Support Officer (1st Line)

Posted 18 June 2025
Salary Up to £13.69 per hour
LocationWalsall
Job type Temporary
Discipline IT
Reference24020

Job description

First Line Support Officer

Opus People Solutions are seeking a dynamic and proactive individual on behalf of Walsall Council, to join the team as a First Line Support Officer. As a key member of the Service Desk team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless delivery of First Line Help and Service Desk support within established parameters.

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week.

Working Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 8am - 5.15pm with 1-hour unpaid break. Friday 8.45am - 4.45pm with 1-hour unpaid break.

Location: Onsite full time - with potential to move to a Hybrid basis after 3 months training.

Duration: 6 months, temporary basis.

Pay Rate: £13.69 per hour

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure service performance is consistently within established parameters.
  • Provide effective First Line support, overseeing, monitoring, and facilitating handovers to 3rd line teams as required.
  • Customer Support: Offer day-to-day support, guidance, and mentoring to customers within our organization (WMBC) and collaborate with other team members to maintain a high level of service.
  • Provide advice, guidance, contributing to the continuous improvement of the overall support function.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience within Help and Service Desks.
  • Passionate about IT.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide guidance.
  • Adept at managing and prioritizing tasks to meet service delivery expectations.
  • Flexibility to adapt to a dynamic work environment and contribute effectively as part of a collaborative team.
  • Relevant certifications or qualifications in IT support will be advantageous.

How to Apply:

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Opus People Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.