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IT Support Officer

£32,000 - £42,000Full TimePermanentNot specifiedInformation Technology
Posted 15 March 2026Closes 3 April 2026

Job Description

You will be working with a team of 9 other IT support staff responsible for first and second line call resolution for the Dandara group, supporting over 750 staff geographically spread throughout the U.K, Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man. The primary purpose of the role is problem resolution for our customers, responding to telephone and email enquiries and providing excellent customer service and support for our end users. Logging support and request calls and dealing with them appropriately. You should be experienced with Windows 11, Office 365, have LAN/WAN network experience but primarily, must be exceptionally customer focused. Professional qualifications: Microsoft, Cisco, VMware, CompTIA, will also be considered favourably as will a degree-based qualification in computing science or engineering. Primarily the recruitment process will be candidate driven. The position is based in our Isle of Man Headquarters. There will be the requirement to occasionally travel to some of our satellite sites in the region and therefore a driving license and vehicle will be necessary. Due to the nature of the construction industry our network is always expanding and changing, our technology is a direct reflection of this and thus the job offers plenty of room for creative thinking. Working with new and up-to-date technology is a consequence of our dynamic environment and ever evolving systems. Skills and Experience: The job holder will have a good, rounded knowledge of IT, especially in Cloud technologies (O365 / Azure etc) and have excellent customer service skills. Previous experience in a similar service desk role beneficial, but not essential. Educated to degree standard in a computer related degree or equivalent experience favourable. Certifications in MS Operating Systems, A+ Certification, Network+ and MS Office 365 applications desirable. Experience in a hands-on application support role beneficial, providing services to agreed SLA's and OLA's. Experienced in managing multiple issues, stakeholders and priorities a must. Knowledge of supporting & administering: Cloud based (Azure) and on-prem Microsoft environments. Productivity suites (Office 365, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint Online, Exchange Admin etc - Microsoft Flow beneficial), Mobile technologies (iOS, Android, Intune / MDM / MAM). Windows 10/11. Active Directory inc Group Policy Management. Windows Server knowledge (2016 and above). Good understanding of Networking. Scripting (e.g. PowerShell) skills advantageous.

Automation Risk

Automation probabilityi55%
AI exposure (AIOE)i70%

Many routine aspects of IT support, such as ticket logging and basic troubleshooting, are increasingly automatable with AI-powered helpdesks and RPA tools. However, tasks requiring physical presence, creative problem-solving, and empathetic customer service remain resistant to full automation. The role is highly exposed to AI augmentation, especially for remote diagnostics and knowledge management, but not all tasks can be fully substituted.

Task analysis

  • Respond to and resolve first and second line IT support calls via phone and email for end users across multiple locations.
  • Log, track, and manage support tickets to ensure timely resolution in line with SLAs and OLAs.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues, including Windows 11, Office 365, and LAN/WAN environments.
  • Install, configure, and maintain computer hardware, software, and peripherals for staff.
  • Provide excellent customer service, ensuring clear communication and empathy with end users.
  • Travel to satellite sites for on-site support, hardware installation, or troubleshooting as required.
  • Maintain accurate records of support activities, solutions provided, and asset management.
  • Collaborate with IT colleagues to resolve complex or escalated issues and share knowledge.
  • Stay updated with new technologies and contribute creative solutions to evolving IT challenges.

Automatable AI-assisted Human-only

Occupational Classification

🔬 STEM🇬🇧 UK Skilled Worker Visa Eligible
UK SOC2020: 3132IT user support technicians
O*NET: 15-1232.00 Computer User Support Specialists
AI analysis: 16 March 2026

UK Salary Benchmark

Architectural and engineering activities; technical testing and analysis · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings

scale £60k
This vacancy
£32,000
UK sector median
£42,390
UK sector mean
£51,499
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👤 For Candidates

AI & future-of-work guidance

🤖 Enhance with AI

  • Leverage AI chatbots for faster ticket triage
  • Use Copilot for troubleshooting documentation and guides
  • Automate routine diagnostics with Power Automate flows

📈 Disruption outlook

15%1 yr
35%5 yrs
65%10 yrs

% risk of significant disruption

🎓 Learn now

📚 For full-time, part-time & evening courses on the Isle of Man, visit University College Isle of Man (UCM)

🏢 For Employers

Strategic hiring options & technology alternatives

🔄 Alternatives

🤖 AI AgentFreshdesk AI

Automates ticket triage and basic troubleshooting tasks

💻 TechnologyPower Automate

Automates repetitive ticket logging and asset updates

🌍 OutsourcingManaged IT Service Desk

Handles routine first-line support remotely

Recommendation

🔀 Hybrid approach

AI boosts efficiency, but human presence needed for on-site and empathetic support

Microsoft Copilot & M365

Power Automate

Automate ticket logging and routine diagnostics

Copilot for Word

Draft troubleshooting guides and support emails

Microsoft Teams

Coordinate with IT staff and resolve escalations

Key Skills

TroubleshootingAdvancedCustomer and Personal ServiceAdvancedMicrosoft OfficeAdvancedDrivingIntermediateTeamworkIntermediateOperation MonitoringIntermediateActive ListeningAdvancedComputers and ElectronicsAdvancedCritical ThinkingIntermediateTime ManagementIntermediateWindows AdministrationAdvanced

Knowledge Areas

Computers and ElectronicsCustomer Relationship ManagementInformation TechnologyTelecommunicationsOffice AdministrationReporting and DocumentationNetwork and SecurityBusiness Administration

O*NET Competency Skills

Active ListeningReading ComprehensionSpeakingCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingWritingJudgment and Decision MakingActive LearningLearning StrategiesMonitoringService OrientationSocial PerceptivenessInstructingOperations MonitoringSystems Analysis

Alternative Career Paths

Network Administrator85% match

Manage and maintain organizational computer networks, including LAN/WAN infrastructure.

Systems Administrator80% match

Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers and enterprise systems.

IT Service Desk Manager75% match

Lead and coordinate IT support teams to deliver high-quality service to end users.

Cloud Support Engineer70% match

Provide technical support and solutions for cloud-based platforms and services.

Field Service Technician65% match

Deliver on-site technical support and maintenance for hardware and software systems.

Also Consider

🔥 Hot Technologies

In-demand tools for this occupation (O*NET)

DjangoGoogle AngularMicrosoft ASP.NETSpring FrameworkMySQLServiceNowTransact-SQLApple iOSGoogle AndroidMicrosoft Windows ServerUNIX ShellApache KafkaApache MavenEclipse IDEMicrosoft PowerShell

Work Activities

General work activities from O*NET

  • Working with Computers
  • Getting Information
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  • Processing Information
  • Documenting/Recording Information
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  • Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  • Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
  • Communicating with People Outside the Organization
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  • Analyzing Data or Information
  • Thinking Creatively

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