Alex Lest - Service Desk Engineer - Dimensions UK | Himalayas
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Alex Lest

@alexlest

Enthusiastic IT support professional with strong troubleshooting skills.

United Kingdom

What I'm looking for

I seek a role that offers growth opportunities in IT, with a focus on problem-solving and user support.

I am an enthusiastic and conscientious IT support professional with a solid background in 1st line support and troubleshooting. My experience spans various roles where I have honed my skills in data entry, scripting, and automation. I am eager to leverage my expertise in a new role that challenges me and allows for professional growth.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong command of Microsoft 365/Azure cloud environments and on-prem Active Directory, effectively managing user accounts and resolving issues. My technical skills include proficiency in Python, C++, and Excel, which I have utilized to enhance operational efficiency and improve user experiences. I take pride in my attention to detail and my ability to communicate effectively with users, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Service Desk Engineer

Dimensions UK

Apr 2025 - Present (2 months)

Logged customer incidents and tickets accurately in the incident management system. Provided fault diagnosis and user support/training to successfully resolve issues on a first time fix basis. Proactively monitored, reviewed, and chased outstanding tickets.

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Current

Service Desk Engineer

Dimensions UK

Apr 2025 - Present (2 months)

Logged all customer incidents and tickets accurately in the incident management system. Provided fault diagnosis and user support/training to successfully resolve issues on a first time fix basis. Proactively monitored, reviewed and chased outstanding tickets and ensuring that a high level of customer service is provided at all times.

DU

Service Desk Engineer

Dimensions UK

Oct 2024 - Jan 2025 (3 months)

Logged customer incidents and tickets accurately in the incident management system. Provided fault diagnosis and user support/training to successfully resolve issues on a first time fix basis. Proactively monitored, reviewed, and chased outstanding tickets.

DU

Service Desk Engineer

Dimensions UK

Oct 2024 - Jan 2025 (3 months)

Logged all customer incidents and tickets accurately in the incident management system. Provided fault diagnosis and user support/training to successfully resolve issues on a first time fix basis. Proactively monitored, reviewed and chased outstanding tickets and ensuring that a high level of customer service is provided at all times.

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Claims Adjudicator

CDRL

Oct 2023 - Nov 2023 (1 month)

Performed data entry and claim analysis for aviation ombudsmen. Examined consumer claims for compensation from airlines.

CU

Service Desk Analyst

CDW UK

Feb 2022 - Sep 2022 (7 months)

Proactively kept customers informed on incident or request status and progress. Identifying and carrying out immediate corrective actions to resolve or contain issues. Logging, updating and managing incidents using multiple ticketing systems, escalating tickets to the relevant teams.

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Claims Adjudicator

CDRL

Oct 2023 - Nov 2023 (1 month)

Performed data entry and claim analysis for aviation ombudsmen. Examined consumer claims for compensation from airlines.

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1st Line Engineer

Espria Ltd

Nov 2022 - Aug 2023 (9 months)

Troubleshot user issues via remote access and managed Microsoft Active Directory, Office 365, and Intune. Supported customers with a varied range of technologies including desktop support, email issues, and connectivity requirements.

CU

Service Desk Analyst

CDW UK

Feb 2022 - Sep 2022 (7 months)

Proactively kept customers informed on incident or request status and progress. Logged, updated, and managed incidents using multiple ticketing systems, escalating tickets to the relevant teams. Performed first line troubleshooting for every-day issues.

VU

Vaccination Administration

Vaccinations UK

Oct 2021 - Dec 2021 (2 months)

Coordinated vaccination sessions. Validated and recorded vaccine data. Provided support to clients and communicating with parents to validate information.

VU

Vaccination Administration

Vaccinations UK

Oct 2021 - Dec 2021 (2 months)

Coordinated vaccination sessions and validated and recorded vaccine data. Provided support to clients and communicated with parents to validate information.

CS

Vaccination Administrator

Cambridgeshire Community Services

Apr 2021 - Aug 2021 (4 months)

Performed front of house and vaccine clerical duties, checking and validating appointment and personal client info. Recording patient medical information and vaccination data for upload to national database. Providing empathic customer service and support to the client.

CS

Vaccination Administrator

Cambridgeshire Community Services

Apr 2021 - Aug 2021 (4 months)

Managed front of house and vaccine clerical duties, checking and validating appointment and personal client info. Recorded patient medical information and vaccination data for upload to national database. Provided empathic customer service and support.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

CA

College of West Anglia

BTEC Extended Diploma (Level 3), Information Technology (Software development)

Completed a Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma focusing on Information Technology with a specialization in Software Development.

TE

The Kings School, Ely

A Levels, History, Information and Computing Technology, Music

Grade: History (Grade A), Information and Computing Technology (Grade B), Music (Grade B)

Achieved A Levels in History, Information and Computing Technology, and Music.

TE

The Kings School, Ely

GCSEs, Various

Grade: 11 GCSEs grade A to B

Obtained 11 GCSEs with grades ranging from A to B.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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