ICT Engineer - WMF2174e

Job reference REQ Date posted 25/07/2025 Application closing date 07/09/2025 Location Blank Salary £36,363 - £37,280 Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Attachments Blank

Job description

Location: Penrith, Kendal or Barrow +flexible working
Contract Type: Permanent

About thisopportunity

As an ICT Engineer at Westmorland andFurness Council, you will play a crucial role in providing 2ndline ICT Support for all aspects of our ICT Infrastructure andSystems. As part of the operations team, this role will provide2nd line technical support services to all ICT end users withinthe Council covering on premise and cloud environments.

In this dynamic role, you will have theopportunity to implement best practices in ICT support andoperations, develop and maintain strong relationships withvarious teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives toenhance service delivery. Your experience and technical skillswill be vital in aligning our ICT Support with the strategicgoals of Westmorland and Furness Council, ultimately contributingto the effective operation of our community services.

Join us in a collaborative environmentwhere your technical skills and innovative ideas will make atangible impact. If you are ready to take on a rewardingchallenge and help us elevate our ICT services, we encourage youto apply!

Who we arelooking for

Westmorland and Furness Council are lookingfor a skilled ICT Engineer to join the operations team whoprovide 1st and 2nd line technical support for all ICT end userswithin the Council. In this pivotal role, you will ensure thedelivery of high-quality 2nd line ICT support across theorganisation and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environmentand have a track record of enhancing business efficiency and highquality user experience, through the delivery of customer focusedsupport, then we want to hear from you! Join us in making apositive impact on our community by delivering innovativetechnology solutions. Apply now to become an integral part of ourteam!

What can weoffer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Councilyou will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitivepension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other variousperks and discounts schemes. For more information about life atWestmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, pleasevisit our Careers site.Our benefits Careers(westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you liketo find out more?

For further information about this role,such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view thebelow attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

If you have any queries about this role orwould like an informal chat about this opportunity, then pleasecontact Ben Wright at .

Application andInterview information

Closing date: 7th September 2025

Interview date:23rd, 24th or 25th September 2025

Interviews will be in-person in Penrith ifyou have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy todiscuss.

Westmorland and Furness Council are nowable to offer sponsorship for Skilled Worker Visa applicationsfor eligible roles. Please note, we cannot guarantee theeligibility of all of our roles, therefore, if you would likemore information on roles that may be eligible please visit thegovernment website - Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes -GOV.UK .

SaferRecruitment & DBS

At Westmorland and Furness Council we arecommitted to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare ofchildren, young people and adults at risk and we expect allworkers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.

Equality,Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council iscommitted to improving the diversity of its workforce to betterreflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications fromeveryone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culturethat values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabledapplicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, areguaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews toArmed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or careexperienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been lookedafter by a local authority at any point, for any length of time,e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship ofa local authority) that meet the essential criteria for therole.