Field Services Engineer
We are looking for a motivated Field Services Engineer to support a large-scale IT device refresh programme. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 1–2 years of IT support experience who enjoys providing hands-on technical support, resolving user issues, and delivering outstanding customer service.
You'll be responsible for supporting end-user computing devices, workplace technologies, and associated IT services while working in a fast-paced onsite environment.
Location: Edinburgh (Onsite)
Contract: 6 Months Fixed-Term Contract (Initial)
IR35: Inside IR35
Security Clearance: UK National (Q1 Clearance Required)
Key Responsibilities
- Build, configure, and deploy desktop and laptop devices.
- Support a large-scale device refresh programme.
- Provide onsite technical support for end users.
- Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues.
- Support Microsoft Windows 10/11 environments.
- Assist users with Microsoft 365 applications.
- Maintain and troubleshoot desktop, laptop, and peripheral devices.
- Provide basic Active Directory administration.
- Assist with onsite data centre "hands and eyes" support.
- Record and manage incidents using IT Service Management tools.
- Deliver excellent customer service while meeting agreed SLAs.
Essential Skills & Experience
- 1–2 years' experience in an IT Support, Service Desk, or Technical Support role.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows 11.
- Experience supporting Microsoft 365 applications.
- Basic understanding of networking concepts (LAN, WAN, TCP/IP).
- Basic Active Directory administration.
- Experience supporting desktop and laptop hardware.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently in an onsite environment.
Desirable Skills
- ITIL Foundation Certification.
- CompTIA A+ Certification.
- Microsoft Fundamentals Certification.
- Experience using ServiceNow or other ITSM platforms.
- Mobile device support experience.
Security Requirements
Due to the nature of this role:
- Applicants must be UK Nationals.
- Q1 Clearance is required.
- Successful candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including:
- Employment verification (last 5 years)
- Education verification
- Criminal record check (last 5 years)
- National ID verification
If you're passionate about IT support and enjoy working directly with users in a hands-on technical environment, we'd love to hear from you.