Contract: Day rate | Duration: 2-3 months
Location: On-site / Hybrid (depending on requirements)
Start: Immediate / Short notice
We're looking for an experienced Desktop Support Engineer to join a busy enterprise IT environment on a 2-3 month day-rate contract. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on, takes pride in delivering excellent user support, and can hit the ground running in a structured, security-conscious organisation.
You'll play a key role in supporting end users, delivering Windows 11 deployments, and maintaining a secure, well-managed device estate.
What You'll Be Doing
Providing 1st and 2nd line support across desktops, laptops, tablets, and smartphones, ensuring SLAs are consistently met
Supporting a Windows 11 enterprise rollout, including Windows 10 migrations, device imaging, user data transfers, and post-deployment support
Troubleshooting hardware, software, and application issues across a diverse end-user base
Managing incidents and changes via a service desk tool, prioritising by business impact and escalating where appropriate
Creating and maintaining knowledge base articles and support documentation to improve first-time fix rates
Working closely with internal IT teams and third-party suppliers to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement
Your Technical Experience
Strong hands-on experience with Windows 10/11 and desktop/server environments
Working knowledge of Entra ID / Active Directory (on‑premise and Azure)
Experience with Microsoft 365, including Teams and SharePoint
Advanced device management using SCCM and Intune (deployment, patching, upgrades, configuration)
Experience managing Windows and iOS devices in an enterprise environment
Solid understanding of infrastructure security, risk-based patching, and vulnerability mitigation
Familiarity with IT compliance, business continuity planning (BCP), disaster recovery (DR), and industry best practice
What Makes You a Good Fit
Strong customer-focused mindset with excellent communication skills
Ability to explain technical issues to users of varying IT ability
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple incidents effectively
A collaborative team player comfortable working with stakeholders and suppliers
Confident operating in contract roles and delivering value quicklyIf you're a Desktop Support Engineer available now (or at short notice) and looking for a hands-on contract role, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to discuss rates, location, and start date.
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Salary description
£250.00 - £290.00 per day