IT Support Technician / 1st and 2nd Line Engineer (KUSGS-13) Fradley, England
Salary: GBP28000 - GBP30000 per annum
Location:Fradley, Staffordshire
Job type:Permanent, Full Time - Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm
Kyocera SGS Precision Tools is a leading manufacturer of solid carbide cutting tools, renowned for designing high-performance solutions for machining challenging materials such as stainless steel and titanium. We support industries including aerospace, medical, power generation, and motorsports by solving complex manufacturing challenges and improving process efficiency.
As part of this expansion, we’re looking for an IT Support Technician (1st / 2nd Line) to join our growing team at our European Headquarters in Fradley, Staffordshire.
About the role
You will play a hands‑on role supporting a busy manufacturing, R&D, and office environment, acting as the on‑site IT point of contact. Working within a small, friendly, and driven IT team, you’ll provide responsive first‑ and second‑line support, manage day‑to‑day IT tasks independently, and collaborate closely with colleagues across the wider business and global IT network.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IT support professional who enjoys variety, responsibility, and the chance to develop their skills within a forward‑thinking, technology‑driven organisation.
* Provide 1st and 2nd Line IT support to on‑site and remote users across the business
* Act as the primary on‑site IT contact, resolving issues and escalating where appropriate
* Support and maintain IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, user accounts, and networked systems
* Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently to minimise operational disruption
* Manage IT onboarding and offboarding, including user accounts, access, and equipment
* Assist with the rollout and support of new systems, devices, and technology initiatives
* Maintain accurate IT documentation and user guidance, including SharePoint content
* Contribute to continuous improvement, automation, and IT projects
About you
* Proven experience in a 1st / 2nd Line IT Support role
* Strong working knowledge of Windows 10/11 and Microsoft 365
* Experience supporting Active Directory users and devices
* Confident troubleshooting hardware, software, and connectivity issues
* Strong communication skills and a proactive, problem‑solving approach
* Exposure to Windows Server, Azure, Intune, or Microsoft 365 Admin tools
* Basic networking knowledge (LAN, WAN, VPN, DNS, DHCP)
* Experience in a manufacturing or operational environment
What you’ll get in return
We offer a competitive salary and a strong benefits package, including:
* 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
* 40 hour working week with some flexibility around start and finish times
* An extra paid day off on your birthday
* Company pension with 5% employer contribution
* Private medical insurance (after 12 months)
* Health Cashback Plan
* Group Life Assurance and Income Protection
* Employee Referral Scheme
…plus, more, all designed to support your wellbeing and reward your contribution.
Work hours are Monday to Friday 8.30 to 5pm including a 30 minute break for lunch.
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