Technician 3

About the role
As a technician 3, we are seeking a Security-Cleared IT Deployment Engineer to support a large-scale Windows 11 rollout. The role involves building, testing, deploying, and decommissioning over 1,600 devices across multiple sites. The engineer must follow strict security and operational protocols - specific deployment and disposal procedures. Flexibility for out-of-hours work and travel is essential.

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Our client is currently looking for a recruit to join their current team. Below are the job details for your reference:You can also ask our friendly recruitment team for any questions you may have about the role, between 09.00am till 17.00pm Monday to Friday.

Shifts: Monday to Friday (37.5 hours)
Location: Raynesway - Derby
Working Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Contract Duration: 27th October 2025 till 31st December 2026


Roles and Responsibilities:

• Build up to 1,605 Windows 11 devices according to the deployment schedule.
• Maintain a build throughput of approximately 250 devices per week.
• Conduct pilot deployments to validate build quality and supplier processes.
• Physically prepare devices for shipment and manage transportation logistics.
• Deploy up to 50 desktop devices per day to identify users during working hours.
• Verify device functionality.
• Provide Early Life Support for one day following each deployment block.
• Collect Legacy desktop devices and return them to the Raynesway storage area for decommissioning.
• Deploy up to 50 laptops per day, based on 10-minute appointment slots.
• Follow security protocols:
• Apply USB usage warning stickers
• Use tamper-proof and identifier stickers
• Request pre-boot PIN and BitLocker password changes (where applicable)
• Assist users with deployment checklist completion and obtain user sign-off.
• Return Legacy laptops to Raynesway for secure disposal.
• Provide deployment progress updates at agreed intervals.
• Complete any re-arranged deployments and collect replaced devices.
• Retain Legacy devices for 3 weeks post-replacement for potential data recovery.
• After the holding period, they remove disk drives/memory for secure on-site disposal per standards.

Other stuff we're potentially looking for:

• Active SC Clearance (UK nationals only; dual nationality not accepted).
• Proven experience in large-scale IT deployments and hardware rollouts.
• Familiarity with Windows 11 builds, testing, and configuration.
• Strong understanding of secure handling and disposal of IT assets.
• Ability to work flexible hours and travel to remote sites as needed.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Willingness to complete onboarding for Rolls-Royce Subsidiaries.

What's in it for you? - Our client loves to reward their people for doing a great job.

• This is a 5-day contract.
• A per hour rate, in-scope IR35, of £19.38/hr (PAYE) OR £25.15/hr (via a Hays Approved Umbrella Company).

Next StepOnce you've applied, one of our friendly recruitment consultants will give you a call and talk you through the screening process. If your application is successful, you'll be involved in a live virtual interview with one of our client's hiring managers to get to know you better.We look forward to speaking to you!

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