Software Tester

St Albans

£21,000 to £26,000 + Bonus + Pension (depending on experience)

Are you someone who has a keen eye for detail, who can spot anomalies in the way web pages look and function? If so, you may be the person we are looking for!

Reallymoving.com Ltd. is a rapidly growing business, based in the centre of St Albans, with 2 main website brands:

• reallymoving- the UK’s leading online provider of quotes for home-moving services, with over 2 million registered users.
• The Law Superstore - a comparison site for a broad range of legal services

We are seeking a Graduate, or equivalent, who would be excited at the prospect of joining a young entrepreneurial business. We are looking for someone that can bring creativity, lateral thinking, flare and a new perspective to an already successful team.

We require someone that can test the functionality of website changes from a user perspective, including helping to set up automated testing of website forms. They will have the opportunity to get involved in developing new website features from design through to implementation on the live site.

This vacancy will suit a bright and motivated graduate, or similar calibre candidate. Previous software testing experience would be ideal, but not essential, as full training can be provided. Starting salary will be adjusted to reflect the existing skills of the applicant.

Responsibilities:

• In this role, you will be guided by the Test Manager to help complete tasks on behalf of the team, this will include manual testing with a view to learning how to help automate the tests over time.
• You will assist in developing testing plans for testing forms/pages across desktop, mobile and tablet devices.
• You will test according to these plans and report any problems, liaising with the software developers, where necessary, and seeing changes through to implementation.
• There will be the chance to get involved from the very beginning of technical development, doing your bit to help ensure that only quality software is deployed into our live systems and is thoroughly tested throughout the software development life cycle.
• On the job learning will form a strong part of this role, which will be backed with more formal training through online and external courses, including the opportunity to study for the ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board) qualifications.
• The job holder will also be expected to assist with other office administrative duties as required.

Requirements:

• A bright motivated graduate in a technical subject, for eg. Computer Science, or a similar calibre individual.
• Good problem-solving skills with an eye for detail.
• IT literate and competent with MS Office suite and ideally experience of working with databases.
• Strong teamwork skills, time management, motivation and ability to work autonomously.
• Desire to work in a small, but growing business and therefore flexible to new demands.

What can we offer you?

• Annual performance bonus
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free book allowance for work-relevant publications
• Individual training budget
• Cycle to work scheme
• Interest-free loans for travel season ticket or parking available
• Birthday cake!
• To be surrounded by brilliant, talented and fun people in a growing business
• An opportunity to work with a growing brand and on a product with an ambitious roadmap
• Working in a great location, bang in the middle of all the shops, restaurants and bars.

Please get in touch to start what could be the beginning of an exciting career!

Software Tester

St Albans

£21,000 to £26,000 + Bonus + Pension (depending on experience)

Are you someone who has a keen eye for detail, who can spot anomalies in the way web pages look and function? If so, you may be the person we are looking for!

Reallymoving.com Ltd. is a rapidly growing business, based in the centre of St Albans, with 2 main website brands:

• reallymoving- the UK’s leading online provider of quotes for home-moving services, with over 2 million registered users.
• The Law Superstore - a comparison site for a broad range of legal services

We are seeking a Graduate, or equivalent, who would be excited at the prospect of joining a young entrepreneurial business. We are looking for someone that can bring creativity, lateral thinking, flare and a new perspective to an already successful team.

We require someone that can test the functionality of website changes from a user perspective, including helping to set up automated testing of website forms. They will have the opportunity to get involved in developing new website features from design through to implementation on the live site.

This vacancy will suit a bright and motivated graduate, or similar calibre candidate. Previous software testing experience would be ideal, but not essential, as full training can be provided. Starting salary will be adjusted to reflect the existing skills of the applicant.

Responsibilities:

• In this role, you will be guided by the Test Manager to help complete tasks on behalf of the team, this will include manual testing with a view to learning how to help automate the tests over time.
• You will assist in developing testing plans for testing forms/pages across desktop, mobile and tablet devices.
• You will test according to these plans and report any problems, liaising with the software developers, where necessary, and seeing changes through to implementation.
• There will be the chance to get involved from the very beginning of technical development, doing your bit to help ensure that only quality software is deployed into our live systems and is thoroughly tested throughout the software development life cycle.
• On the job learning will form a strong part of this role, which will be backed with more formal training through online and external courses, including the opportunity to study for the ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board) qualifications.
• The job holder will also be expected to assist with other office administrative duties as required.

