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IT Support Officer

£32,000 - £42,000Full TimePermanentNot specifiedInformation Technology
Posted 15 March 2026Closes 8 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. 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). Apply externally here - https://careers.dandara.com/job/844395

Automation Risk

Automation probabilityi48%
AI exposure (AIOE)i72%

Many core IT support tasks are increasingly supported or replaced by automation and AI tools, especially routine ticketing, remote diagnostics, and software deployment. However, tasks requiring in-person support, complex troubleshooting, and high-level customer service remain resistant to full automation. The role is highly exposed to AI augmentation, but human judgment and empathy are still critical.

Task analysis

  • Respond to and resolve first and second line IT support queries via telephone, email, and ticketing system.
  • Log, track, and manage support requests ensuring accurate documentation and timely resolution.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues for end users.
  • Provide excellent customer service and clear communication to users with varying technical abilities.
  • Install, configure, and maintain Windows 11, Office 365, and other standard applications.
  • Travel to satellite sites to provide in-person support for hardware and network issues as required.
  • Monitor and maintain the performance of computer systems and networks.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of IT support processes and documentation.
  • Manage multiple support issues, priorities, and stakeholders simultaneously.

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

  • Master AI-driven ticketing and diagnostic platforms
  • Develop skills in automated software deployment tools
  • Leverage Copilot for technical documentation and troubleshooting

📈 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 AgentServiceNow Virtual Agent

Automates routine ticket triage and basic troubleshooting

💻 TechnologyMicrosoft Autopilot

Streamlines Windows device provisioning remotely

🌍 OutsourcingManaged Service Desk

External provider handles first-line support tickets

Recommendation

🔀 Hybrid approach

AI augments routine tasks; in-person and complex support need humans

Microsoft Copilot & M365

Copilot for Teams

Assist with user queries and meeting support

Power Automate

Automate ticket logging and escalation

Copilot for Word

Generate technical documentation quickly

Key Skills

TroubleshootingAdvancedMicrosoft OfficeAdvancedAzureIntermediateComputers and ElectronicsAdvancedOperation MonitoringIntermediateCustomer and Personal ServiceAdvancedTeamworkIntermediateDrivingIntermediateActive ListeningAdvancedCritical ThinkingIntermediateWindows 11 AdministrationIntermediate

Knowledge Areas

Computers and ElectronicsCustomer Relationship ManagementInformation TechnologyTelecommunicationsReporting and DocumentationNetwork and System AdministrationOffice 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 and support servers, operating systems, and enterprise IT environments.

IT Service Desk Manager78% match

Lead and coordinate a team of IT support professionals, managing service delivery and process improvement.

Cloud Support Engineer75% match

Provide technical support for cloud-based platforms and applications such as Office 365 and Azure.

Cybersecurity Analyst65% match

Monitor, detect, and respond to security threats and incidents within IT systems.

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🔥 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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