ICT Field Engineer
Help us keep Cumberland connected and supported.
We are seeking an experienced ICT Field Engineer to join our dynamic ICT team covering the Kendal area and based at South Lakeland House.
This role is critical in providing technical support services for all ICT end-users across the Council, ensuring systems and services run smoothly and efficiently.
About The Role
As an ICT Field Engineer, you will:
- Deliver advanced 2nd line ICT support for incidents and requests across the Council and some external users.
- Evaluate, install, configure, and support a wide range of ICT products and equipment via remote tools or on-site visits.
- Conduct site surveys, manage office moves, and oversee commissioning/decommissioning of Council sites.
- Act as the technical lead for specific technologies, liaising with end-users, ICT teams, and third-party suppliers.
- Provide technical expertise to deliver projects and service improvement initiatives within agreed milestones.
- Analyse and resolve hardware/software issues, interpreting diagnostics and liaising with suppliers for successful resolution.
- Deliver technical and user training when required and contribute to service improvement and business continuity planning.
About You
We’re looking for someone who has:
- Strong technical knowledge of ICT systems, hardware, and software.
- Experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex ICT issues.
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and service improvement.
Essential Criteria
- Relevant ICT qualification or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience in ICT support within a large organisation.
- Knowledge of Microsoft technologies, networking principles, and diagnostic tools.
- Full UK driving licence (travel between sites required).
This role is available on a Permanent basis.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.
We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.
Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.
Contact
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Julia Trees by email at julia.trees@cumbria.gov.uk
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicantsas long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
- Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
- Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
- Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).
If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailingResourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.
Application and Interview information
Easily apply by submitting your CV and answering a few short questions
- Closing date: 26th December 2025
- Interview date:W\C 12thJan 2026 via Teams
Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.
Please Read The Supporting Information
Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:
- Our Staff Benefits
- Candidate Support
- About Cumberland Council