Requirements:

• A bright motivated graduate in a technical subject, for eg. Computer Science, or a similar calibre individual.
• Good problem-solving skills with an eye for detail.
• IT literate and competent with MS Office suite and ideally experience of working with databases.
• Strong teamwork skills, time management, motivation and ability to work autonomously.
• Desire to work in a small, but growing business and therefore flexible to new demands.

What can we offer you?

• Annual performance bonus
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free book allowance for work-relevant publications
• Individual training budget
• Cycle to work scheme
• Interest-free loans for travel season ticket or parking available
• Birthday cake!
• To be surrounded by brilliant, talented and fun people in a growing business
• An opportunity to work with a growing brand and on a product with an ambitious roadmap
• Working in a great location, bang in the middle of all the shops, restaurants and bars.

Please get in touch to start what could be the beginning of an exciting career!

Service Desk Support Technician

Working on an IT helpdesk, this role is focused on providing support to all users, both onsite and in remote locations to minimise any disruption to their working environment.

Job Description:

• Resolving users support calls
• Managing support calls throughout their life cycle
• Using proprietary Service Desk to handle support calls
• Provide consistently professional and high-quality interface between Systems Support and its customers
• Dealing with hardware builds of laptops and desktops via Microsoft SCCM
• Application installation via Microsoft SCCM
• Liaising with external resources such as suppliers, manufacturers and support providers
• Understand and work with Windows Server environments
• Use SCCM, Azure, VMWare and NetApp applications
• Take part in Project lead work, with the opportunity to lead elements of projects
• Maintain system support information and documentation for both end users and within the team

Essential Skills/Knowledge:

• Operating Systems - Windows 10, Windows 2012, Windows 2016
• Client Applications - Microsoft Office, Microsoft Skype for Business
• Hardware - First level PC maintenance (replacing PC memory, hard disks, graphics cards)

Person Specification:

• Ability to provide training to other team members, and other employees
• Ambitious and willing to work towards specialisation in corporate systems
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
• Good documentation skills
• Previous experience in IT Infrastructure support and fault finding

Additional Information:

• Based in Leatherhead
• £22,000 - £26,000 (depending on experience)
• Monday - Friday, 9am - 5.30pm
• 20 days holiday per annum + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Free Parking

We appreciate the time you took to apply for this vacancy, however due to the high level of applications that we receive, we can only respond to successful candidates. In the meantime, please check out our website to read more about our company and privacy policy.

Optima Recruitment specialists in Permanent & Temporary Recruitment, including; Administration, Secretarial & PA, Accounts & Finance, Graduate Opportunities, Human Resources, Recruitment Consultancy, Sales & Marketing, Customer Service and Legal.

Service Desk Support Technician

Working on an IT helpdesk, this role is focused on providing support to all users, both onsite and in remote locations to minimise any disruption to their working environment.

Job Description:

• Resolving users support calls
• Managing support calls throughout their life cycle
• Using proprietary Service Desk to handle support calls
• Provide consistently professional and high-quality interface between Systems Support and its customers
• Dealing with hardware builds of laptops and desktops via Microsoft SCCM
• Application installation via Microsoft SCCM
• Liaising with external resources such as suppliers, manufacturers and support providers
• Understand and work with Windows Server environments
• Use SCCM, Azure, VMWare and NetApp applications
• Take part in Project lead work, with the opportunity to lead elements of projects
• Maintain system support information and documentation for both end users and within the team

Essential Skills/Knowledge:

• Operating Systems - Windows 10, Windows 2012, Windows 2016
• Client Applications - Microsoft Office, Microsoft Skype for Business
• Hardware - First level PC maintenance (replacing PC memory, hard disks, graphics cards)

Person Specification:

• Ability to provide training to other team members, and other employees
• Ambitious and willing to work towards specialisation in corporate systems
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
• Good documentation skills
• Previous experience in IT Infrastructure support and fault finding

Additional Information:

• Based in Leatherhead
• £22,000 - £26,000 (depending on experience)
• Monday - Friday, 9am - 5.30pm
• 20 days holiday per annum + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Free Parking

We appreciate the time you took to apply for this vacancy, however due to the high level of applications that we receive, we can only respond to successful candidates. In the meantime, please check out our website to read more about our company and privacy policy.

