Overview
Role: IT Technician
Department: IT (Business Services)
Location: Carlisle
Reports to: Head of IT
Benefits: 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused IT Technician to join our Business Services team. This role provides day-to-day IT support across the organisation, working closely with senior IT colleagues to deliver a comprehensive, efficient and high-quality service that meets business needs.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with early-career IT experience who is looking to develop their technical skills within a professional environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide first-line support for colleagues experiencing issues with computers, network devices and associated systems
- Deliver desktop and basic server support, minimising downtime and disruption
- Install, configure and maintain end-user hardware and software
- Set up and support laptops, desktops, mobile devices and desk phones
- Manage user onboarding and offboarding, including equipment setup and access configuration
- Support office technology including display panels, projectors, AV systems and multifunction devices
- Maintain accurate asset registers and software licensing records
- Ensure compliance with software licensing and data protection requirements
- Assist with external compliance standards (e.g. Cyber Essentials or equivalent frameworks)
- Document IT procedures and contribute to user guidance materials
- Deliver one-to-one and group training sessions to improve user knowledge and efficiency
- Liaise with third-party suppliers to resolve issues and coordinate upgrades
- Escalate complex issues appropriately to senior IT colleagues
- Travel to branch offices as required
- Participate in ongoing professional development and technical training
- Occasionally support out-of-hours upgrades and patching activities
About You
- At least 1 year's experience in an IT support or technical role
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and common business applications
- Good understanding of antivirus and endpoint security solutions
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Strong problem-solving ability and analytical mindset
- Well organised, accurate and able to prioritise effectively
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Calm under pressure with a proactive and flexible approach
Personal Attributes
- Self-motivated and responsible
- Detail-oriented
- Friendly and approachable
- Committed and proactive
- Proud of delivering high-quality work