Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 GBP per year Requirements: HNC/HND Or BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject MCSE Qualifications in Server, Windows & Office is required. Proven working experience in installing, configuring and troubleshooting: Microsoft Windows Server 2016 & 2019 & Linux/Ubuntu based environments. Active Directory & Group Policy Google Workspace Autoline/Kerridge DMS Dell PowerEdge Server Systems Dell PowerVault Storage Systems Dell PC and Laptop hardware Windows 10 Microsoft Office 2010 to 2019 Apple Mac OSX 10 & above Apple mobility products both tablet & smartphone Network equipment (Cisco switches, Ubiquiti switches & Access Points / Fortinet Firewalls) Solid scripting skills (e.g., Powershell scripts) Solid networking knowledge (OSI network layers, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Firewalls, VLAN, switch management, WLAN, Routing (BGP & OSPF) Minimum 5 years working experience as a Systems Administrator in all the above Services & Applications with solid, proven experience in the administration and performance tuning of the same. Experience with monitoring systems of all platforms Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment to agreed timescales. Providing reports and information to the Group IT Manager. You will need to be able to keep all of the systems running smoothly & manage backups, Deploying critical updates when needed on the Windows Server & Windows 10 platforms. Put a business case together to install any new functionality to replace or update the current in house systems. Plan and manage work streams, allocating and managing work for team members & contractors alike. Contribute to the design, development, testing, and implementation of software, systems, and enhancements to the core processing systems and platforms of the group. Proven experience of managing an IT Helpdesk is essential. Maintaining spend within agreed budgets. Evidence of strong team leading and communication skills will be required. The candidate must have advanced Excel skills and good SQL experience. Responsibilities: Managing and monitoring all installed systems and infrastructure Installing, configuring, testing and maintaining operating systems, application software and system management tools Ensuring the highest levels of systems and infrastructure availability at all times Maintain security, backup, and redundancy strategies Write and maintain custom scripts to increase system efficiency and lower the human intervention time on any tasks Participate in the design of information and operational support systems Provide 2nd and 3rd level support Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution Driving License essential. Role: We are looking for a Systems Engineer to help build, maintain, and troubleshoot our rapidly expanding infrastructure. You will be part of a talented team of engineers that demonstrate superb technical competency, delivering mission critical infrastructure and ensuring the highest levels of availability, performance and security. Qualified systems engineers will have a background in IT, computer systems engineering, or systems engineering and analysis. Ability to be a competent Systems Engineer on a hands-on basis dealing with Senior Management & Directors alike. Teamwork is essential, the capacity to work with people at all levels is crucial Technologies: Active Directory Cisco Linux Network PowerShell SQL Security TCP/IP Ubuntu Windows More: The Holdcroft Motor Group are currently looking for a Systems Engineer on a permanent basis for our central offices based in Stoke on Trent. We are a fast-growing Automotive Retail company that is looking to enhance its IT team as it enters an exciting phase of growth.