Modern Workplace Engineer

About Aspire

At Aspire Technology Solutions, we are a leading UK provider of managed IT, cyber security and modern workplace solutions. We deliver cyber security, cloud, connectivity, managed services and unified communications solutions that help organisations get more from their technology - driving innovation, improving efficiency and enabling faster growth. Through strong partnerships, we help our customers work smarter, operate more efficiently and achieve better business outcomes, consistently adding value along the way.

Our mission: To deliver technology like no other!

We look for dynamic individuals who embrace technology, think differently, collaborate as team players, and are driven by continuous improvement with a focus on great results for our customers.

About the role

We are looking for a Modern Workplace Engineer with a solid technical background and passion for problem-solving.

Working alongside the wider Service Desk, you will work towards continually driving home technical solutions whilst putting our customer’s needs first. You will be delivering exceptional customer service for cases which have been escalated to you by our 1st line Quick Fix Support Engineers. This could involve fixing a technical fault, answering a query, fulfilling a service request – anything that is needed to allow the user to return to work.

Our ideal candidate would be an experienced engineer who is an instinctive problem solver and able to drive technical solutions. Strong communication skills will help you to diagnose the customer’s issue and explain technical issues in a way that non-experts can understand. Efficiency is also important to succeed, as you will be managing a diverse workload.

Communication with customers will take place over the phone and via email whilst utilising fault-finding programmes that assist you in diagnosing and fixing customer problems remotely. Customer service is key to success in the role – living our values are woven through everything we do to guarantee that our service delivery is second to none.

What you will be doing

• Providing day-to-day IT support for a large and diverse customer base through remote diagnosis, troubleshooting and resolving tickets in relation to issues with the following:
  • Software installation and configuration
  • Dealing with bespoke client software
  • Operating system configuration
  • Local machine performance
  • InTune / Mobile Device Management
  • Entra ID
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with 1st Line Quick Fix, 3rd Line, Cloud Services and other key stakeholders and teams across the Aspire network.
• Working to SLA’s for incidents and requests, prioritising and managing workload effectively, managing several open Incidents and requests whilst following existing procedures and best practices.
• Support continual improvement by identifying opportunities for improvement and efficiency including automation of manual processes.

You will suit the role if you have 

• Demonstrable knowledge or experience in Technical Support, Service Desk and/ or IT roles.
• Hands on experience working with Entra ID.
• Hands on experience working with InTune (MDM) incl. Windows, Apple and Android deployment, setup and troubleshooting
• Experience working with IT infrastructure including Active Directory permissions, security, desktops, firewalls, and peripheral equipment such as printers and mobile devices.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to take action.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and customers at all levels, to diagnose issues and resolve issues.
• Excellent time management, planning and organisational skills to manage and prioritise own tasks and service desk issues in order to manage a diverse workload, exceed customer expectations and deliver results within agreed SLAs.
• An understanding of Service Desk operations, a qualification within the ITIL framework and experience using ServiceNow or another ITSM tool would be useful.

Our values
We understand that you might not have all of the qualifications and experiences that we think are key to succeeding in this role, therefore we provide continuous learning and development at Aspire, which is at the heart of everything we do. As long as you are passionate, eager to learn and driven to be the best at what you do and live our values this role may be a fit for you.

Salary
Starting salary, £26,000 - £34,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Benefits
Here at Aspire we offer a great benefits package and a competitive salary. Being a people-centric organisation is what sets us apart – we strive to look after our people in the best way we can!

• Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Network Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement (increasing with length of service)
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Parental Schemes
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Tech Purchase Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• New business referral scheme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover
  

Location and Working Arrangements
You will be based at Aspire’s Leeds office, with travel as required.

Hours of Work
Full time (37.5 hours per week), Monday to Friday.

Equality, Inclusion and Diversity at Aspire
Aspire is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a culture that respects and values each other’s differences, that promotes dignity, equality and diversity that encourages individuals to develop their true potential.

Interview Process

We generally conduct interviews in three stages, lasting approximately 2-3 weeks depending on everyone’s calendars.

•  Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a pre-screening call via teams to discuss your experience and what you’re looking for in your next role.
• Successful candidates will be invited to an interview with the Hiring Manager.
• If successful in interview, candidates will be invited to an informal interview with key stakeholders at Aspire to meet the wider team(s).

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