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IT Engineer

Posted 02 February 2026
LocationSunderland
Job type Permanent
Industry Sector TechnicalManufacturing
ReferenceJ140081.
Job FunctionProduction

Job description

The Rewards and Benefits on offer:

  • The opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking organisation with a strong focus on technology and continuous improvement

  • A long-term, permanent position offering stability and career progression

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

  • Private healthcare and health cash plan

  • Company pension scheme

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

  • Exposure to a wide range of IT systems, technologies, and projects

  • Training and development opportunities

  • A supportive and collaborative working environment

MTrec’s new client opportunity
An established and expanding organisation based in the Northeast is seeking a proactive and technically capable IT Support Engineer to support and enhance its IT infrastructure.

This role offers broad exposure across business-critical systems and projects, making it ideal for a hands-on individual with a passion for technology, strong problem-solving skills, and a desire to contribute to both day-to-day operations and longer-term improvement initiatives.

Candidates with experience supporting IT environments in fast-paced or operational settings are encouraged to apply for an immediate response.

The Job you will do

  • Carry out daily IT checks and routine maintenance, including backups, log reviews, and system health checks

  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware and software issues

  • Manage and escalate IT incidents and change requests via a service desk system

  • Install, configure, and maintain IT hardware and software, ensuring licensing compliance

  • Support onboarding and offboarding activities, including user accounts, devices, and workspace moves

  • Ensure desktops, laptops, and servers are patched in line with compliance requirements

  • Support and deliver IT projects as directed, working with other departments where required

  • Liaise with external suppliers and support partners when necessary

  • Provide support for business systems, including reporting and data outputs

  • Assist with network cabling tasks and infrastructure changes (training provided where required)

  • Adhere to IT policies, procedures, and security standards

  • Participate in security awareness and compliance training

  • Report security incidents and non-conformances in line with internal procedures

  • Work within relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks

  • Support internal audits, certifications, and compliance initiatives

  • Undertake occasional out-of-hours work to support project delivery

About You:

  • Proven experience in an IT support or IT engineering role

  • Strong knowledge of Windows desktop and server operating systems

  • Experience with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Group Policy, and network troubleshooting

  • Experience installing and supporting servers, including migrations

  • Working knowledge of networking and firewall technologies

  • Familiarity with virtualisation platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V

  • Excellent problem-solving ability with strong attention to detail

  • Self-motivated with a proactive and practical approach

  • Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team

  • Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) or able to demonstrate relevant industry experience

  • A genuine interest in IT and continuous professional development

  • Experience supporting ERP or business-critical systems

  • Exposure to operational or manufacturing-style environments

  • Awareness of cyber security standards and frameworks

  • Experience supporting information security management systems

  • Relevant IT certifications (e.g. CompTIA, Microsoft, or equivalent)