IT Technician (Part-time and zero-hours basis) in Cardiff

Career Opportunity 

Mobile Testing Solutions Ltd (“MTS”) provides paper-based and digital examination services to a wide range of global clients across UK and Ireland and also have an online language school specialising mainly in IELTS exam preparation courses.

MTS is currently looking for an IT Technician at its Cardiff venue on a casual zero-hours contract basis. 

| IT Technician (Part-time and zero-hours basis) in Cardiff

The Role:

We are seeking reliable and proactive IT Technicians to provide ad-hoc technical support across software, hardware, and networking. This is a flexible part-time role, ideally suited for individuals seeking casual work.

You will typically be scheduled for 3–5 days per month, with opportunities to take on additional roles within the organisation, such as exam delivery support as a Test Administrator (invigilator).

Job Details:

• Casual Zero-hours basis (weekday and/or weekend availability)
• Salary: £18.10 per hour including 12.07% holiday pay for casual IT Technician role. The pay rates will vary if you take part in other support roles following MTS’s Pay Policy.
• Location: Office-based role, at Cardiff CF10 1AT
• Eligibility: Must be eligible to work in the UK
• Start date: Within 1 month
• Reporting To: Associate Director (Exams Technology & Networks)

Main Responsibilities: 

• Provide Level 1 (and occasional Level 2) IT support for the setup and delivery of exams
• Maintain and check IT infrastructure, including network switches and cabling (remote assistance will be provided when required)
• Support the preparation, installation, and decommissioning of temporary/pop-up sites when needed
• Assist with IT-related projects to support company operations

Person Specification: 

• Strong IT literacy with sound knowledge of hardware and Windows operating systems
• Basic networking knowledge desirable
• Attention to detail with strong problem-solving skills
• A proactive, “can-do” attitude
• Punctual, reliable, and professional
• Eligible to work in the UK

💡 If you do not meet every technical requirement listed but have a genuine interest in IT and a solid foundation in IT skills, we still encourage you to apply. Support will be provided where needed.
 

Why Join Us?

MTS is proud to be an award-winning company, having received the SME Employer of the Year 2025 – Silver Award.

If you believe you have the right profile for this position and wish to join our friendly and dynamic team, please submit your up-to-date CV via the platform where you found this job advertisement.

Closing Date: 28 August 2025. (We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high number of suitable candidates.)

Recruitment Process:

• The selection process is subject to two employment reference checks carried out by the hiring team
• A successful enhanced DBS check (carried out by MTS before recruitment) will be required
• Also, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. If you have not heard from us within one month after the closing date, please consider that your application is not successful for this time.