Optima Recruitment specialists in Permanent & Temporary Recruitment, including; Administration, Secretarial & PA, Accounts & Finance, Graduate Opportunities, Human Resources, Recruitment Consultancy, Sales & Marketing, Customer Service and Legal.

We’re looking for a WordPress developer to join our Exeter city centre office.

We’re a small, friendly team who, as a company, strive to create a fun, flexible and supportive work environment.

The successful candidate for this WordPress developer role will become a core part of a team, where you can shape how we work and how the company operates.

As a WordPress developer, you will work on a number of projects, covering a wide range of client websites.

We’ll offer a competitive salary, profit bonus scheme, referral scheme and flexible working hours plus an additional day off for your birthday (if it falls on a workday!)

JOB DESCRIPTION

You will predominantly be building and supporting the frontend and backend development of WordPress and WooCommerce websites for new and existing clients.

You’ll be working as part of the team but will ultimately be able to see projects through from start to finish.

Your time will be split between ongoing projects and client support.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay.
• Annual pay review.
• Bonus scheme.
• New business referral bonus.
• Flexible working hours.
• Education reimbursement and support.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Childcare vouchers scheme.

YOU SHOULD HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH:

• PHP, HTML, JavaScript and CSS
• Understanding of the principles of responsive design
• MySQL
• Good working knowledge of WordPress, including plugin and theme development
• Experience with managing hosting, DNS and email account set up
• Organic Search Engine Optimisation best practice
• Google Analytics and Search Console

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Google and Facebook paid advertising

• Adobe Photoshop (or similar)

YOU SHOULD, IDEALLY, MEET THE BELOW REQUIREMENTS:

• Punctual and respectable
• Affable
• Positive attitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to solve problems creatively and research existing solutions.
• Be happy working in a team and individually
• Responsible, trustworthy and organised

We’re looking for a WordPress developer to join our Exeter city centre office.

We’re a small, friendly team who, as a company, strive to create a fun, flexible and supportive work environment.

The successful candidate for this WordPress developer role will become a core part of a team, where you can shape how we work and how the company operates.

As a WordPress developer, you will work on a number of projects, covering a wide range of client websites.

We’ll offer a competitive salary, profit bonus scheme, referral scheme and flexible working hours plus an additional day off for your birthday (if it falls on a workday!)

JOB DESCRIPTION

You will predominantly be building and supporting the frontend and backend development of WordPress and WooCommerce websites for new and existing clients.

You’ll be working as part of the team but will ultimately be able to see projects through from start to finish.

Your time will be split between ongoing projects and client support.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay.
• Annual pay review.
• Bonus scheme.
• New business referral bonus.
• Flexible working hours.
• Education reimbursement and support.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Childcare vouchers scheme.

YOU SHOULD HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH:

• PHP, HTML, JavaScript and CSS
• Understanding of the principles of responsive design
• MySQL
• Good working knowledge of WordPress, including plugin and theme development
• Experience with managing hosting, DNS and email account set up
• Organic Search Engine Optimisation best practice
• Google Analytics and Search Console

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Google and Facebook paid advertising

• Adobe Photoshop (or similar)

YOU SHOULD, IDEALLY, MEET THE BELOW REQUIREMENTS:

• Punctual and respectable
• Affable
• Positive attitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to solve problems creatively and research existing solutions.
• Be happy working in a team and individually
• Responsible, trustworthy and organised

Company Overview

OXIS Energy Limited is an expanding organisation involved in the development of innovate Lithium Sulfur battery cell technology that will revolutionise the rechargeable market. OXIS is now at the early stage of commercial production, with particular focus on the aviation, aerospace, electric vehicle and defence markets.

The OXIS team has grown rapidly in the last 3 years and is currently working with numerous prestigious clients, both in the UK and internationally. There is a dynamic and friendly environment at OXIS where everyone is committed to growth and innovation. OXIS Energy is based at Culham Science Centre, near Abingdon in Oxfordshire.

