2nd Line Support Engineer

Ref No. 25139
Doncaster
Posted 23 Jul 2025

Overview

Salary: Circa £30,000 per annum

Employment: Permanent

Job description

Role: 2nd Line Support Engineer
Location: Doncaster 3 days p/week onsite - you must be commutable to Doncaster for at least 3 days p/week for this role
Contract Type:  Permanent

 

Overview:
We're hiring a 2nd Line Support Engineer for a busy environment. You'll be the escalation point for 1st Line Engineers, handling technical issues across a wide range of IT systems and services. This is a hands-on support role with a mix of remote troubleshooting, customer communications, and documentation. Ideal for someone who’s sharp on detail, calm under pressure, and comfortable with multiple technologies.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Handle escalated tickets from 1st line and work them through to resolution
  • Prioritise and manage multiple issues to meet SLAs
  • Provide desktop, server, network, and cloud support
  • Keep customers updated throughout the ticket lifecycle
  • Maintain accurate records in the service management system
  • Liaise with 3rd parties where needed and ensure SLAs are met
  • Share fixes and updates with the wider team

 

Required Experience:

  • 3+ years in a Service Desk or Helpdesk role
  • Strong knowledge of Windows OS (7–11), Windows Server, and Exchange
  • Solid troubleshooting skills across networks (LAN/VLAN/WAN/Wi-Fi/VPN)
  • Experience with VMware/Hyper-V and remote desktop tools (e.g., Citrix)
  • Confident working with firewalls, antivirus, and cyber security tools
  • Exposure to backup/monitoring tools (e.g., Datto, PRTG)
  • VOIP and telephony support
  • MSP background and/or education sector experience a bonus

 

Skills:

  • Customer-focused with a clear and professional phone manner
  • Strong communicator, both written and verbal
  • Able to work under pressure and switch tasks as needed
  • Proactive and takes ownership of tickets from start to finish

 

If this sounds like you please apply now for a confidential chat, thanks! 

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