1st Line Engineer

1st Line IT Support Engineer Apprentice - Dorset | Kickstart your career with valuable training, growth opportunities, and excellent benefits

We're seeking a motivated 1st Line IT Support Engineer to join a dynamic team in Dorset. If you're passionate about IT, eager to develop your technical skills, and enjoy delivering outstanding customer service, this role offers a fantastic entry point into the IT and telecoms industry.

Why apply for this 1st Line IT Support Engineer apprenticeship?

Because it's more than just a job - it's a pathway to a rewarding career:

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 after 2 years
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with 3% employer contribution
• Opportunities for enhanced sick pay after 1 year and subsequent increases
• Death in service benefit after 1 year of service
• Contributions towards IT equipment and upgraded desk chair
• Free parking on-site
• Supportive environment within a reputable telecoms and IT provider with over 30 years' experience

Key Responsibilities:

This role involves providing remote technical support and ensuring high-quality customer service:

• Provide 1st Line diagnosis and resolution, aiming for high first-time fix rates
• Respond to technical issues via telephone, email, and service portals, escalating when necessary
• Manage your workload to meet SLAs and customer expectations
• Log and handle all service tickets accurately throughout their lifecycle
• Build strong relationships with clients through professional and timely support
• Maintain clear documentation using ticketing systems and knowledge bases

What we're looking for:

We welcome candidates who are eager to learn and align with our values:

• Enthusiastic about IT support and customer service
• Good understanding of Windows, Microsoft 365, and network basics preferred
• Confident in troubleshooting hardware and software issues
• Able to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines
• Full UK driving license and a proactive, 'can do' attitude
• Previous experience in a helpdesk or managed service environment is advantageous

If you're looking for your first step as a 1st Line IT Support Engineer in Dorset and want to develop your skills within a growing company, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and start your journey in IT support today!

Job Number │ 48887 / INDINDUSTRIALWC
Location │ Dorset
Role │ 1st Line IT Support Engineer

Feel free to reach out to us if you're ready to launch your career in IT support.

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