Job Specifications
IT Support Engineer 1st & 2nd Line - Contract - Outside IR35
On-site role - Auchterarder
We're supporting an organisation in Auchterarder as they look to bring in an experienced IT Support Engineer to support a busy, customer-facing environment during a key period of work.
This is a hands-on, fully on-site contract role, ideal for a 1st- and 2nd-line Support Engineer who enjoys working closely with users, delivering excellent service, and supporting Windows 11 upgrade activity alongside day-to-day IT support.
Role responsibilities:
Acting as the first point of contact for IT-related issues, providing a friendly, professional, and high-quality support experience
Logging, diagnosing, and resolving incidents and service requests in line with ITIL processes, escalating to L2/L3 engineers where required
Providing hands-on troubleshooting across hardware, software, network, and system issues
Managing IT service desk tickets, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication with users
Supporting Windows 11 upgrades and general device refresh activities
Setting up, configuring, and maintaining laptops, desktops, mobile devices, and peripherals
Administering user accounts and permissions within Active Directory and Microsoft 365
Supporting basic networking issues including Wi-Fi, VPN, connectivity, DNS/DHCP, VoIP, and telephony systems
Assisting with IT projects such as system upgrades, new technology rollouts, and hardware refreshes
Ensuring adherence to cybersecurity policies and best practices
Interacting with colleagues and guests in a professional, warm, and courteous manner, contributing to a premium service experience
What we're looking for:
1-3 years' experience in a 1st/2nd line IT support or service desk role
Experience supporting Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive)
Good working knowledge of Windows and macOS operating systems
Hands-on experience with Windows 11 upgrades or deployments
Familiarity with ITSM tools such as ServiceNow, Freshservice, or similar
Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, DNS, DHCP)
Good awareness of IT security best practices
ITIL Foundation and/or Microsoft or CompTIA certifications (desirable, not essential)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-first mindset
A proactive problem solver who works well in a fast-paced, on-site environment
Well organised, punctual, and a strong team player with a positive "can do" attitude
Contract details:
Start date: ASAP
8-week initial contract
Outside IR35
£175 - £180 per day
Fully onsite - 5 days per week in Auchterarder
If you're a hands-on IT Support Engineer looking for a short-term, onsite contract in a high-end, service-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out to Andy at Cathcart Technology for more information.
Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
About the Company
Cathcart Technology is an independent, agile, specialist technology recruitment company, headquartered in Edinburgh.
Like all good start-up stories, we were founded in 2009 by two industry experts who saw a better way of doing things, in what was already a crowded market. Initially from a two-man cupboard in Edinburgh to a 40 strong team in the heart of George Street, it’s been a hell of a journey.
Bootstrapped all the way (start-up speak for no outside investment or loans), we’ve succeeded due to our hard work, honesty...
Know more