IT MANAGER
I'm working with a global company that specializes in motion control technology. They design and manufacture parts for airplanes, industrial applications, and even Formula 1 cars. They are looking for an IT manager for their Reading facility to cover a range of day-to-day IT Duties.
This is a really varied role and will involve a number of little things that can't be easy summed up in a few bullet points, however if you have solid technical skills are organised and have great people skills you'll excel in this role.
The key responsibilities are but not limited to.
- Coordinate installation and maintenance of operational computer/technology across the site
- Provide critical support for IT assets and infrastructure.
- Maintain inventory of operational computer/technology in various areas.
- Develop and maintain lifecycle and business continuity plans for specialized computer/technology.
- Coordinate network/system upgrades and act as site point of contact/project coordinator.
- Provide budget input for maintenance/upgrades of specialized computer/technology.
- Liaise with Corporate IT to resolve technical issues affecting business operations.
- Collaborate with operational staff to understand IT equipment needs and support upgrades for state-of-the-art equipment.
- Identify and address areas for improvement within the team and the organization.
Key skills for this role;
- Great personality and ability to work in a collaborative flexible environment
- Strong SQL
- Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred
- Minimum of five years proven experience with Desktop/Hardware Computer Support.
- Advanced technical knowledge of computer software, operating systems, hardware, networking, and servers
- Proven technical problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Behavioural Competencies: Innovation, adaptability, decision making, communication, customer focus, building strategic working relationships, initiating action, quality orientation, managing work.
- Microsoft MCP, MCSA, MCSE or comparable experience
It would be a huge benefit but not essential if you have familiarity with Tech used in manufacturing, and Engineering Test Systems
This is a mainly onsite role in the Reading facility due to the nature of the role however they have flexible working and will happily facilitate ad hoc working from home when needed.