IT First Line Support Assistant in Shefford

We are looking for a First Line Support Assistant to join our IT Team and support colleagues across ACO with day-to-day technology requests. This role will be an important first point of contact for basic IT support, helping users with common hardware, software, connectivity and access issues, while ensuring requests are logged, progressed and resolved in a helpful and professional way.

The role will involve:

• Building and preparing workstations and notebooks
• Setting up user profiles
• Supporting basic Service Desk tickets, & maintaining IT asset records
• Helping to order and organise equipment requested by end users
• Supporting the wider IT team with general administration, including raising purchase orders and CAPEX requests for new equipment, keeping IT areas and stockrooms organised, and ensuring equipment is recorded and managed accurately

This is a great opportunity for someone who is interested in developing a career in IT support. You will be working as part of a supportive team, learning from experienced colleagues and gaining practical exposure to IT service delivery in a busy business environment.

To be considered for this position, you must be within a reasonable commuting distance of our Head Office in Shefford (SG17 5TE). Occasional travel to our Bedford site will also be required; therefore, a full UK driving licence is essential.

What you'll bring:

To be successful in this role you ideally have some basic understanding of computer hardware and software, Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word and Excel. You should be comfortable following instructions, documenting simple technical steps and supporting users with common issues such as printers, connectivity and software errors. Experience in a formal IT support role is not essential, but you should have an interest in technology, a willingness to learn and the confidence to ask questions when needed. A basic understanding of networking, including Wi-Fi, Ethernet and IP configuration, would be helpful but can be developed in the role.

About you:

You will be friendly, dependable and customer-focused, with a helpful approach and a genuine interest in supporting colleagues. You should be organised, able to stay calm when managing more than one request, and comfortable taking direction and feedback as you learn. Strong communication skills, patience and a team-focused attitude will be important, as the role involves regular contact with users across the business.

We offer:

We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment, extensive training, opportunities for career progression and a competitive benefits package, which includes:

• Competitive salaries
• Private Health Care
• Up to 28 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
• Personal pension schemes with high employer contributions
• Company car & car cash schemes (role dependent)
• Employee Assistance Programmes plus much more

Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role. Agencies — we respectfully are not looking to engage with recruitment partners at this stage.

About us:

ACO is a global leader in designing and manufacturing sustainable drainage systems. ACO Technologies plc, part of the ACO Group, serves as the Company for the UK & Ireland. There are two major divisions: ACO Water Management and ACO Building Drainage. With a strong commitment to environmental responsibility and innovation, ACO provides advanced solutions for managing surface water, ensuring efficient and safe water flow in various applications. Our expertise spans across multiple sectors, including commercial, industrial, residential, and infrastructure projects, where we continually strive to improve water management and protect natural resources.

Working at ACO is working in a culture of entrepreneurial spirit, innovation and high standards with the freedom to create your own job satisfaction through ownership and continuous improvement. Openness and honesty are key characteristics to working at ACO as this creates a friendly, flexible environment where colleagues are keen to share information and work together to achieve the best results.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion holds significant importance to us; we have a culture of belonging. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our workforce to ensure we can provide the best service possible for everyone. Beyond your professional background - we’re interested in your individuality and your future potential. If there are specific adjustments needed in our recruitment process that would help you to be your best, please speak to our team and they’ll be happy to help.