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IT Smart Technician Apprentice

Torquay
2 days ago
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The IT systems within our client’s architects firm are critical to their ongoing operations, including operational management, communications, data storage (including security/access), and design functions.

The Apprentice’s role is to coordinate this work and to recognise and escalate support to the IT Manager as and when necessary.

KEY DUTIES –

  • Provide technical support to end-users, both in person and remotely

  • Install, configure, and maintain computer systems and software

  • Implement security of the network, data and its storage and communication systems

  • Assist with network administration tasks, including setting up user accounts and permissions

  • Work together with other managers and directors in relation to IT and IoT (Internet of Things) matters

    CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

  • Independent skills

  • Team work skills

  • Organisational skills

  • Good written and oral communication skills

  • Self-Motivated

  • Meets the eligibility below

    ELIGIBILITY

  • Living in Devon County Council region.

  • Employed, self-employed, career changers, returners to work or unemployed within the last 12 months.

  • Have the right to live and work in the UK.

  • Have access to a reliable internet connection with a PC/ Laptop.

    Sound like you? Then send us an application and we will let you know if you are suitable for this position, or one of the other roles we have available

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