Forklift Service Engineer

University of Sheffield; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in England seeks an IT Systems & Network Administrator. In this role, you will provide essential technical support, manage network security, and maintain IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, a strong understanding of systems administration including Microsoft Azure and Active Directory, and exceptional communication skills. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative international team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an IT Systems & Network Administrator role.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with users across different locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to employees as needed, ensuring smooth operations.
• Administer Microsoft Azure, Office 365, and Active Directory for access control.
• Configure and maintain secure remote access solutions for global employees.

Skills

End-User Support

Microsoft Azure

Active Directory

Windows Server

Linux (CentOS, Debian)

Network Administration

Security & Compliance

Tools

VMware vSphere 8

Cisco

Checkpoint

Aruba

Job description

Are you looking for a role where every day brings exciting technical challenges? Do you want to be part of a dynamic and collaborative team spread across Europe and the Americas, where innovation and teamwork are key values? If so, this position is for you!

Responsibilities

• End‑User Support (80%): Provide technical assistance to employees as needed, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations.
• User & Identity Management: Administer Microsoft Azure, Office 365, and Active Directory to maintain secure and efficient access control.
• Remote Access & Security: Configure and maintain VPNs and other secure remote access solutions for global employees.
• Documentation & Best Practices: Maintain up‑to‑date technical documentation to enhance knowledge sharing and process efficiency.
• Collaboration with Security Teams: Support security initiatives, implement best practices, and contribute to compliance efforts across on‑premises and cloud environments.
• IT Infrastructure Management: Administer and optimize servers (Windows and Linux), virtualization environments (VMware), and cloud platforms (Azure) to ensure high availability and efficiency.
• System Monitoring & Incident Resolution: Proactively monitor IT systems, diagnose performance issues, and resolve incidents to maintain operational continuity.
• Network Administration & Security: Manage and troubleshoot network components, including firewalls, switches, and Wi‑Fi (Cisco, Checkpoint, Aruba), ensuring secure and seamless connectivity.
• Reporting: Report to the IT Support Manager.
• Collaborate with a highly skilled international IT team in Canada, USA, Mexico, Finland, and other global locations.

Key Technical Skills

• End‑User Support: Windows 11, Microsoft Office 365, Teams, OneDrive, etc.
• System Administration: Microsoft Azure, Office 365, Active Directory, VMware vSphere 8
• Operating Systems: Windows Server, Linux (CentOS, Debian)
• Basic Network Administration: Cisco, Aruba, Checkpoint (troubleshooting & minor configurations)
• Security & Compliance: Strong understanding of IT security best practices (password policies, MFA, access control, confidentiality)

Your Profile

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an IT Systems & Network Administrator role.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with users across different locations.
• Organized, proactive, and able to troubleshoot technical issues independently.