IT Field Engineer

  • Matchtech Group Plc
  • City, Manchester
  • Aug 14, 2025
Full time I.T. & Communications

Job Description

We're on a mission to connect the insurance industry through market-leading technology - and our people are at the heart of this journey. We're proud to foster a workplace where inclusivity, diversity, equity, and collaboration are more than just buzzwords - they're the foundation of everything we do.

Whether you're based in the office, hybrid, or remote, you'll be part of a supportive team where your voice matters and your work makes a real impact. We want everyone here to feel proud of what we're building together - and to enjoy the journey along the way.

Field based in North of the UK, or Scotland. 400 gross per month car allowance and a fuel card for business travel only. The successful candidate may be required to travel to various locations, including but not limited to: Leeds, Manchester, Bradford, Halifax, York, and Edinburgh. A full UK driving licence is required



About the Role

We're looking for a Technical Consultant to join our Delivery and Support team. In this role, you'll provide expert consultancy, technical delivery, and ongoing support for our software and infrastructure solutions. From pre-sales through to implementation and beyond, you'll play a key part in ensuring customers get the most out of our technology.



Key Responsibilities

  • Provide technical consultancy for customer projects, including infrastructure design and solution delivery.

  • Support pre-sales activities with detailed technical input and advice.

  • Perform system installations, upgrades, and maintenance - both remotely and on customer sites.

  • Assist in resolving escalated support tickets and identify ways to improve operational efficiency.

  • Plan and implement installations, upgrades, and migrations.

  • Produce high-quality documentation for internal and customer use.

  • Deliver projects to agreed timescales, maintaining regular communication with customers.

  • Evaluate and test new technologies (including Azure-based solutions).



What We're Looking For

Qualifications:

  • GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade C or above (required)

  • Degree in a relevant subject (preferred)

  • Microsoft Certified (Associate/Professional), MCSA, Linux LPIC-1 (all advantageous)

Experience:

  • Background in field-based or customer-facing support roles

  • Experience supporting medium to large enterprise environments

  • Familiarity with ITIL-aligned environments

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines

Technical Skills:

  • Windows Server (Apply online only , Microsoft 365, Azure

  • Linux OS knowledge

  • Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, Firewalls, Routing

  • Virtualisation: Hyper-V, VMware, Nutanix

  • Remote Desktop Services, Azure Virtual Desktop

  • Active Directory, Exchange, SQL Server

  • Storage solutions (NAS, SAN, iSCSI, Fibre Channel)