Humnize

3rd Line Support Engineer

Humnize  •  Manchester, GB (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
Apply
AI can make mistakes so check important info. Chat history is never stored.

Job Description

Be the Go-To 3rd Line Expert in a Busy, Friendly MSP

Our client, a highly respected Managed Service Provider (MSP) based in the North West, is looking for a talented 3rd Line Support Engineer to join their growing service desk team. With over two decades of experience delivering exceptional IT support to a wide variety of clients, they pride themselves on solving problems quickly, communicating clearly, and keeping systems running smoothly.

About the Role

This is a hands-on 3rd line support role where you’ll be the right-hand person to the senior engineer. You’ll handle complex escalations, guide and mentor 1st and 2nd line colleagues, and help keep tickets moving efficiently. It’s a varied role that will see you working across a broad tech stack, diving into tricky issues, and ensuring clients get the high-quality support they expect.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Take ownership of 3rd line escalations from the service desk, troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues.
  • Support 1st and 2nd line engineers with guidance, knowledge sharing, and hands-on help when required.
  • Work across technologies including Azure, AWS, and cPanel, as well as on-premises environments.
  • Manage and maintain core infrastructure such as domain controllers, Exchange servers, and Hyper-V converged clusters.
  • Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot networking equipment including Fortinet, Sonicwall, and Draytek firewalls.
  • Maintain robust backup solutions including Veeam and MSP Backup.
  • Apply best practices in cyber security to protect client systems.

About You

  • Strong background in IT support with proven 3rd line capability.
  • Solid networking and Windows OS knowledge (certifications like MCSA/MCSE a plus).
  • Experience in MSP environments and comfortable working across multiple client setups.
  • Able to explain technical issues clearly to both colleagues and clients.
  • A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Why Join?

  • Be a key member of a friendly, supportive team.
  • Salary of £40k–£45k (negotiable for the right person).
  • Full-time, office-based role with flexibility where needed.
  • Opportunity to deepen your skills and knowledge working alongside experienced engineers.

Apply Today

If you’re looking for a 3rd line role where you’ll be trusted to take ownership of the tough stuff, while working with a close-knit, supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Humnize

About Humnize

You know what great looks like — we help you find it faster.

You already understand how critical the right Microsoft skills are to make your Modern Workplace perform — from Microsoft 365 and Teams to identity, security, and automation.

But finding those specialists — the ones who combine deep technical knowledge with real-world delivery experience — takes time you don’t have.

That’s where our Hire Faster method comes in.

We’ve spent years recruiting across the Microsoft ecosystem, supporting projects from enterprise rollouts to mid-sized transformations. Along the way, we’ve refined a hiring approach designed specifically for busy tech leaders who need results without the stress, delays, or guesswork.

Here’s how it works:

✅ Every candidate is pre-screened and skills-tested

✅ You see short video bios so you can shortlist in minutes, not hours

✅ You only meet people who’ve already proven they can do the job

✅ And every hire is backed by our 12-month guarantee

It’s a proven, practical way to hire faster and with more confidence — developed over eight years of real-world experience with dozens of clients and hundreds of successful placements.

The result? Faster hires. Better fits. Less disruption.

If you’ve got a role to fill and no time to waste, let’s talk.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
1-10 employees
Headquarters
Leeds, GB
Year Founded
2016
Social Media