IT Assistant

Fichtner Consulting Engineers Ltd is a leading technical consultancy with a reputation built on over 34 years of successful projects in the UK and Ireland. Our purpose is to facilitate the investment and delivery of…

Job type Temporary
Posted 8 September 2026

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Fichtner Consulting Engineers Ltd is a leading technical consultancy with a reputation built on over 34 years of successful projects in the UK and Ireland. Our purpose is to facilitate the investment and delivery of energy infrastructure projects that positively influence the energy transition. Our success comes from the unique combination of skills and experience that continuously evolves. Our Engineers and Consultants support some of the most innovative energy projects across the UK and Ireland; providing design, intellectual, and engineering services to developers, investors, and owner-operators.
We are looking to engage an IT Assistant on a fixed term basis for a 6-month period to cover a period of absence in the team. You should have prior general IT support experience (inc. the building of PC hardware) and will be based at our Stockport office supporting our user base of 200+ people across the UK and Ireland. As this role is 5 days onsite, we are looking for applications from the Greater Manchester area ideally.
We are looking for:
* A NVQ Level 2 in IT or general computing.
* Prior experience with IT support.
* Prior experience with business administration.
* Effective communication skills.
* A responsive and enthusiastic personality.
* Based within an hour's commute of Stockport, Greater Manchester
* Able and willing to work 5 days in the office.
* Routinely respects and understands data confidentiality and corporate IT security.
* Shows a commitment to their own continued learning and development.
The role will involve:
* Installing and removing software.
* Assist with the procurement of IT hardware and software.
* Basic technical troubleshooting for all IT users in the UK and Ireland including our construction site-based individuals. Work alongside other more senior team members to resolve basic queries.
* Assist with the build/configuration of new laptops and mobile phones.
* Any other reasonable IT tasks.
What you can expect from us:
* A competitive salary.
* Team and company social events

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