Job Overview

OXIS is now looking for a full time IT Support Technician to join the IT Manager in offering technical support to internal end users.

The role will assist with the installation, upgrade and troubleshooting of both hardware and software systems. The ideal candidate will be self motivated, enthusiastic, a good communicator and have a problem- solving attitude.

The role requires familiarisation with remote troubleshooting techniques, confident in delivering clear technical instructions and the ability to communicate technical directions to non-technical users.

Responsibilities

The role will include, but not limited to:

• Manage end-user helpdesk tickets regarding hardware, software and networking
• Manage installation of applications and supplementary hardware
• Conduct remote troubleshooting
• Deploy and track software in use across the group
• Ensure software in use is authorised, correctly licensed and supported
• Adhere to standard processes in accordance with Cyber Essentials and ISO Standards
• Set up and on board new users
• Revoke and invalidate leavers

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have the following experience, skills and attributes:

• A couple of year's experience in an IT support function
• A confident ability to communicate and provide clear technical instructions at all levels of seniority
• Ability to perform remote troubleshooting
• Excellent problem solving skills, the ability to multi task and have a 'can do' attitude
• Practical experience with Windows
• Working understanding of Active Directory and Office (Ideally Office 365)
• Knowledge of computer peripherals, for example printers and scanners
• Ability to manage and cope with a changing environment - no two days are the same!

The role will be based across 2 sites in the Abingdon area, at our Head office based at Culham Science Centre and at our Test Centre on Nuffield Way in Abingdon. Therefore, the ideal candidate will hold a full, clean driving licence and have a vehicle available to use.

A competitive salary is on offer of up to £26,000pa depending on experience plus excellent benefits including 25 days annual leave per year with additional leave during the Christmas period, 5 carer's days, life assurance, generous pension scheme and optional private healthcare.

We will shortlist applications as they are received so early submission is advised. Interviews will take place on 26th and 27th March at Culham Science Centre.

Company Overview

OXIS Energy Limited is an expanding organisation involved in the development of innovate Lithium Sulfur battery cell technology that will revolutionise the rechargeable market. OXIS is now at the early stage of commercial production, with particular focus on the aviation, aerospace, electric vehicle and defence markets.

The OXIS team has grown rapidly in the last 3 years and is currently working with numerous prestigious clients, both in the UK and internationally. There is a dynamic and friendly environment at OXIS where everyone is committed to growth and innovation. OXIS Energy is based at Culham Science Centre, near Abingdon in Oxfordshire.

Job Overview

OXIS is now looking for a full time IT Support Technician to join the IT Manager in offering technical support to internal end users.

The role will assist with the installation, upgrade and troubleshooting of both hardware and software systems. The ideal candidate will be self motivated, enthusiastic, a good communicator and have a problem- solving attitude.

The role requires familiarisation with remote troubleshooting techniques, confident in delivering clear technical instructions and the ability to communicate technical directions to non-technical users.

Responsibilities

The role will include, but not limited to:

• Manage end-user helpdesk tickets regarding hardware, software and networking
• Manage installation of applications and supplementary hardware
• Conduct remote troubleshooting
• Deploy and track software in use across the group
• Ensure software in use is authorised, correctly licensed and supported
• Adhere to standard processes in accordance with Cyber Essentials and ISO Standards
• Set up and on board new users
• Revoke and invalidate leavers

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have the following experience, skills and attributes:

• A couple of year's experience in an IT support function
• A confident ability to communicate and provide clear technical instructions at all levels of seniority
• Ability to perform remote troubleshooting
• Excellent problem solving skills, the ability to multi task and have a 'can do' attitude
• Practical experience with Windows
• Working understanding of Active Directory and Office (Ideally Office 365)
• Knowledge of computer peripherals, for example printers and scanners
• Ability to manage and cope with a changing environment - no two days are the same!

The role will be based across 2 sites in the Abingdon area, at our Head office based at Culham Science Centre and at our Test Centre on Nuffield Way in Abingdon. Therefore, the ideal candidate will hold a full, clean driving licence and have a vehicle available to use.

A competitive salary is on offer of up to £26,000pa depending on experience plus excellent benefits including 25 days annual leave per year with additional leave during the Christmas period, 5 carer's days, life assurance, generous pension scheme and optional private healthcare.

