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2nd Line Engineer

Jackson Hogg
Team Valley, United Kingdom
Yesterday
£40,000 pa

Salary

£40,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
3 Jun 2026 (Yesterday)
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Overview

We’re looking for a skilled2nd Line Service Desk Consultant to join a busy and collaborative IT support function, providing advanced technical support across infrastructure and cloud environments.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of escalated incidents, working across servers, networking, and Microsoft cloud technologies to deliver timely, high-quality resolutions while maintaining excellent customer service standards.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support & Incident Management

  • Take ownership of escalated tickets, ensuring resolution within agreed SLAs
  • Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across infrastructure, desktops, and cloud services
  • Use remote tools and direct communication to support end users effectively
  • Maintain accurate and detailed ticket updates and technical documentation

Escalation & Collaboration

  • Act as an escalation point for 1st Line Engineers and junior team members
  • Work closely with 3rd Line and specialist teams to resolve high-priority issues
  • Liaise with external suppliers and partners where required

Knowledge Sharing & Mentoring

  • Support the development of junior team members through guidance and mentoring
  • Contribute to internal knowledge bases and documentation
  • Assist with onboarding and induction of new team members

Service Improvement

  • Identify recurring issues and suggest improvements to processes and systems
  • Maintain a strong focus on service quality and customer satisfaction
Skills & Experience
  • Proven experience in a2nd Line / Service Desk / IT Support role
  • Strong knowledge ofWindows Server, networking, and infrastructure environments
  • Experience withMicrosoft 365, Exchange Online, and cloud platforms (Azure)
  • Understanding of firewall, security, and antivirus technologies
  • Experience supporting desktop environments and end users
Desirable
  • Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-500, etc.)
  • Experience with virtualisation technologies
  • Knowledge of backup solutions, telephony, or network routing/switching

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