IT Technician

Blakemore & Associates; Frodsham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services provider in Frodsham is looking for an IT Technician to join their team. This office-based role requires expertise in implementing IT policies, managing data processes, and ensuring optimal IT infrastructure. The successful candidate will work closely with senior management to enhance IT capabilities, drive improvements, and engage proactively with staff at all levels. With a focus on growth, this position offers the opportunity to evolve into an IT Lead role.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience working with IT systems and data management.
• Proficient in cyber security principles and best practice.
• Familiar with virtual servers and performance monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Implement IT and Security Policy in collaboration with management.
• Oversee and manage data back-up processes.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans.

Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft technologies

Proactive mindset

Experience with IT systems

Tools

Active Directory

Microsoft Exchange

PC hardware

Job description

IT Technician - Office based - £30-32k

The Role

Working closely with senior management, the IT Technician will play a key role in implementing and developing the companys IT and security policies.

The successful candidate will not only implement agreed IT initiatives but will also be expected to provide ideas, challenge existing processes, and drive continuous improvement in IT capability, security, and resilience.

Key Objectives

• Work with the external IT support provider to maintain essential IT infrastructure, including operating systems, security tools, applications, servers, email systems, laptops, desktops, software, and hardware
• Track, manage, and maintain hardware and software inventories
• Document external IT systems and access control systems
• Ensure the business IT infrastructure operates efficiently and makes best use of technological advancements

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and help evolve the companys IT and Security Policy in collaboration with senior management
• Manage data and oversee back-up processes to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness
• Develop, test, and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans
• Monitor IT support requests handled by the external provider and ensure service quality
• Communicate regularly with staff at all levels to support appropriate IT training and awareness

Role Scope & Autonomy

• Autonomy: The role has a high level of autonomy, with decision-making responsibility increasing over time
• Decision‑making: The IT Technician will be expected to contribute ideas, recommend best practice, and provide direction, while communicating and reporting back to the IT team and senior management
• Future development: This role is intended to grow into an IT Lead / IT Manager position for the right candidate

Required Skills & Experience

• 23 years experience working with IT systems and data management
• Knowledge of:
  • Microsoft technologies (e.g. Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange)
  • PC hardware and enterprise IT environments
  • Virtual servers, data back‑up, disaster recovery, and performance monitoring
  • Cyber security principles and best practice
• A proactive, self‑starting mindset with the ability to think independently and suggest improvements

Due to the office location use of your own transport is highly advised.