We will shortlist applications as they are received so early submission is advised. Interviews will take place on 26th and 27th March at Culham Science Centre.

1st Line Help-Desk Support

£22,000-£26,000 DOE + Company Benefits + Training

Hertford

Are you passionate about IT and customer support? Yes? Well, then my client wants to speak with you! My client is looking for a 1st Line Help-desk support engineer to join their growing team based in Hertford. You will have a minimum of 1 years' experience working in a similar capacity, experience within the Document Management or Managed Print industry would be beneficial and you must be able to commute into Hertford.

Duties as a 1st Line Help-Desk Support Engineer;

• Provide support and maintenance to Managed Print Solutions.
• Assist clients with software implementation lifecycle.
• Provide training to clients on any software or hardware issues.
• Responding to client alerts within agreed SLA's in a helpful professional manner ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Dealing directly with manufacturers regarding warranty issues and replacements.
• Working alongside the sales team ensuring they are maximising revenue using your insight.
• Collaborating with engineers in the field providing telephone support.
• Staying on top of software update dates informing engineers so they can perform updates as soon as possible.
• Keeping client information up to date and accurate.

What you need for this 1st Line Help-Desk Support role;

• Previous experience installing software in a client environment.
• Great people skills with a confident and precise telephone manner with the ability to explain technical issues/queries in layman terms to clients.
• Pragmatic approach to problem solving.
• Ability to build rapport with clients and a focus towards their needs.
• My client wants an individual with a 'can do' attitude that aspires to learn new things and make a difference.
• Experience working in a team and alongside colleagues from other departments.
• Able to multi-task managing and prioritising work towards agreed SLA's.
• Experience of 1st Line Help-desk support role; at least 1 years' experience.
• Preferable skills would be an understanding of Equitrac, PaperCut, UniFlow or any experience of Managed Print software; training on this will be provided.

Package for 1st Line Help-Desk Support opportunity;

• £22,000-£26,000 DOE.
• Regular training and development will be provided.
• Company benefits.
• Working for a multi award-winning business in a fun yet fast-paced environment.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to discuss the role in further detail, please contact Connor @ Kairos Recruitment Group on !

1st Line Help-Desk Support

£22,000-£26,000 DOE + Company Benefits + Training

Hertford

Are you passionate about IT and customer support? Yes? Well, then my client wants to speak with you! My client is looking for a 1st Line Help-desk support engineer to join their growing team based in Hertford. You will have a minimum of 1 years' experience working in a similar capacity, experience within the Document Management or Managed Print industry would be beneficial and you must be able to commute into Hertford.

Duties as a 1st Line Help-Desk Support Engineer;

• Provide support and maintenance to Managed Print Solutions.
• Assist clients with software implementation lifecycle.
• Provide training to clients on any software or hardware issues.
• Responding to client alerts within agreed SLA's in a helpful professional manner ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Dealing directly with manufacturers regarding warranty issues and replacements.
• Working alongside the sales team ensuring they are maximising revenue using your insight.
• Collaborating with engineers in the field providing telephone support.
• Staying on top of software update dates informing engineers so they can perform updates as soon as possible.
• Keeping client information up to date and accurate.

What you need for this 1st Line Help-Desk Support role;

• Previous experience installing software in a client environment.
• Great people skills with a confident and precise telephone manner with the ability to explain technical issues/queries in layman terms to clients.
• Pragmatic approach to problem solving.
• Ability to build rapport with clients and a focus towards their needs.
• My client wants an individual with a 'can do' attitude that aspires to learn new things and make a difference.
• Experience working in a team and alongside colleagues from other departments.
• Able to multi-task managing and prioritising work towards agreed SLA's.
• Experience of 1st Line Help-desk support role; at least 1 years' experience.
• Preferable skills would be an understanding of Equitrac, PaperCut, UniFlow or any experience of Managed Print software; training on this will be provided.

Package for 1st Line Help-Desk Support opportunity;

• £22,000-£26,000 DOE.
• Regular training and development will be provided.
• Company benefits.
• Working for a multi award-winning business in a fun yet fast-paced environment.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to discuss the role in further detail, please contact Connor @ Kairos Recruitment Group on !