Technical Lead - Kent - £55,000 + Excellent benefits & career development
Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen with a multi-faceted business in Kent for a Technical Leadto
oversee the infrastructure of technical operations, managing a team of IT professionals, and developing strategic solutions to meet the technology needs.
Role & Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategy:
* Provide IT leadership and vision.
* Service Management: Ensure the streamlined IT operation of the IT technical department in alignment with the business objectives of the organisation.
* Manage and deliver IT services to meet the needs of the company, including service management, planning, and support processes.
Technical expertise :
* Provide technical knowledge to support, maintain and deliver on all IT projects and objectives.
Project Management :
* Oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of specific short-term and long-term projects.
Team Management :
* Manage and develop a high-performing team of IT professionals. Foster a collaborative, supportive, and performance-oriented environment.
Business Leadership:
* Security and Compliance: Ensure the security of the IT systems and data integrity by implementing up-to-date security measures and compliance policies.
Budget Management:
* Contribute to the annual IT budget process and ensure cost-effectiveness.
* Be aware of Group and Company H&S and Environmental Policies, Procedures and Protocols.
* Promote and ensure adherence to health and safety standards within the IT department and across Thanet Earth, including regular risk assessments and the implementation of appropriate mitigation strategies.
* Report all accidents, near misses, unsafe acts or conditions and environmental events noted throughout the business to the H & S Manager through the HUB.
* Notify your Line Manager of any procedures or work arrangements that you do not understand or feel competent to undertake.
* Co-operate with the Company at all times to ensure that the work is undertaken both effectively and safely.
* Use safety equipment or clothing provided in a proper manner and for the purpose intended.
* Work in accordance with any Health and Safety instruction or training that has been given.
* Any other reasonable duties to meet the needs of the business.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience as an IT Manager with the ability to demonstrate leadership qualities.
* Designing/developing IT systems and planning IT implementation.
* Strong project management skills
* Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, systems, and landscapes including Microsoft Server, Hyper-V, M365 & Cybersecurity frameworks such as CIS.
* Strong understanding of data analysis, hardware/software and statistics.
* Ability to work with a range of stakeholders throughout the organisation.
Package
* £50,000-£55,000 depending on skills & experience
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Employee assistant program
* Imagination Library - this is for anyone who has children under 5, a book will be sent out weekly to encourage children to read
* Life cover for all employees (including death in service benefit)
* Medi Cash - money back on eye tests, dentists, specialist appointments
* Cycle to work scheme
* Flu vouchers
* Pension Scheme
* L&D Opportunities
* Free onsite parking
* Working hours: Monday-Friday: 8-5pm
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