Connect2Employment

JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY IT Systems Engineer is member of the IT Infrastructure team, responsible for both the delivery of infrastructure projects and the ongoing support of the company's server infrastructure. The role focuses on ensuring the smooth operation, modernization, and security of IT systems while contributing to various business-wide projects. This position is designed for IT professionals with previous experience in 2nd or 3rd-line infrastructure support within medium to large organizations. As an IT Systems Engineer, you will be instrumental in maintaining and enhancing the company's IT infrastructure. Your role will involve the deployment of new technologies, improvement of existing systems, and ensuring that all operations align with industry best practices. This position offers a dynamic and challenging environment, perfect for those who are passionate about IT infrastructure and its critical role in business operations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Maintain and support the server infrastructure. Ensure the continuous operation of primary and disaster recovery data centres through regular health checks. Participate in infrastructure-related projects, ensuring they meet business objectives and timelines. Collaborate with other IT teams and business units to ensure successful project implementation. Enhance system reliability and security by adhering to and implementing industry best practices. Ensure all infrastructure components are updated, patched, and protected against security threats. Provide support for server, network, and related infrastructure issues. Troubleshoot complex technical problems, ensuring system availability and optimal performance. Identify opportunities to enhance infrastructure efficiency, reliability, and security. • Stay informed of industry trends and emerging technologies to introduce innovative solutions. Maintain and secure the IT infrastructure, focusing on antivirus, firewalls, and endpoint protection. Provide escalation support to the Helpdesk team. Ensure comprehensive documentation of procedures and keep system documentation, network diagrams, and support processes regularly updated Provide out-of-hours support and maintenance when required. Responsibility for the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and colleagues in the workplace QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED ESSENTIAL: • Minimum of 2 years in a similar role within a medium to large organization. • Proficient in Microsoft Windows Server technologies and VMware virtualization. • Strong understanding of networking concepts such as LAN/WAN, IPv4/IPv6, DNS, DHCP, IP addressing, VLAN, and QoS. • Familiarity with Office 365, Azure, and other cloud platforms. • Excellent troubleshooting skills for server, storage, and network issues. • Experience supporting business-critical applications, managing backups and restores, patching servers, and monitoring infrastructure performance. • Strong communication skills across all levels of the business. • Must possess all relevant work permits for the UK and security clearances (DBS and CTC). • Relevant Vendor training and certifications DESIRABLE: • Experience supporting mission-critical cloud-based systems, particularly Azure. • Knowledge of and experience with Palo Alto firewall configuration. • Proficiency in PowerShell scripting. This role is ideal for an IT professional with a robust background in infrastructure management, strong troubleshooting skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining and improving IT systems. You should be comfortable working in a dynamic environment where infrastructure reliability and security are critical to business operations. This job description is intended to give an appreciation of the role and the range of duties and responsibilities to be undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific task and objectives will be agreed on an on-going basis. The post holder will be required at all times to perform any other reasonable tasks, as requested by the Line Manager in order to meet the operational needs of the business.

Job Description: Assembly Technician Duties and responsibilities as the Assembly Technician will include but not limited to: Assembly of finished product/s in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures while maintaining quality standards Efficient manufacturing requirements Pick from the warehouse locations components required for build assembly Carry out build assembly and inspection against the relevant checklist/Standard Operating Procedures to ensure all components are accounted for prior to packaging Ensure all components meet the standards for during the assembly process Ensure all components are clearly marked prior to packaging Liaise with the Production Manager for forward planning of products that will be required for assembly builds Good keen eye or attention to detail and maintaining high standards Place components into relevant trolley ready for packaging Hi-light any consumables that you may require to the Operations Manager for re-ordering Physically fit as manual handling is an essential part of the job. Maintaining a clean and safe working environment at all times. Responsible for communication of issues/information to the Operations/Production Manager Maintain and check plant equipment in accordance with specified procedures and company Health and Safety policy reporting any defects/issues to the Operations/Production Manager Key Skills/Experience Proven work experience as an Assembly Technician or similar role Keen eye for detail Computer literate Excellent communication skills Able to work unsupervised and be part of the team. Excellent problem-solving Excellent organisational skills Able to communicate effectively Essential Must be able to read and understand technical/engineering drawings. Must have experience in production manufacturing Good time keeping and attendance 20 Days annual leave, plus Christmas Shutdown, plus bank holiday. Salary 24k p/a. Connect2Employment is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Employment is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.