IT Support Engineer - TEMP

We are currently looking to recruit an IT Support Engineer to support on a temporary contract, starting ASAP and likely for a couple of months. Working for an incredibly prestigious and reputable organisation within the education sector; our client is one of the UK's leading colleges with an outstanding working environment. The IT Support Engineer will be joining the clients Computer Services Team.

GBP13.00 - GBP18.00 per hour

Farnborough, GU14

Due to the nature of this position, ideally you will already have a DBS on the Update Service or will be willing to undertake a full DBS/CRB check.

IT Support Engineer Duties:

• To provide 1st and 2nd line Helpdesk Support and advice to end users throughout the college.
• To prepare and maintain appropriate documentation
• Administer the Computer Services helpdesk system, ensuring calls are logged and allocated to comply with SLAs.
• To be responsible, under supervision, for maintenance and repair of workstations, computer peripherals and audio-visual equipment.
• To undertake such other reasonable duties as requested by the Computer Services Manager; To install and configure PC hardware, software and peripherals.

IT Support Engineer will have the following technical expertise and experience:

• A DBS / CRB Check
• A full valid driving licence and own transport will be required. Casual car users allowance will be payable.
• Minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent
• Will ideally have IT qualifications such as Microsoft Certifications - MCP, MCDST, MCSA etc.
• Knowledge of Windows Server 2008 / 2012 administration, Windows 7 and 10, Active Directory, Exchange etc.

• Experience as a 1st and 2nd Line support
• Experience with Active Directory
• Experience with Windows10
• Excellent customer service skill
• Excellent communication skills
• Previous experience in supporting Microsoft Desktop Operating Systems and application software
• Excellent system administration
• Hands-on experience with equipment - laptops, desktop and peripherals

Skills: Desktop Support. Support Engineer. IT Support, Apple Mac. Windows. Linux. Novell. Networks. Hardware. TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Switches, Routers, MacAfee, Sophos, Norton, ESET, Bullguard, Active Directory, AD, Operating Systems. Pupil. Staff. Teacher. Student. School. College. Education.

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