System Administrator

Projekt SYNERGIA; Sandbach; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company is seeking a System Administrator to maintain and enhance IT systems. This on-site role in Sandbach involves creating reports using Power BI, providing IT support, and collaborating on projects. Ideal candidates will have experience in Power BI and SQL, with strong communication and teamwork skills. The position offers a competitive salary, discretionary bonuses, and opportunities for professional development, alongside a friendly and flexible work culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonuses

25 days holiday plus statutory holidays

Long service day every 5 years

Free assigned parking

Investment in training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in creating dashboards and business reports using Power BI.
• Ability to run queries using SQL reporting tools.
• Experience in software maintenance and administration.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth running of internal IT systems.
• Investigate software issues and collaborate with suppliers.
• Develop and enhance IT systems for users.

Skills

Creating dashboards using Power BI

SQL reporting tools

Software maintenance skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Tools

Power BI

SQL

SAP Crystal Reports

Codeless BPA

Job description

Founded in 1996 in South Africa and identified in London Stock Exchanges 1000 Companies to Inspire Britain, M&S Logistics is a global tank container operator specialising in the intermodal transport of bulk liquids with a fleet size of over 9,500 tank containers. The companys headquarters is in the UK with offices in the Netherlands, Singapore, South Africa, China, Dubai, Thailand, Taiwan, India, Korea, France, Germany and The Americas with further office openings planned for next year.

Job Title: System Administrator

Site: On Site. Sandbach, UK

Hours: 37.5 per week; 8:30am till 4:30pm or 9:00am till 5:00pm

Purpose of the role

To ensure the smooth and successful running of internal IT systems by providing support in maintenance and efficiency and using Power BI to provide reports to the business as required.

What you will do

• Process new starters/leavers/changes as necessary in relation to IT accessibility and profiles.
• Investigate software issues and work in unison with the business needs and software suppliers to resolve issues.
• Contribute to regional office success by the testing and maintenance of existing and new software.
• Assist the business in making our IT systems more efficient for users including the development of new enhancements/customisations.
• Assist the business with IT projects relating to the improvement of our IT systems and business processes.
• Using Power BI – create reports and handle queries from our internal IT systems to aid the business.
• Assist the business with end user training on developed Power BI dashboards.
• Assist the IT Manager and Applications Manager in the maintenance of the IT systems.
• Develop strong relations with employees and suppliers.
• Support other members of the IT team in developing our IT systems and supporting the business.
• Promote and act as a role model for the companys core values and behaviours.

What you will bring

• Experience in creating dashboards and business reports using Power BI is essential.
• Experience in SQL reporting tools to run queries and reports.
• Software maintenance, reporting, and administration skills.
• An ability to focus, and work as part of a small team towards a shared goal.
• Strong communication skills.
• Adaptable with a can‑do attitude and accountability.
• Curiosity and the ability to brainstorm and contribute to problem‑solving.
• Desirable experience (but full training will be given):
• SAP Crystal Reports and SAP B1.
• Automated processing tools such as Codeless BPA (desirable).
• Understanding JSON and xml output files.

What you will receive

• A competitive salary.
• Discretionary bonuses.
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays.
• A long service day each year for every 5 years of service, up to a maximum of 5 days at 25 years service.
• Your birthday is important, so you get the day off!
• Free assigned parking space in Sandbach within walking distance of the office.
• A caring, friendly, family culture with strong values.
• Flexibility to balance home and work.
• The chance to work in a multicultural environment.
• Potential opportunity to travel with work.
• A medium-sized company where you are known and valued.
• Investment in your training and development.

Assessment for this role will be

• CV
• Competency-based interview

Interviews for this role will be held from January 2026.

We welcome you to an international environment with an enthusiastic and dynamic team located in our newly refurbished office in Sandbach, Cheshire, with strong links to our global office locations.

Please note that the candidate needs to live within commuting distance of our Sandbach office.

A Person Specification and Job Description can be provided on request by emailing.

We are an equal opportunities employer.