Information Technology System Manager

Searchability®; Chorley; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected UK organisation is seeking an IT Service & Systems Manager in Chorley for a hands-on leadership role overseeing IT operations. This position involves managing a support team, ensuring systems are efficient, and acting as an escalation point for complex issues. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in leading technical projects and strong Windows server skills. Offering a salary of £50,000, this role provides excellent long-term stability and benefits in an employee-owned environment.

Benefits

30 days holiday

Pension scheme

Partnership bonus

Discounted holidays

Long-term stability

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading technical projects across varied platforms.
• Strong Windows desktop and server experience including Active Directory.
• Virtualisation experience with VMware is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day IT operations.
• Act as an escalation point for complex issues.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders on system design and improvements.

Skills

Leading technical projects

Windows desktop and server experience

Virtualisation (VMware)

Networking knowledge

Backup and disaster recovery (Veeam)

Supplier management

Problem-solving

Job description

IT SERVICE & SYSTEMS MANAGER – CHORLEY (ONSITE)

KEY POINTS

• Permanent role with a respected, employee-owned UK organisation
• Onsite position based in the Chorley area
• £50,000 per annum + strong benefits package
• Hands‑on leadership role across infrastructure, systems, and support

ABOUT THE CLIENT

Due to continued growth, we’re supporting a well‑established UK organisation operating at scale across multiple sites. Known for its people‑first culture and long‑term stability, this is a business that genuinely invests in both its technology and its teams.

THE BENEFITS

• £50,000 salary
• 30 days holiday
• Pension scheme and partnership bonus
• Discounted holidays
• Long‑term stability within an employee‑owned environment

THE IT SERVICE & SYSTEMS MANAGER ROLE :

This is a hands‑on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys remaining technically involved while guiding and developing a small support team. You’ll oversee day‑to‑day IT operations, act as an escalation point for complex issues, and work closely with senior stakeholders to design, improve, and implement systems used across the wider organisation. The role blends people management, technical delivery, and continuous improvement, with genuine scope to influence how IT services evolve.

IT SERVICE & SYSTEMS MANAGER ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Proven experience leading technical projects across varied platforms
• Strong Windows desktop and server experience (Active Directory, Entra, Exchange Online, Windows Server)
• Virtualisation experience (VMware)
• Solid networking knowledge (LAN / WAN, WiFi, VPNs, firewalls, switching)
• Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions (Veeam)
• Comfortable working across multiple sites and managing suppliers
• Passion for IT, problem solving, and hands‑on delivery

DESIRABLE

• Scripting, automation, or API experience
• Linux server exposure
• Experience managing or overseeing an IT support desk
• Background within a multi‑site or travel‑related environment

TO BE CONSIDERED :

Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via [e-mail].

For further information, call me on 01244 567 930 or 07833 460 873.

By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

KEY SKILLS

IT Management, Infrastructure, Windows Server, Active Directory, Entra, Microsoft 365, VMware, Networking, Firewalls, Veeam, Backup & DR, Multi‑site IT, Supplier Management