Service Desk 1st Line Technician
New Milton, Hampshire County, SO41 0LJ, England, UK
Listed on 2026-08-29
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IT/Tech
HelpDesk/Support, Technical Support
Service Desk 1st Line Technician
Love solving problems and helping people? Join us as a Service Desk 1st Line Technician - the friendly first point of contact for all things tech!
You’ll be the voice (and brain) behind quick, accurate case logging, speedy triage, and keeping customers in the loop every step of the way. From answering queries to coordinating rapid responses, you’ll make sure every interaction feels effortless and professional. If you’re organised, tech-savvy, and thrive on delivering top-notch customer service, this role is your chance to shine.
Hours: 35hours per week
Shift pattern:Monday - Friday, working 7-hour shifts between 9am - 5pm with 1 hour unpaid lunch
Salary: £25,500 per annum
Location: Office-based, New Milton, Hampshire
This role is a UK based role and any hybrid/remote work must also be within the UK.
Start Date: 28th September 2026
Please note that this role is subject to pre‑employment screening, including basic DBS checks and two years of referencing. All screening must be completed prior to your start date, which may result in the start date being adjusted if required. Appello Perks161 hours holiday rising to 175 hours with length of service, plus bank holidays
We offer you discounts on everything from groceries and shopping through to holidays, insurance, days out, restaurants and more
24/7 employee assistance programme with an easily accessible app!
Family and friends’ discounts on our services & products
Pension Scheme, up to 4% Company matched
Free on-site parking
You’ll be someone who takes pride in delivering great customer service and enjoys solving problems. You don’t need to know everything on day one — what matters most is your attitude, curiosity and willingness to learn.
You’ll bring:
A positive, can‑do attitude and a genuine interest in helping people
Strong communication skills, especially when speaking with customers
An empathetic and professional approach, even in pressured situations
A sense of ownership and pride in the quality of your work
Confidence explaining technical issues in simple, clear language
Good organisation skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks
Initiative when troubleshooting and solving problems
A flexible approach and openness to learning new skills
We’re looking for a customer‑focused Service Desk Technician (1st Line) to join our Service Desk team. This role is the first point of contact for digital support queries received via phone, email and online forms, playing a vital part in ensuring customers receive prompt, accurate and empathetic support.
You’ll log, triage and manage support cases through our case management system, resolve issues where possible and elevate more complex problems to the appropriate teams. Alongside technical troubleshooting, you’ll build strong relationships with customers, keep them informed of progress and help maintain high service standards across the business.
This is an ideal role if you enjoy problem‑solving, working with technology and helping people in a fast‑paced, service‑driven environment.
As a 1st Line Service Desk Technician, you’ll be responsible for:
Acting as the first point of contact for digital support queries
Logging, managing and progressing support tickets in line with agreed SLAs
Providing first‑line technical support and initial fault diagnosis
Asking targeted questions to quickly identify root causes of issues
Talking customers through solutions via phone, email or chat
Escalating unresolved issues to internal teams or third‑party providers
Monitoring system and platform performance and raising concerns where needed
Carrying out routine system checks and logging issues as required
Maintaining accurate documentation, notes and support processes
Managing multiple cases at once while maintaining service quality
Participating in an out‑of‑hours on‑call rota
Find out more about the department here!
Who We Are Looking ForEssential
Experience in a busy, customer‑facing role
Experience carrying out general administrative tasks
Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot basic technical issues
Strong problem‑solving and communication skills
Confidence providing step‑by‑step technical guidance to…
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