLAs.
• Act as the on-site technical representative for IT.
• Drive best-in-class incident and request management.
• Maintain and upgrade infrastructure in line with manufacturer recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with IT security policies and change control processes.
• Collaborate across teams and liaise with third parties.
• Document fixes, workarounds, and technical changes thoroughly.
• Travel to other sites as required.

Skills

Networking (SD-WAN, Aruba/Cisco)

Firewalls (Fortinet)

WiFi infrastructure

Microsoft technologies (AD, MECM, Intune, AutoPilot)

Okta

AWS

VMware/Nutanix

Scripting (PowerShell)

Certificate management

Excellent troubleshooting

Communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Manufacturing experience

Job description

Technical Support Specialist

Date: 15 Jan 2026

Location: Worksop, GB

Technical Support Specialist (L3)

Worksop

Role Purpose

We’re looking for a highly experienced 3rd Line Technical Support Specialist to join our dynamic Technical Services Team. As the on‑site IT representative at our Worksop factory, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our IT systems, handling everything from routine issues to complex challenges. You’ll also support projects and maintain strong relationships across the business.

• Resolve incidents and service requests within agreed SLAs.
• Act as the on‑site technical representative for IT.
• Drive best‑in‑class incident and request management.
• Maintain and upgrade infrastructure in line with manufacturer recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with IT security policies and change control processes.
• Collaborate across teams and liaise with third parties to optimise outsourced infrastructure.
• Document fixes, workarounds, and technical changes thoroughly.
• Travel to other sites as required.

What we need from you:

• Strong knowledge of networking (SD‑WAN, Aruba/Cisco), firewalls (Fortinet), and WiFi infrastructure.
• Extensive experience in 3rd line technical support.
• Expertise in Microsoft technologies (AD, MECM, Intune, AutoPilot), Okta, AWS, and VMware/Nutanix.
• Skilled in scripting (PowerShell), certificate management, and RF Gun familiarity.
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting.

What we offer you in return

• Company Pension & Private Medical
• Bonus
• Access to learning and development programmes.
• Wellbeing support and employee assistance programme.
• Opportunities for career progression into roles such as Technical Delivery Specialist or Technical Architect

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative, innovative team.
• Opportunities for career progression into roles such as Technical Delivery Specialist or Technical Architect.
• Work with cutting‑edge technology in a supportive environment.
• Enjoy a culture that celebrates individuality and empowers you to make an impact.

At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.

We're proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need.