University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

IT Support Engineer

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Job summary

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of digital healthcare?

Following the approval of the Digital Strategy we will be undertaking an ambitious programme of work to deliver a range of state-of-the-art clinical IT solutions across the Trust to fully digitize our patient records and provide clinical staff with fast, simple and controlled access to patient data. This will be supported by a modern fit for purpose infrastructure and links to our Group Hospital partner, North Bristol Trust.

UHBW is on the hunt for an enthusiastic and experienced IT support engineer to join our large support team reporting to the deputy desktop support manager. Working in our 'outstanding' hospitals, focused around desktop and mobile devices so the successful candidate should have experience working with Apple and Android devices as well as desktop and laptop computers. A proven track record in excellent customer service is crucial in this busy role. Work will be based around the main hospital campus in central Bristol, however the Trust has sites throughout the city, so access to transport is essential.

The post holder should have at least two years' experience working in an I.T. support role. An MCSE or MCDST qualification is desirable but not essential. Experience working within an ITIL based environment would be beneficial as would experience with Apple DEP and VPP systems.

Main duties of the job

  • 1. Mobile device support

The build, deployment, administration and support of the Trust's mobile device fleet

2. Installation of IT equipment

Imaging and encryption of new devices

Deployment of equipment

3. Responsible for the resolution of user problems:

Resolving problems within a reasonable timeframe (SLA) either by correcting or escalating to the relevant support organisation;

Keeping the end user informed of progress as appropriate;

Ensuring that all actions relating to the problem are recorded on the Service Desk system in a timely fashion;

Reporting all exceptions to the Desktop Support Manager for further escalation.

4. Provision of support for the following:

Project implementation

Windows 10

iOS and Android

Hardware fault diagnosis/resolution on PCs, laptops, mobile devices and peripherals

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

23 July 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-TS-6845-MF

Job locations

40 Southwell Street

Bristol

BS2 8EJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Please note the post holder will be required to occasionally work some time both before and after core office hours to gain access to busy areas. They will also be required to work as part of a weekend rota on a circa 1 in 10 basis.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Please note the post holder will be required to occasionally work some time both before and after core office hours to gain access to busy areas. They will also be required to work as part of a weekend rota on a circa 1 in 10 basis.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to A level standard or equivalent

Desirable

  • Microsoft Windows 10 - MCP
  • ITIL Practitioner

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Valid UK driving license

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Sound knowledge of Windows operating systems, and MS Office applications
  • In-depth knowledge of iOS
  • Demonstrable hardware fault finding / resolution ability desktop computer equipment, peripherals, and mobile devices
  • Demonstrable experience in a desktop support environment
  • Experience supporting iOS and Android devices
  • Proven track record in provision of excellent customer service in a busy environment

Desirable

  • Experience of working within an ITIL based environment
  • Service Desk experience
  • Experience using DEP/VPP

Aptitude

Essential

  • Confident self-starter, able to work as part of a team, yet capable of independent action
  • Be available for both on-call / shift work
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to A level standard or equivalent

Desirable

  • Microsoft Windows 10 - MCP
  • ITIL Practitioner

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Valid UK driving license

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Sound knowledge of Windows operating systems, and MS Office applications
  • In-depth knowledge of iOS
  • Demonstrable hardware fault finding / resolution ability desktop computer equipment, peripherals, and mobile devices
  • Demonstrable experience in a desktop support environment
  • Experience supporting iOS and Android devices
  • Proven track record in provision of excellent customer service in a busy environment

Desirable

  • Experience of working within an ITIL based environment
  • Service Desk experience
  • Experience using DEP/VPP

Aptitude

Essential

  • Confident self-starter, able to work as part of a team, yet capable of independent action
  • Be available for both on-call / shift work

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Address

40 Southwell Street

Bristol

BS2 8EJ


Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

Address

40 Southwell Street

Bristol

BS2 8EJ


Employer's website

https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Desktop Support Manager

Paul Griffiths

Paul.Griffiths@UHBW.nhs.uk

07866685317

Details

Date posted

23 July 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-TS-6845-MF

Job locations

40 Southwell Street

Bristol

BS2 8EJ


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