Service Desk Analyst

Job Description

We currently have a Service Desk Analyst position available for a motivated individual to join our team in Exeter. Joining us on a full-time, permanent basis, you will receive a competitive salary starting from £24,302 per annum plus excellent benefits.South West Water is part of the Pennon Group, a very successful and stable business that prides itself on sustainability. We provide reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for a population of c. 1.7 millionin Cornwall, Devon, and parts of Somerset and Dorset.We believe that by investing in the future of our region, we are not only improving the quality of life for todays residents and visitors but are also taking responsibility for future generations. Responsibility for the environment is central to this. Ouraim is to continually drive up standards, particularly in the areas that matter most to our customers.Our core values which are essential to our success are:

• Trusted - We do the right thing for our customers and stakeholders.
• Collaborative - We forge strong relationships working together to make a positive impact.
• Responsible - We keep our promises to our customers, communities, and each other.
• Progressive - We are always looking for new ways to improve and make life better.

About the role of Service Desk Analyst:You will instill a customer-centric approach to deliver seamless first-line support for all Group IT Services across locations including South West Water and Bournemouth Water.Reporting to the Incident Management Lead, you will accurately capture issues and exhaust all options for resolution at the first point of contact, demonstrating empathy and a genuine passion for delivering great service to all IT Customers and your colleagues.The crucial objective for this role is to be responsive to Group IT customers support needs by being a first point of contact and managing expectations to effectively and satisfactorily resolve IT Incidents and Requests.Responsibilities as our Service Desk Analyst include:- Providing first-line IT support services, supporting a Customer-centric culture by demonstrating skills, values and behaviours expected in a Customer facing role- Ensuring the resolution of IT issues in accordance with agreed Service levels and identifying opportunities support continual process improvement- Maintaining a base level of Technical understanding for technologies used across the Group- Instilling a unified approach within the Service Desk teams across the Enterprise to ensure the provision of seamless support of IT services- Resolving IT incidents and service requests as per documented procedures and ensuring support documentation is updated accurately- Supporting the activities of the wider Service Delivery team if required- Escalating any potential impacts to service to the Incident Management Lead to maintain customer satisfactionWhat we are looking for in our Service Desk Analyst:- Educated to degree level standard or able to demonstrate working to degree level- Extensive and broad-based IT and business experience, delivering diverse corporate and operational IT services in a medium/large organisation- A minimum of one year working in an IT support function or technical role- Familiarity of following ITIL processes for Incident and Service Request processes- Familiarity with Microsoft Exchange Online, SCCM, Active Directory, anti-malware technology, enterprise storage arrays/backup technology and a strong working knowledge of Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 365- Experience with IT Service Management products. Experience with prioritising and managing workload effectively, being able to manage multiple open Incidents/Problems and Service Requests simultaneouslyWhats in it for youWe know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long-term career with us. Were one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to havebeen awarded Investors in People recognition.Benefits:

• Generous holiday
• Contributory pension
• Overtime allowance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Excellent ongoing training and development opportunities
• Various health benefits

Closing date: Thursday 18th November 2021If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Service Desk Analyst - we look forward to receiving your application.