Systems Administrator

The Team & Focus of the Role

Our IT Service & Infrastructure team is growing, and we re now looking for a new Systems Administrator to come and join the team! Working alongside four System Support Engineers and three other Systems Administrators, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the firms IT Systems and Networks.

The role will involve ensuring the stability, integrity and efficient operation of the information systems that support core functions. You will therefore have experience in tasks such as installing, configuring and maintaining operating systems, software applications and system management tools, as well as monitoring and maintaining network infrastructure.

This role will be based in Ashby, and although we do operate a hybrid working policy, it s essential that you re able to commute to Ashby weekly. Our standard hours are 08:45am 5:15pm (37.5 hours), however we d be open to discussing flexible working requirements with minimum working hours of 30 per week.

In return, beyond your base salary you will be included in:

• A discretionary bonus scheme
• A generous holiday scheme which commences at 25 days with a sliding scale up to 30 days plus your birthday off and two extra half days allocated for Christmas Eve & New Years Eve
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave
• An online money saving portal and access to a 24/7 mental health & wellbeing service.
• Volunteering Leave equating to 2 days per year (pro rata if you re part-time)

Duties will include:

• Install, configure, and maintain operating systems, software applications and systems management tools.
• Monitor and maintain network infrastructure, including servers, routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Perform regular system updates, backups, and security checks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues.
• Manage third-party service providers of server and network infrastructure including backup and restore services.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
• Ensure data security and compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and processes.
• Provide technical support and training to staff as needed.
• Collaborate with other IT team members and departments to identify and implement improvements.
• Administration of core business systems including customer relationship management and document management systems.
• Managing the testing and deployment of new systems and services to include documentation
• Site visits as required across our offices to implement solutions

The successful candidate will have

• ITIL v3/4 Certification
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 2-3 Years Systems Administrator Experience
• Proven experiences as a System Administrator, Network Administrator, or a similar role
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols, hardware, and software.
• Experience with virtualisation and cloud computing (e.g. VMware, AWS, Azure)
• Familiarity with various operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS)
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, Microsoft Certified, AWS Administrator) etc.
• Full driving licence required

Why Fisher German?

We ve been around for a while, but it doesn t mean we are behind the times! Across our office network we offer a hybrid working approach to help our colleagues design their working day to suit their diaries. Some days you might be in the office enjoying a collaborative team day, and other days might see you focussing on project work at home. Wherever you choose to work, you ll be part of a social and digitally connected workforce with the chance to get involved in a variety of activities, like sports events, pop-up bars, BBQs, CPD days, live leadership updates on Zoom, picnics in the park and lots more.

What s not to love? We work hard but we also have lots of fun! If that sounds like something you would enjoy, then please get in touch.

We have a history going back as far as 1830 but have been Fisher German since 2000. We operate UK wide advising and managing a range of client portfolios with national visibility across all the 12-property market sectors; agriculture, commercial, education, green energy & sustainability, healthcare, minerals & waste, public sector, residential, rural, telecoms, third sector and utilities and infrastructure.

Bring Yourself to Work

It s simple really, we are passionate about what we do, and we want you to be driven to succeed with us. For this to happen, you need to feel supported and included which is why we re proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.