Onsite Desktop Support Engineer - Chelmsford

Computacenter AG & Co. oHG; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Computacenter is seeking a Desktop Support Engineer to provide hands-on technical support across a busy customer environment. You will resolve incidents, fulfill service requests, and ensure users receive a high-quality support experience.

The role is onsite at Chelmsford, with responsibilities spanning incident handling, 2nd line support, and project tasks. The ideal candidate will know Windows OS (10/11), Office, and ITSM processes, with familiarity in SCCM, Active Directory, and ServiceNow.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Windows 10/11, Office suite, and registry settings.
• Experience with LTSC channels and KIOSK is desirable.
• Familiarity with IT service models and ITSM tools.
• Networking basics incl. LAN/WAN/VLAN, DHCP, DNS/WINS, VPN.

Responsibilities

• Handle incidents and requests, resolve to SLA targets.
• Provide 2nd line support and coordinate with Level 3 teams.
• Complete tasks within allocated timeframes and contribute to projects.
• Install and configure software and hardware for users.
• Ensure high-quality user support and communication.

Skills

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

Customer service

ITSM processes

Team communication

2nd line support

Project coordination

Tools

SCCM

Active Directory

ServiceNow

VPN/remote connectivity

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Location: UK - Mobile England | Job-ID: 220781 | Contract type: Standard | Business Unit: Technicians

Life on the team

We’re looking for a Desktop Support Engineer to provide hands‑on technical support across a busy customer environment. You’ll play a key role in resolving incidents, fulfilling service requests and ensuring users receive a responsive, high‑quality support experience.

Location: Chelmsford (onsite full time)

What you’ll do

• Undertake incident and request tasks
• Possess 2nd line responsibility for resolving incidents to SLA
• Maintain a <2% incident per month target
• Be responsible for the completion of assigned works within allocated timeframes
• Undertake Project Tasks, supporting both internal and external Project Managers
• Undertake Non-Standard Requests tasks to agreed timescales
• Proactively communicate and coordinate with Level 3 teams to highlight major level issues
• Find resolution of technical issues for laptop/desktop hardware, networks, printers, etc.
• Install & configure software and hardware

What you’ll need

• An in-depth knowledge and good understanding of Microsoft Windows OS (Windows 10 & Windows 11), including build, configuration and registry settings is required, along with a level of proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience handling LTSC Channels and KIOSK is highly desirable
• Basic level understanding in SCCM/Active Directory and a working knowledge of IT service models
• Networks experience to include an understanding of LAN/WAN/vLAN and Wi‑Fi technologies, DHCP, DNS/WINS, PXE and VPN/remote connectivity
• An appreciation of the Microsoft Exchange environment, email client configuration, MS Outlook, instant messaging tools, along with general etiquette
• Computer peripherals - including but not limited to printers (including MFD's), display screens, docking stations, port replicators, cameras and scanners
• Working Knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) software (ServiceNow)
• Excellent customer interface and customer service skills
• Some flexibility with working hours when needed
• Full UK Driving License
• SC Cleared or required to undertake SC Clearance

About us

Computacenter is a leading independent provider of IT infrastructure services, with about 21,000 employees worldwide. We work at the heart of digitisation, advising organisations on IT strategy, implementing the most appropriate technology and managing our customers’ infrastructures.

We offer a friendly, open working environment without too much fuss about hierarchy. We are looking for professionals with diverse competencies, personalities and strengths who want to live our shared value of teamwork and performance.

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