Platform Administrator - Unix

Computacenter; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent technology provider is looking for a Platform (Unix) Administrator to join their Enterprise Team. You will be responsible for managing Unix infrastructure to ensure high availability and performance. The role includes providing technical support, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with engineering teams. Applicants should have expertise in RHEL and Oracle Linux, and be familiar with tools like Ansible, Docker, and Azure. The position is full-time and based in Nottingham or Hatfield.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of Unix administration, especially RHEL and Oracle Linux.
• Proficiency with Ansible, Docker, Podman, and Azure.
• Experience with Oracle middleware and backup/recovery solutions.
• Strong understanding of ITIL v4 and relevant ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality technical support across Unix environments.
• Collaborate on design and implementation with architecture teams.
• Provide technical support, including on-call participation.
• Mentor junior team members and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage risks and ensure compliance with IT methodologies.
• Perform routine administration tasks to maintain service levels.

Skills

Unix administration (RHEL & Oracle Linux)

Ansible

Podman

Docker

Azure

High availability systems

Oracle middleware

NetBackup

Veeam

ITIL v4

ISO 20000

ISO 27000

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

Location: UK - Nottingham, UK - Hatfield, UK - Milton Keynes | Job-ID: 216691 | Contract type: Standard | Business Unit: Information Technology

Life on the team

Join our Enterprise Team at Computacenter and play a key role in supporting our Managed Service customers. As an experienced Platform (Unix) Administrator, you’ll work in a dynamic environment managing critical infrastructure built for high availability and performance. You’ll be responsible for day-to-day Unix administration, installations, backup and recovery, and project delivery, while also providing out-of-hours support on a rota basis.

Hatfield, Nottingham or Milton Keynes (full-time in office)

Must be SC Cleared, or willingness to undertake

What You’ll Do

• Deliver high-quality technical support and project work across RHEL, Oracle Linux, and other Unix environments
• Collaborate with Architecture and Engineering teams on design and implementation
• Provide technical break/fix support, including 24/7 on-call rota participation
• Mentor junior team members and share knowledge to drive continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with IT methodologies and proactively manage risks and issues
• Complete regular administration tasks and maintain service levels

What you'll need

• Expert knowledge of Unix administration (RHEL & Oracle Linux)
• Familiarity with Ansible, Podman, Docker, and Azure
• Experience with high availability systems and replication
• Knowledge of Oracle middleware, databases, and backup/recovery tools (NetBackup/Veeam)
• Understanding of ITIL v4, ISO 20000, and ISO 27000 standards
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple geographies

About us

We are a leading independent technology and services provider, trusted by large corporate and public sector organisations. We are a responsible business that believes in winning together for our people and our planet. We help our customers to source, transform and manage their technology infrastructure to deliver digital transformation, enabling people and their business.

Our business may be about technology, but first of all it’s about people

With over 20,000 people across 22 countries, we are proud of our inclusive culture - where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and truly belong.

As an equal opportunities employer, we’re committed to ensuring fair and equal access to opportunities for all. Your application will be considered on its merits, regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. What matters most to us is that you share our vision and values, and bring the experience and skills we’re looking for.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from disabled people and accept applications in alternative formats. We also guarantee to interview applicants who have a disability.

If you share our values and want to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, forward-thinking environment - we’d love to hear from you!